What types of surgical procedures does Van Lue Veterinary Surgical perform?

The clinic provides a wide variety of surgical services, including soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive surgeries. Specific procedures performed range from abdominal exploratories, biopsies, and gastropexy to orthopedic interventions such as TPLO, fracture repair, and patella luxation correction.

Who leads the surgical team at Van Lue Veterinary Surgical?

The practice was founded by Dr. Stephen Van Lue, a board-certified small animal surgeon and Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. He is joined by Dr. Anne Van Lue, who holds a Ph.D. in small animal surgery, and Dr. Christina L. Cramer, also a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgery.

Does the clinic offer specialized imaging services?

Yes, the clinic has an imaging consultant, Dr. Sonya Myers, who is a DVM and full-time sonographer. She provides diagnostic ultrasound services and offers treatment considerations based on ultrasound findings and her extensive background in general veterinary practice.

What is the background of the surgical team regarding minimally invasive surgery?

The surgical team has significant expertise in minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Stephen Van Lue is a surgical consultant who has contributed to the development of new surgical technologies and holds two United States patents for novel surgical devices used in minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Anne Van Lue also completed her Ph.D. with a specific emphasis on minimally invasive surgery.

Van Lue Veterinary Surgical

Van Lue Veterinary Surgical is an orthopedic surgery practice in Oviedo, FL, staffed by 2 DACVS-credentialed surgeons. Procedures include Ultrasonography, Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy, Orthopedic surgery, and Minimally invasive surgery.

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About

Van Lue Veterinary Surgical is a small animal surgical referral center serving Central Florida. The practice is led by board-certified veterinary surgeons and offers a comprehensive range of surgical interventions, including soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive procedures. Their surgical suites are equipped with advanced surgical and anesthetic technology to support complex cases, and the team includes specialists with extensive training in surgical research and clinical practice.

Founded in 2011, the clinic originated as a mobile surgical service before establishing its current facility. They maintain close collaborative relationships with referring veterinarians throughout the region to ensure continuity of care. The practice focuses on delivering high-standard surgical outcomes for pets, supported by a team of certified veterinary technicians and surgical nurses dedicated to patient recovery and pain management.

Surgical team

Stephen Van Lue

DVM, DACVS

After spending 5 years in emergency medicine and surgery, he completed a small animal surgical residency at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine.
Anne Van Lue

DVM, PhD

Anne has been performing general surgical relief services over the last 10 years, as well as working with Steve on the specialty surgical practice.
Christina L. Cramer

DVM, DACVs (Small Animal)

Dr. Cramer became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgery in 2021, when she was already back home in Florida again and working in private practice.
Sonya Myers

DVM

Since 2017 she has fine tuned her skills as a full-time sonographer and her years in general practice have allowed her to provide not only a diagnosis via ultrasound, but also give considerations for treatment based on both ultrasound findings and her clinical experience.
Bree

Cert IV, Surgical Dipl.

Bree was born and raised in Australia and started her veterinary career in 2008 at a busy general practice which performed an array of specialized surgical procedures.
Melissa

BAS, CVT

Melissa graduated from St. Petersburg College with her Bachelor’s in Applied Science Veterinary Technology degree in June 2016, and has been a certified veterinary technician (CVT) since July 2012.

Procedures

Photos

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Frequently asked questions

What types of surgical procedures does Van Lue Veterinary Surgical perform?: The clinic provides a wide variety of surgical services, including soft tissue, orthopedic, and minimally invasive surgeries. Specific procedures performed range from abdominal exploratories, biopsies, and gastropexy to orthopedic interventions such as TPLO, fracture repair, and patella luxation correction.
Who leads the surgical team at Van Lue Veterinary Surgical?: The practice was founded by Dr. Stephen Van Lue, a board-certified small animal surgeon and Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. He is joined by Dr. Anne Van Lue, who holds a Ph.D. in small animal surgery, and Dr. Christina L. Cramer, also a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgery.
Does the clinic offer specialized imaging services?: Yes, the clinic has an imaging consultant, Dr. Sonya Myers, who is a DVM and full-time sonographer. She provides diagnostic ultrasound services and offers treatment considerations based on ultrasound findings and her extensive background in general veterinary practice.
What is the background of the surgical team regarding minimally invasive surgery?: The surgical team has significant expertise in minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Stephen Van Lue is a surgical consultant who has contributed to the development of new surgical technologies and holds two United States patents for novel surgical devices used in minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Anne Van Lue also completed her Ph.D. with a specific emphasis on minimally invasive surgery.

Contact & hours

Address

5500 Vista View Way
Oviedo

Phone

(321) 348-6300

Website

vanluevetsurg.com/index.html