This multimedia report welcomes you to the world of Veterinary Orthopedics at The Ohio State University Veterinary Medical Center.

The VMC offers more than 20 specialty services, from Critical Care to Radiation Oncology. Among these services is Orthopedic Surgery, which draws patrons from across the country for their animals to receive optimal orthopedic care.

More total hip replacements are performed at the VMC than anywhere else in the world.

The clinic’s mission is “to serve the citizens of the State of Ohio through the support of the clinical education of veterinary students, post graduate veterinarians and others, and promote animal well-being through the operation of a state-of-the-art veterinary medical center.”

The VMC website lists the following as their goals:

• To provide and maintain a comprehensive state-of-the-art examination, diagnostic, and therapeutic facility.

• To offer the highest level of professional veterinary medical care to our clients and patients.

• To serve our referring veterinarians with the highest level of consultation and support.

• To engender a courteous, compassionate, and professional atmosphere for our patients and clients.

• To maintain a working environment for our faculty, staff, and students that fosters respect for the individual, promotes teamwork, and enables all to perform to the full extent of their capabilities.

• To foster and maintain a fiscally responsible attitude among our faculty and staff toward the delivery of veterinary services and operation of the hospital.