Your Pet in Safe Hands
The Safest Pet Anesthesia Possible
Unlike other veterinary hospitals in San Diego County, every pet anesthesia at SurgiPet is directed by an anesthesiologist.
Safety First. Every Step of the Way.
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Expert Surgery
Our surgeon has been operating since 2005. With nearly two decades of surgical expertise and a long, proven history of excellent outcomes, your pet is truly in good hands.
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Safest Anesthesia
A board-certified anesthesiologist will evaluate your pet and provide every aspect of their anesthesia - ensuring the safest care, advanced pain relief, and optimal recovery.
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Recovery Together
Your pet will head home later in the day, fully recovered from anesthesia, comfortable, and able to walk. They’ll continue to rest and recover at home, with you by their side.
Providing peace of mind and comfort
Over 1,000 pet owners already know - it matters who you choose.
The Safest pet anesthesia. For Every Pet. In Every way.
Ensure your pet’s safety with expert anesthesia care tailored to their specific needs, managed by a board-certified veterinary anesthesiologist.
Behind the Scenes: Anesthesia For Dogs
Curious about how pets are safely anesthetized for surgery? Follow the full anesthesia process, guided by Dr. Margaret Wypart, a board-certified veterinary anesthesiologist at SurgiPet Surgery & Anesthesia Center.
Meet the Dedicated Team Behind Our Success
Dr. Wypart, our founder and lead surgeon, has over 20 years of experience, including thousands of successful TPLO procedures. He is known not only for his surgical excellence but also for the genuine empathy and honesty that comfort every pet parent who walks through our doors.
Dr. Wypart is a highly skilled veterinarian with over two decades of experience in orthopedic and soft tissue surgery. He earned his veterinary degree from the Warsaw University of Life Sciences and completed advanced specialty training in veterinary surgery at the European University of Environmental and Life Sciences. His clinical skills have been shaped by extensive international practice across Europe and North America.
Since relocating to San Diego in 2012, Dr. Wypart has become known for his surgical expertise, particularly in orthopedic procedures involving joint trauma, complex fractures, and advanced soft tissue techniques. A member of the Veterinary Orthopedic Society, he has performed over 1,000 successful TPLO surgeries and remains actively engaged in continuing education focused on fracture management, joint disease, and advanced soft tissue procedures.
Dr. Wypart founded SurgiPet to bring specialized surgical care to pets in San Diego and the surrounding area. His practice focuses on advanced procedures including TPLO for cranial cruciate ligament repair, arthroscopy, and minimally invasive fracture repair.
Outside of surgery, Dr. Wypart enjoys growing vegetables in his backyard, perfecting new soup recipes, and hiking Potato Chip Mountain.
Dr. Margaret Wypart, our co-founder and medical director, is one of a few veterinary anesthesia specialists in California. She personally evaluates your pet’s health, designs a customized anesthesia plan, and ensures they wake up comfortably - just like an anesthesiologist does for people in a hospital.
Dr. Margaret Wypart, DACVAA, is the Medical Director and co-founder of SurgiPet. After veterinary school, she spent three additional years at the University of Pennsylvania's highly respected residency program, focusing exclusively on mastering anesthesia and pain management. This specialized training means she's an expert at keeping pets safe and pain-free during surgery—customizing anesthesia for each individual patient based on their age, health status, and the specific procedure they're having. Whether it's a healthy young dog or a senior pet with underlying health concerns, Dr. Margaret Wypart has the expertise to provide the safest anesthesia possible.
One of only a few board-certified veterinary anesthesiologists practicing in San Diego County, she specializes in ultrasound-guided nerve blocks to minimize discomfort and reduce reliance on systemic medications—allowing pets to wake up more smoothly and return home the same day. Her approach follows the principles of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS), emphasizing proactive pain control, early mobility, and rapid return to function.
Outside of work, Dr. Wypart enjoys hiking, skiing, and photography.
Amber has over two decades of experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician. One of her greatest joys is mentoring and training newer staff, sharing the passion for veterinary care that has driven her throughout her career.
Amber is a Registered Veterinary Technician and our Nursing Director, bringing more than 20 years of experience in veterinary medicine to our team. Most of Amber’s career has been spent in emergency and intensive care, where she developed strong skills in critical patient management, anesthesia, and team leadership. For the past two years, she has brought that expertise to our surgical center, where she focuses on ensuring a smooth experience for patients from admission through recovery and supporting our team in providing exceptional surgical nursing care.
Amber is passionate about creating a positive, collaborative environment for both her team and our clients. She believes that every patient deserves individualized, compassionate care and takes pride in building trust with the families who bring their pets to us. She also enjoys mentoring veterinary professionals and helping others grow within the field.
Outside of work, Amber loves spending time with her family and many pets, traveling in their RV, and curling up with a good book.
Why Choose SurgiPet?
Dedicated surgery center for pets - not your typical veterinary clinic.
With over 20 years of experience, our chief surgeon ensures better outcomes, smooth recovery, and minimal risk of complications.
Know the cost upfront! SurgiPet's flat-fee surgery package covers it all: routine pre-op tests, medications, surgery & follow-ups.
No unnecessary hours at the hospital. Your pet will recuperate in the comfort of their own home, with you by their side!
No Surprises!
Transparent, All-inclusive Pricing for Surgery
Common Surgical Treatments We Offer
TPLO Surgery
MPL (Kneecap)
Elbow Arthroscopy
Shoulder OCD Surgery
Fracture Repair
Ear Surgery (TECA)
Gastropexy Surgery
Anal Gland Removal
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Have Questions? We’re Here to Help!
At SurgiPet, your pet’s anesthesia is managed by a board-certified veterinary anesthesiologist—a doctor with years of specialized training in anesthesia and pain management. Their sole focus is making sure your pet stays safe, comfortable, and pain-free from start to finish.
We’re proud to be the only veterinary surgery center in San Diego County with this level of expertise dedicated to every single procedure. It’s the same standard of care you’d expect in a human hospital.
At general veterinary practices, anesthesia is typically overseen by technicians whose training and experience can vary. While many do a good job, the advanced knowledge and precision of a board-certified anesthesiologist simply can’t be matched. That’s the SurgiPet difference.
Anesthesia Specialists spend a lot of time and focus getting pet patients through surgery safely and comfortably. Here are the different ways our Anesthesiologist helps your pet along the way:
- In-depth evaluation of your pet’s health status, which often includes ordering diagnostic testing
- Given your pet’s profile and status, selection of the most appropriate anesthetic techniques and drugs
- Administering of anesthetics
- Constant patient monitoring throughout the procedure
- Monitoring supporting or controlling your pet’s breathing
- Making any corrective changes as needed to control blood pressure, pulse, temperature
- Administering all types of fluids and transfusions
- Administering all the in-OR drugs as needed (for example antibiotics, blood products, etc.)
- Continuously adjusting the anesthetic depth as indicated by the patient’s response
- Waking your pet up carefully, smoothly and comfortably
- Oversee your pet comfort in the recovery to ensure that all is well
Yes! All consultations and surgeries (including emergencies) are scheduled through our patient care team. You can call us at 760.290.8390, email info@surgipet.com, or fill out our contact form - whatever works best for you!
Yes—and we approach every one as the specialty-level procedure it deserves to be.
At SurgiPet, spay and neuter aren’t routine check-box surgeries. They’re full anesthetic events with real risks, so we give them the same level of planning and monitoring as our complex orthopedic cases. Your pet is cared for by two doctors: a surgeon with over 20 years of experience and an anesthesia specialist focused only on your pet’s safety and comfort.
Why does this matter for a “routine” surgery? Across large groups of pets, serious complications occur in about 1 out of every 700 spay/neuter procedures. Imagine 700 pets lined up in a row—most do perfectly well, but one may have a serious problem. We design everything we do around protecting that one pet.
This level of expertise does cost more than a typical general practice—because it’s a different standard of care. We’re happy to talk through whether SurgiPet is the right fit for your pet and your family. Call us at 760-290-8390 or email info@surgipet.com
SurgiPet accepts the CareCredit credit card with special financing options* and payment plans through ScratchPay. We provide flat-fee all-inclusive transparent quotes for surgical procedures so that you are fully informed and able to make financial arrangements if necessary. [*Subject to credit approval]
SurgiPet does not offer oral health services or other routine care. For complex dental problems we recommend veterinary dental specialist office, Pacific Coast Veterinary Dentistry & Oral Surgery
While SurgiPet focuses exclusively on surgical care for dogs and cats, we understand how important expert care is for exotic pets. For birds, reptiles, small mammals, and other exotic species, we highly recommend Dr. Todd Cecil DVM, DABVP - a renowned specialist known for his exceptional skill and dedication to these unique animals. Call 619-462-4800 to make an appointment.