BluePearl Pet Hospital
Langhorne, PA
Surgery

24/7 Emergency and Specialty

Pet surgery by BluePearl.

Precision care for what matters most – helping your pet live a longer and better life.

We understand that seeing your pet experience an emergency or condition that requires surgery can be stressful. Fortunately, our veterinary surgery team is made up of experts in performing complex procedures using the latest state-of-the-art techniques and equipment, and we’re here to help. 

Our commitment is not just to delivering highly advanced surgical care; it’s to enhance the well-being of your pet and be with you every step of the way.

A veterinary surgeon examines a dog

Conditions we treat.

A BluePearl anesthesiology and pain management vet prepares to fix an anesthetic facemask on a yellow lab while a vet tech helps hold the dog on the exam table.

If your pet has a condition or injury that requires advanced care and procedures, you’ll have an entire surgery team helping to improve your pet’s quality of life so you can get back to what matters most – spending precious moments together.

  • Cancer
  • Chronic diseases like ear or respiratory tract infections
  • Congenital conditions like dysplasia or heart defects
  • Emergencies like swallowing a foreign body
  • Hernias
  • Trauma or injuries, including fractures, ligament and tendon injuries

Services we offer.

Your pet will receive unparalleled medical care during their time at the hospital (and they’ll be spoiled with love and attention, too).

Advanced diagnostics

Your pet can’t tell us what’s wrong, so we use sophisticated diagnostics and imaging tools to uncover the source of the problem.

  • Biopsy
  • Radiography (x-rays)
  • Ultrasound

Treatment plans

Just as no two patients are the same, neither are their treatment plans. Our surgery team has experience with a range of advanced procedures and minimally invasive options to get your pet on the path to wellness, including:

  • Orthopedic surgery (for the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, ligaments, muscles and tendons)
  • Soft tissue surgery (for non-bone tissues and internal organs)

Our board certified specialists and surgery team.

Experience makes all the difference. 

Our surgery team is made up of veterinarians, vet technicians and assistants, and support staff with rigorous training and experience in specialty medicine. The team works hand in hand to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care your pet needs and deserves. Because we’re a multidisciplinary hospital, the team can consult the expertise of other specialty departments, too.

Sophie Eiger

VMD, MS

Surgery
On the job

Dr. Sophie Eiger is most interested in minimally invasive surgery, including laparoscopic, thoracoscopic and arthroscopic procedures (abdomen, chest and joints). She is also interested in reconstructive procedures, fracture repairs and urinary procedures.

Education
  • Residency, Small Animal Surgery, University of Florida, Gainesville
  • Master of Science, Veterinary Medical Sciences, University of Florida, Gainesville
  • Internship, Small Animal Surgery, Veterinary Specialty Hospital, San Diego, CA
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
  • Bachelor of Science, Biology, Haverford College, Pennsylvania
Off duty

Dr. Eiger enjoys trying new restaurants, skin care, cooking, standup paddle boarding, reading, traveling and riding her Peloton.

Publications and articles

David Puerto

DVM, DACVS
Board Certified in Veterinary Surgery

Surgery
On the job

Dr. David Puerto has extensive experience performing minimally invasive procedures on the joints, abdomen and chest. His special interests include orthopedic, reconstructive and minimally invasive surgeries. He enjoys performing arthroscopy and laparoscopy procedures, which typically allow for rapid recovery and minimal pain.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons
  • Residency, Small Animal Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Off duty

Dr. Puerto likes outdoor activities including mountain and road biking, skiing, running and horseback riding. He and his wife, who is also a veterinarian, have two sons and a menagerie of pets, including two black Labs, one cat, chickens and fish.

What to expect.

We want you to be prepared for your pet’s visit to the surgeon, so you have one less thing to worry about. Our entire BluePearl team will be with you every step of the way.

Before your visit

  • Make a consultation appointment by calling us directly or via referral from your pet’s primary vet. 
  • We’ll request records from your primary or emergency vet before your visit and collaborate with them to discuss your pet’s history and current condition.

During your visit

  • When possible, we’ll examine your pet with you by their side to make them more comfortable. If additional tests are needed, we’ll discuss those options with you.
  • You’ll have plenty of time and opportunity to ask questions as we go over your pet’s diagnosis and treatment plan options together.
  • If appropriate, we’ll schedule your pet’s procedure and make sure you’re aware of any symptoms you should watch out for at home. 

After your visit

  • Our team will continue to partner with your primary veterinarian as part of the ongoing management of your pet’s care.
  • You know your pet better than anyone, and you play a crucial role in their treatment plan. If you have any concerns about providing care at home (such as giving medication, maintaining a specific diet or monitoring your pet’s symptoms), let us know – we’re here for you.