Vijay Vechalapu
small animal veterinary surgeon
Visakhapatnam
Summary
Dedicated Veterinarian with five years of experience delivering medical and surgical care for small animals and exotics. Able to perform a wide range of orthopaedic and soft tissue surgical procedures. Currently practicing as a surgeon in a referral hospital in Mumbai, India. Collaborative and motivating team player with proven strengths in operations management, patient triage, and providing systematic patient care. Values building positive, trusting relationships with clients. Eager to gain knowledge, learn new skills, and grow in the field of small animal surgery.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Veterinary Surgeon
Tata Small Animal Hospital
Mumbai
02.2024 - Current
- Founding team member at a referral hospital in Mumbai, instrumental in designing and implementing clinical protocols and care guidelines.
- Trained under board-certified specialists in small animal surgery and emergency critical care, gaining advanced hands-on experience.
- maintain high standard of care with good protocols, by ensuring patient safety.
- Performed and assisted in a range of advanced surgical procedures, including complex orthopaedic repairs, soft tissue, and reconstructive skin surgeries.
- Skilled in critical care techniques such as central venous catheter (CVC) placement, chest tube placement, peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) placement, emergency sampling, blood transfusion and various centesis procedures (thoracocentesis, abdominocentesis).
- Experience in performing joint taps, emergency stabilization, tracheostomy, and basic ventilator management.
- Competent in the use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) for rapid assessment and clinical decision-making in emergency cases.
- Collaborated closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive, high-quality patient care.
- Actively involved in the training and mentoring of junior veterinary staff and nursing teams.
- Strengthened client relationships through transparent communication, leading to better treatment adherence, and patient outcomes.
Senior Veterinary Surgeon
Fairy Tails Services LLP
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Independently performed soft tissue, orthopaedic, and ophthalmic surgeries.
- Managed post-operative care and monitored patient recovery.
- Oversaw in-patient treatment and collaborated with colleagues to ensure high-quality care.
- Developed clinical protocols for surgical, out-patient, and in-patient procedures.
- Performed diagnostic imaging (radiographs, ultrasonography) and routine lab tests for accurate case workups.
- Maintained comprehensive medical records and supported team-wide case coordination.
Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon
Khodiyar Welfare Trust, Reliance Industries
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Performed independent soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries on small animals and exotic species.
- Executed endoscopic procedures such as gastroscopy, colonoscopy, and foreign body retrieval.
- Managed high patient volumes, treating an average of 600 animals monthly, including emergency and trauma cases.
- Oversaw the care and well-being of 1,500+ resident animals across various species.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive healthcare protocols covering nutrition, parasite control, and husbandry for diverse species including dogs, cats, birds, and exotics.
Assistant Veterinary Surgeon
Dr. Ayyapan’s Pet Specialty Clinic
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted in small animal soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene protocols.
- Reviewed health histories, performed exams and tests, prescribed treatments, and effectively communicated diagnoses and treatment plans to pet owners.
- Part time
Independent Veterinary Clinician
Freelance Physician
Guntur
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Provided professional services by carrying out home visits for treatment of various cases.
- Efficiently provided medical aid for numerous emergency rescues.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with clients.
Education
Master of Veterinary Science - Surgery and Radiology
Madras Veterinary College, Tamil Nadu Veterinary And Animal Sciences University (T.A.N.U.V.A.S.)
12.2022
Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry -
College of Veterinary Science, Proddatur, Sri Venkateshwara Veterinary University (S.V.V.U.)
12.2019
Skills
Soft tissue and Orthopaedic Surgery
Emergency and Critical care
POCUS
Dental extractions and Radiography
General Medicine
Publications
- Oral Presentation on “Successful Surgical Management of Pan Carpal Arthrodesis in a German Shepherd Dog”. 12th clinical case conference on Farm and Companion Animal Practice for Veterinary Students. Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University 10th -11th August 2022.
- Oral presentation on “Surgical Management of Crop Burn in Sun Conure” 44th annual convention of the Indian society for Veterinary Surgery (I.S.V.S) Pantnagar, Uttarakhand - 24th -26th February 2022.
- Oral Presentation on “A Case of Right-Sided Uterine Prolapse in a Desi Buffalo” 10th clinical case conference on Farm and Companion Animal Practice for Veterinary Students. Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University- 27th September 2018.
- Poster Presentation on “Isolation and Identification of Malassezia Pachydermatis in Canine Otitis” 31st annual convention of the Indian association of veterinary microbiologists (IAVM), Sri Venkateshwara Veterinary University- 30th January 2018.
- Kavin R, Bharathidasan M, Sivashankar R, Pushkin Raj H and Vijay Kumar V. Surgical management of choke due to trichobezoars in a cow: A case report. Pharma innovation journal. 2021. (doi: 10. 205-207. 10.22271/tpi.2021.v10.i11Sd.8703)
- V. Vijay Kumar, Mohamed Ali, B. Gowri Shankar, Mohamed Shafiuzama, M. Gokulakrishnan S. Ayyappan. Crop Burn in a Sun conure (Aratinga solstitialis) and its Surgical Management. Indian veterinary journal. (received)
- Vijay Kumar. V., Shiju Simon. M., Pushkin Raj. H., Mahesh. R and Ayyappan. S Locking Reconstruction Plate for The Management of Diaphyseal Femoral Fracture in Dog. Indian journal of veterinary sciences and biotechnology. (received)
Training
- one week observership at Royal Veterinary College, UK in small animal surgery department - 17th August to 22nd August 2025
- Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care Workshop Madras Veterinary College- 9th August 2022
- 1-week Basic Equine Training Worldwide Veterinary Service International Training Centre, Ooty- Dec 2020
- 2-week Surgical Training in Animal Birth Control Surgery Protocols, best recommended practice for veterinarians Worldwide Veterinary Service International Training Centre, Ooty- Dec 2020
Timeline
Veterinary Surgeon
Tata Small Animal Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Senior Veterinary Surgeon
Fairy Tails Services LLP
07.2023 - 01.2024
Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon
Khodiyar Welfare Trust, Reliance Industries
01.2023 - 05.2023
Assistant Veterinary Surgeon
Dr. Ayyapan’s Pet Specialty Clinic
01.2021 - 12.2022
Independent Veterinary Clinician
Freelance Physician
02.2020 - 11.2020
Master of Veterinary Science - Surgery and Radiology
Madras Veterinary College, Tamil Nadu Veterinary And Animal Sciences University (T.A.N.U.V.A.S.)
Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry -
College of Veterinary Science, Proddatur, Sri Venkateshwara Veterinary University (S.V.V.U.)
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