Surgery

At North Springs Veterinary Referral Center, our Surgery Department is led by a board-certified veterinary surgeon with advanced expertise in both soft tissue and orthopedic procedures. From complex fracture repairs and ligament reconstructions to tumor removals and emergency abdominal surgeries, our surgical team provides precise, compassionate care tailored to your pet’s specific needs. With cutting-edge technology, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to comfort and recovery, we’re here to support your pet through every step of their surgical journey.

Surgery Services

Abdominal Surgery

Adrenalectomy
Chloecystectomy
Splenectomy

Gastrointestinal Surgery

GI Biopsies
Liver Biopsies
Liver Lobectomy
Liver Shunt Attenuation

Urogenital Surgery

Cystotomy
Perineal Urethrostomy
Pyometra
C-sections

Orthopedics

Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO)
Lateral Suture
Patella Luxation Repair
Fracture Repair
Femoral Head/Neck Ostectomy

Coming Soon!

Laparoscopy

Arthroscopy

Ashley Iodence

DVM, DACVS-SA

Dr. Ashley Iodence is a Colorado Springs native. She attended Colorado State University for both her Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees. Following veterinary school, she completed a small animal rotating internship, surgery specialty internship, and surgical residency at the University of Georgia. Dr. Iodence is happy to be back in Colorado and joined the North Springs VRC team in September 2024.

Dr. Iodence enjoys all aspects of surgery and loves helping pets live healthier and happier lives. In her free time, she likes hiking with her husband and their two beagles, Scout and Zoey.