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Michelle Lapera

Dr. Michelle Lapera

Veterinarian, VMD
5.0
951 reviews
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Professional information

Designation
  • Veterinarian, VMD
Licenses
  • Virginia, US
  • Florida, US
About Vet

Dr. Michelle Lapera was born and raised in New York. She received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Delaware, where she studied Animal Science and Biology. She obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (VMD) at the University of Pennsylvania and has been practicing in northern Virginia for the past 11 years, treating dogs and cats. Her areas of interests include: preventative medicine, emergency medicine, dentistry, and surgery. Her goal is to provide quality care for each pet and their family.

Outside of work, Dr. Lapera enjoys hiking and traveling. She has 4 dogs-a 14 year old Husky named Bella, a 9 year old Lab mix named Chance, a 7 year old Collie mix named Marbles, and a Husky puppy named Mika.

Location
  • Henrico, VA, US
Spoken languages
  • English
Species treated
  • Dogs (Canine)
  • Cats (Feline)
Areas of interest
  • End of life/Hospice care
  • Behavior
  • Dentistry
  • Endocrinology
  • Cardiology
  • Parasitology
  • Immunology
  • Dermatology
  • Emergency
  • Neurology
  • Anesthesia
  • Radiology
  • Nutrition
  • Ophthalmology
  • Pharmacology
  • Preventive
  • Soft Tissue
  • Orthopedics
  • Ophthalmology
  • Toxicology
  • Oncology
Capabilities
  • Consult on diet, nutrition & exercise
  • Consult on general health & wellness
  • Consult on behavioral issues
  • Navigating nutrition from the new baby to the senior pet
  • Optimizing your new puppy or kitten experience
  • Tips and tricks on pet grooming techniques
  • Pet training, house training and litter box training

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5.0
951 reviews

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Janelle

December 2025

The provider was beyond helpful and really listened to all of my concerns. Thank you!!
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Haley

December 2025

Very helpful & reassuring, answered all my questions.
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Kevin

December 2025

Dr Michelle Lapera was very helpful and made the appointment convenient and efficient.
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Steve

December 2025

That was the best experience there’s no way Boot's. would go. in the car to see the vet simply to traumatizing thank you, Dr. Michelle
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Rebecca

December 2025

Great service, easy and quick! Answered what I needed and explained the entire process.
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Kim

December 2025

Dr. Lapera was amazing! She took the time to listen and understand our concerns and outlined next steps in a way that was easy to understand. Highly recommend!
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Vallarie

December 2025

She was very clear, helpful, super friendly and made sure to answer my our questions.
C

Cleo

December 2025

great experience
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Julio

December 2025

Very attentive vet and helpful, quickly coming up with a plan on how to treat all my pet's needs.🤗
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Angelica

December 2025

Dr Michelle had more way more solutions/treatments than any other vet we've had. Very happy.

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