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Michelle Lapera

Dr. Michelle Lapera

Veterinarian, VMD
5.0
1695 reviews
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Professional information

Designation
  • Veterinarian, VMD
Licenses
  • Virginia, US
  • Florida, US
  • District Of Columbia, US
  • New Jersey, 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
1695 reviews

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Jasmine

May 2026

Dr. Lapera was very patient and very kind and seemed very knowledgeable about the steps I should take when I comes to taking care of my cat Ember.
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Ashley

May 2026

Dr. Lapera was very friendly and informative. Made getting treatment super easy right from home.
E

Emily

May 2026

I have more peace of mind now that I have a plan for our next treatment steps.
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Rachel

May 2026

Answered any questions i asked, super nice!
J

Jessica

May 2026

She was very nice very attentive very sweet
D

Dennis

May 2026

Dr. Michelle was the best vet I’ve ever spoken to I had a simple problem but it’s very nice to have a vet like this
M

Meghan

May 2026

Would definitely call her again
H

Heather

May 2026

The doctor was awesome and very helpful.
C

Carrie

May 2026

Dr. Lapera was kind and caring. Very helpful
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Nadia

May 2026

Dr.Michelle was absolutely amazing and answered all my questions. I lived her for my new puppy

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