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Michelle Lapera

Dr. Michelle Lapera

Veterinarian, VMD
5.0
1361 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
1361 reviews

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Rehab

March 2026

Very convenient for sure !
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Kassandra

March 2026

This MD answered all my questions and concerns. I would recommend over and over again. We came to same conclusion over fur baby.
J

Jennifer

March 2026

Dr. Lapera helped us in an emergency situation—our cats mouth was bleeding. She recommended a treatment to help immediately.
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Lori

March 2026

Amazing! Dr. Lateral was professional and friendly. What a good experience!
C

Christy

March 2026

Amazing First time experience
M

Milna

March 2026

Dr. Lapera was kind and thorough
R

Robin

March 2026

Very thorough, thoughtful and helpful
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Elizabeth

March 2026

Michelle was great I can tell she cares and she was very kind and sweet. I will definitely come back to have a virtual visit with her.
M

Martha

March 2026

Dr. Lapera was very pleasant, knowledgeable and informative. Using Vetster was easy and very convenient and I was able to book an appointment immediately.
M

Macoreya

March 2026

Great visit! Was very helpful coming up with a plan for my baby skin.

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