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Michelle Lapera

Dr. Michelle Lapera

Veterinarian, VMD
5.0
1238 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
1238 reviews

J

Jessica

February 2026

Michelle was great! She was patient and understanding. Offered options and explained it so the benefits and risks of both were very clear.
K

Kristen

February 2026

Dr. Michelle was very friendly and efficient!
H

Hezekiah

February 2026

She was so kind! She had read my pre-visit messages, and listened to all the background on my cat. I brought him on screen for her to look at and we discussed treatment options. She was very nice and saved me (who is sick) and my cat who is sick from going out in the winter cold to go to an animal hospital to get him some antibiotics to clear him up. Thank you!
O

Osvaldo

February 2026

helped me with a medication plan for my dog
C

Cortney

February 2026

I was concerned about my cat's injury, and was reassured that he will be okay, and was provided with clear information and next steps to treat his wound. Thank you so much from Tesla and his mom!
S

Stephanie

February 2026

Dr. Lapera was very kind and patient and took the time to listen to all my concerns about my fur babies. She addressed everything thoroughly, and I’m hopeful that the medication will be effective.
M

Marissa

February 2026

Super informative,kind patient and made the entire process super easy!
K

Kassieonna

February 2026

Very helpful
S

Stephanie

February 2026

Easy and straight to the point. Loved her personality and her understanding
A

Austin

February 2026

she was very polite and professional.

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