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Michelle Lapera

Dr. Michelle Lapera

Veterinarian, VMD
5.0
1572 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
1572 reviews

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Jennifer

April 2026

Michelle was so kind, handling my rambling with ease and answered my random questions with an upbeat and professional manner. Put my nerves at ease. She was very knowledgeable about the meds and gave me a good rundown of what to expect. Laforge approved!
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Elizabeth

April 2026

Super Indians nice! Thanks so much!!!!
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Birgitta

April 2026

So easy and quick!!
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Ivelis

April 2026

Thank you !
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Caitlyn

April 2026

Wonderful experience! Dr. Lapera was so great from start to finish. Knew her stuff and was kind and warm the entire appt. Felt very comfortable with the diagnosis and treatment options!
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Briana

April 2026

She was helpful and informative
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Don

April 2026

Dr Lapera was very nice and straight forward. Visit went quickly and I got the help I needed.
J

Joe

April 2026

Was easy to talk to and explained everything and solutions to help correct the problem
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Megan

April 2026

Excellent service vetster
D

Dmitry

April 2026

Amazing

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