Dr. Michelle Lapera

Veterinarian, VMD

5.0

1046 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
1046 reviews

Natalie

January 2026

Dr Lapera was helpful, sympathetic, and informative when in session for concern of kennel cough on our 3 yo boxer. Thank you Dr Lapera.

Leanne

January 2026

Took her time reviewing our dog and explaining what was going on and how to best help our dog.

Sherri

January 2026

Such a great service and she is wonderful.

Mike

January 2026

Very friendly and knowledgeable.

Sydney

January 2026

Efficient for what I needed!

Brandee

January 2026

Seriously she is amazing and I plan on scheduling the rest of my visits with her!

Judy

January 2026

Dr Lapera is wonderful and helpful would recommend . I will be using her again.

Makenzie

January 2026

Dr. Lapera was extremely helpful with our 3 pups. She helped us get them all on a new flea, tick, heartworm regimen and helped our boy with skin issues and open areas.

Carolyn

January 2026

Very friendly and knowledgeable. Will use again if needed.

Robert

January 2026

Appointment was sooo quick and easy about 7-9 minutes and she was sweet to Hugo(pitbull) and we were able to get his medicine prescribed without driving across town