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Michelle Lapera

Dr. Michelle Lapera

Veterinarian, VMD
5.0
1346 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
1346 reviews

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Marissa

March 2026

I couldn't be happier with my experience with Dr. Michelle Lapera. She's warm, attentive, and extremely helpful. She asks excellent questions and offers options and resources for care. Thank you, Dr. Michelle!
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Julie

March 2026

Excellent experience
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Denise

March 2026

Dr. Lapera is so informative and patient! She is very kind and willing to answer all questions.
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Amy

March 2026

Lovely experience from start to finish. Felt like I was in the room with Dr. Lapera, not on a virtual call. Listened to my concerns about my pet and gave a thorough explanation of diagnosis and treatment. Highly recommend.
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Kaely

March 2026

easy and straight to the point. I needed flea and tick preventative and was able to get in prescribed in minutes.
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Sarah

March 2026

Best decision we ever made, the Doctor was kind and listened to us.
K

Kim

March 2026

I am so grateful for this service. Best care. Clear information. Kind and Professional
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Octavious

March 2026

Dr. Lapera is great, very caring and professional!!
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Sara

March 2026

Kind, informative and so helpful; A wonderful experience. Many thanks!
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Brandan

March 2026

Super helpful, knowledgeable and will be using her in the future. Thank you !

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