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Michelle Lapera

Dr. Michelle Lapera

Veterinarian, VMD
5.0
2110 reviews
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Professional information

Designation
  • Veterinarian, VMD
Licenses
  • Virginia, US
  • Florida, US
  • District Of Columbia, US
  • New Jersey, US
  • Maryland, 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
2110 reviews

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Datrice

July 2026

I am new to this app in this service, but I am already very much so impressed. From the swiftness of being able to book an online appointment to the kindness of Dr. Lepera I am very grateful for her patience and the time she took to explain and give suggestions as well as follow up of our sweet girl. I look forward to spreading the word, and I am now grateful to be a member of the service.
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Laura

July 2026

Very professional nd caring. Explained everything well.
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Jacki

July 2026

This was my first telehealth and being a weekend I felt worried about when I could contact my regular vet. Dr Lapera was very patient and caring really put me at ease with her knowledge and guidance. I could definitely use her again.
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Carrie

July 2026

She was friendly and helpful, I look forward to utilizing this service more often
B

Brock

July 2026

The vet was amazing. She was very sympathetic to what our dog was going through and extremely professional with her diagnosis and explaining how to use the medication.
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Honorio

July 2026

She noticed our concerns for our dog, Prince, and is very patient with us. We were so worried, and she could tell. She answered all our questions and was thorough with asking us what to do to our dog to see what could be wrong. Definitely recommend to pet owners.
M

Michelle

July 2026

Very helpful and caring, excellent experience. Thank you
R

Raymond

July 2026

Very nice and kind
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Sonya

July 2026

She was very friendly made some very helpful recommendations.
T

Tiffany

July 2026

Helpful and explained everything very well

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