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Michelle Lapera

Dr. Michelle Lapera

Veterinarian, VMD
5.0
1499 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
1499 reviews

J

Justine

April 2026

Thanks quick and easy
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Thao

April 2026

The appointment was quick and easy. Dr. Lapera was professional but also friendly and attentive.
S

Sue

April 2026

Dr. Amperage was amazing. Thanks for the help with Schultzy.
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Heidi

April 2026

We have seen Dr. Lapera a few times now and she is always very knowledgeable, thorough, and kind.
D

Danielle

April 2026

Dr. Lapera was very helpful, empathetic, and knowledgeable. She provided detailed instructions about the plan of care and how to properly manage our doggies ear infection.
D

Darcy

April 2026

Dr. Lapera was very easy to talk to and established a clear care plan to get my dog back to feeling a little more like herself.
A

Amber

April 2026

Quick. Clear. Kind
J

Jason

April 2026

Thank you so much! Dr Lapera was so informative helpful & friendly!
M

Mark

April 2026

Got us on our way quickly
A

Andrea

April 2026

Streamline and she listened to our concerns!

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