BIO
Michael Vitucci, MS, DVM
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Dr. Vitucci grew up in St. Louis, MO where he attended Chaminade College Preparatory. He attended The Ohio State University earning a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Master of Science in Human Physiology. His graduate research examined velocity and force generating capabilities of single extra-ocular muscle fibers in the canine model. He graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006 and has a particular interest in orthopedic surgery, biomechanics, minimally invasive surgery, and arthroscopy.
Dr. Vitucci and his wife, who is also a certified rehabilitation veterinarian, owned hospitals in St. Louis for 15 years. The Vituccis’ have recently moved to our area with their son Anthony, who enjoys going to car shows, traveling, and eating Sushi. They have a Bernese Mountain Dog named Volkl, and a Sulphur Crested Cockatoo named Pickles. When not busy with veterinary medicine, Dr. Vitucci enjoys backcountry skiing, landscaping, and spending time traveling with his family.
POST-GRADUATE VETERINARY TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Community Care Veterinary Specialists, Gainesville, Florida
May 2024 -Current
Surgery-Focused General Practice Veterinarian
Veterinary Surgery Service, Inc, Fort Walton Beach, FL
National NewTOM Account Consultant
2021 - 2024
2017 - 2021
2016 - 2022
University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine
2015 - 2021
2016 - 2019
Animal Imaging Center, St. Louis, Missouri
2020 - 2022
Small Animal Veterinarian
VetOvation, United States
Arthroscopy Consultant
Alliance Animal Health, Missouri
Chief Medical Officer
Patterson Veterinary
Orthopedic Instructor (Externship)
Co-Owner, Co-Founder
County Animal Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri
Co-Owner, Chief Medical Officer, Associate Veterinarian
2002 - 2006
2000 - 2002
College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University
St. Louis, Missouri
The Ohio State University, St. Louis, Missouri
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Masters of Science in Biology and Cell Physiology
1996 - 2000
Bachelors of Science in Biology
2006 - 2021
​Analysis of Canine Extraocular Myosin Heavy Chain: Velocity and Force of Extraocular Muscle Single Fibers
Master’s Thesis 2006
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Effects of Topical Administration of 0.005% Latanoprost Solution on in Eyes of Clinically Normal Horses. American Journal of Veterinary Research 2001;62: 1945-1951
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Force Generation and Shortening Velocities in Canine Extraocular and Limb Muscle Fibers Comparative Physiology Meeting
San Diego 2002
Stifle Arthroscopy: A minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows a to examine and treat the inside of a dog's knee joint. This procedure can help improve a dog's mobility and reduce pain caused by knee problems.
Hemilaminectomy: A surgical procedure to treat spinal conditions in breeds that are experiencing muscle pain, weakness, urination issues, and occasionally paralysis from severe or recurring spinal compression caused by conditions such as Intervertebral Disc Disease. Common breeds affected by IVDD: Welsh Corgis, English Bulldogs, Dachshunds
Many Types of Fracture Repairs:
Radial Fractures
Ulnar Fractures
Femur Fractures
Salter Harris Fractures
Tibia Avulsion Fractures
Tuberosity Avulsion Fractures
Common Calcaneal Ruptures/Injuries
Sesamoidectomy
(Orthogonal Radiographs reviewed prior to scheduling)
Amputations:
Forelimb amputation
Hindlimb amputation
Digit amputation
Tail amputations