Karl C. Maritato

About the Author

Karl C. Maritato, DVM, MS, DACVS, is a distinguished veterinary surgeon and educator with over two decades of experience in small animal orthopedics. He currently serves as an associate professor at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, where he specializes in advanced surgical techniques for fracture repair and joint reconstruction. Dr. Maritato's clinical expertise has earned him recognition for innovative approaches to veterinary trauma care, and he frequently lectures at national conferences on the application of locking plate technology in orthopedic procedures. As a co-author of the seminal text 'Locking Plates in Veterinary Orthopedics (AVS Advances in Veterinary Surgery),' he has made significant contributions to the field, bridging cutting-edge research with practical surgical protocols to improve outcomes for veterinary patients worldwide.