Licensed veterinary telemedicine for Maryland pet owners. Connect with Dr. Michelle Lapera from anywhere in MD — Baltimore, Bethesda, Silver Spring, and beyond. Same-day appointments for triage, second opinions, and guidance on what your pet actually needs.
From the neighborhoods of Baltimore to the suburbs of Montgomery County, pet parents across the Old Line State trust wuuf! for convenient, quality vet care.
Dr. Lapera holds a full Maryland veterinary license. Maryland requires an in-person exam to establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship, so Maryland visits cover assessment, triage and guidance rather than prescribing.
No more stressful drives on I-495, I-95, or Route 270. Get expert vet care from home while your pet stays calm and comfortable.
Find out whether this needs a clinic visit, how urgent it is, and exactly what to ask when you get there — before you spend the time and money on one.
Whether you're in a major city or a rural area, if you have internet access, you can connect with Dr. Lapera for expert veterinary care.
...and all other cities and counties throughout the State of Maryland
Maryland requires a veterinarian to establish the veterinarian-client-patient relationship through an in-person physical exam before prescribing. Telemedicine alone cannot establish it. Once that relationship exists, telehealth is an appropriate way to deliver follow-up care.
In-Person Exam Required for VCPR
No Prescribing From a Video Visit
Consults, Triage & Second Opinions
If you are in Virginia, Florida, New Jersey, or Washington DC, the rules are different and prescribing over video is available.
Source: Maryland State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners, Updated Guidance for Maryland Veterinarians (Apr. 1, 2020) · COMAR 15.14 — Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. Last reviewed 2026-08-24. State rules change — if you believe this is out of date, tell us.
This is a plain-English summary of how we understand Maryland's veterinary telemedicine rules as they apply to our own practice, based on the sources linked above. It is general information, not legal advice, and it may not reflect the most recent changes. For guidance on your own situation, consult the Maryland veterinary board or an attorney.
Dr. Michelle Lapera has over 12 years of veterinary medicine experience. She received her VMD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine and specializes in preventative medicine, emergency care, and dentistry.
Understanding the busy lifestyles of Maryland pet parents — Dr. Lapera founded wuuf! to bring quality vet care directly to you, whether you're in downtown Baltimore or the suburbs of Montgomery County.
Common questions from Maryland pet owners about online veterinary care
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