Technology

Technology

Technology

Content to help veterinary practices keep up with the rapid development of products and services.

Artificial intelligence: the fact and the fiction

The world is witnessing the dawn of the AI age and excitement is at its peak as to just how much the technology will change the existing paradigms. In this article, Oli Viner explains how these systems work and discusses how they might impact on society and the veterinary profession…

37 mins
Improving veterinary work with CT and preparing implementation

Julia Brüner DVM and Oliver Gehrig DVM discuss considerations to be taken when deciding if a CT scanner is a wise investment for a veterinary practice.

15 mins
Digital developments and transformative technology

The basic science of veterinary care may evolve relatively slowly, but the technology underpinning its delivery continues to advance at a relentless pace. Oli Viner looks at some of the latest developments and how they can enhance practice performance…

30 mins
Sustainable transport: are ‘friends’ electric?

It’s perfectly clear the direction of travel in automotive is towards zero-emission vehicles and, for the present, that means buying electric. But buying an electric vehicle doesn’t just help reduce carbon emissions, it also provides significant tax advantages to those making the switch…

25 mins
Standing out from the crowd: how to dazzle on the digital stage

Many more people are “going digital” in all aspects of their lives – especially when it comes to looking after treasured pets. So it pays to know how to use the latest digital tools to ensure your practice stands out in an increasingly crowded market…

Leveraging diagnostic technology to boost practice productivity

New technology has delivered massive change in the area of veterinary diagnostics – especially during the past two years.Seth Wallack and Eric Goldman discuss how to harness these developments to drive practice productivity in an increasingly challenging economic environment…

21 mins
Advanced diagnostic imaging: what you really need to know

While MRI and CT have long been seen as the preserve of referral centres, a growing number of first opinion businesses have begun investing in these advanced imaging modalities. Big benefits exist for practices going down this route, but also significant risks for those making such as big investment without taking a close look at all the finer details…

26 mins
The future of farming – how vet-tech is transforming the sector

Despite traditionalist outlooks and layers of – sometimes contradictory – regulation, farmers and vets are working together to protect production animal health better than ever before. To give you some examples of how, innovation specialist Greg Dickens takes a look at how technology will transform life on the farm in five years’ time…

26 mins
Small, but mighty: why microchipping remains a key bonding tool

The benefits of microchipping are well understood within the veterinary profession and by the majority of pet owners, too. But with legislative change on the way and new services likely to expand the potential of the technology, it’s always worth keeping up with the latest developments…

20 mins
Telemedicine: breaking through the pain barrier

Remote and digital veterinary services are nothing new – vets have been calling clients for years – but the method of utilisation is now on a path charged by nitroglycerine and shows no sign of abating. To some, it’s a huge threat to how vets deliver care, but to others it offers a chance to regain control and keep the veterinary profession central in a customer journey…

25 mins
Big 6: transformational technology

For the first in the Big 6 podcast series, our all-star panel kicks off with a discussion on the impact of technology on the veterinary profession – specifically telemedicine and digital connection, practice management systems, and wearables and other advances.

6 mins
Advances in diagnostics, imaging and telemedicine

Vetology founder and chief executive Seth Wallack, and Vetology AI president Eric Goldman discuss developments to concentrate on in companion animal practice, in line with the findings of research into the perceptions and priorities of pet owners.

32 mins
Time for sector to come together to make digital transformation work

Richard Sibbit, managing director of animal health at Proagrica, discusses the acceleration of digital services in the industry and ways to ensure everyone receives the necessary customer experience…

The real vet futures: time to talk technology

Technology has played an increasingly important role across the veterinary sector during the past 18 months of the coronavirus pandemic. But as Greg Dickens discusses, what does the future bring and how might technological advances change the way you work in the future…?

17 mins
Don’t get held to ransom: how to stop cyberattacks

Cyberattacks are nothing new. However, now the intrusions are far more dangerous – and the veterinary world has proved to be far from immune from this insidious and potentially costly threat…

23 mins
Diagnostic imaging equipment – what you need and when

Headline figures for investing in diagnostic imaging equipment can appear high at first glance – especially when other costs like installation and staff training are considered. The reality, though, is that it remains one of the best investments you can make in your practice…

19 mins
Telemedicine is here to stay, not gone tomorrow

For many veterinary practices, telemedicine was the lifeline that helped them survive the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crisis prompted unprecedented take-up of remote technology across the sector and according to one of the leading players, it’s here to stay…

24 mins
Use of video consultations in lameness consults

Ross Allan and Stuart Carmichael explore techniques their vet practice has developed for using telemedicine in the small animal sector to assess lameness in small animal patients.

50 mins
Surgical advancement: be ready for the next five years

In a three-part series, vets and tech consultants Guen Bradbury and Greg Dickens have been exploring communications, smart diagnostics and smart surgery. In their final article, they estimate the profession’s surgical needs in the next five years and explain how all of us can learn to select the right tools for our practice…

30 mins
Veterinary telemedicine: benefits, pitfalls and options for practices

Maddy Cousins – a mature vet student at the RVC and co-founder of VetConsult, an online booking and payment platform for vets – discusses this evolving area in the veterinary sphere.

24 mins