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BRINGING THE VETERINARY SPECIALIST
DIRECTLY TO YOUR PRACTICE

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Anaesthesia – Diagnostic Imaging – Cardiology – Internal Medicine – Feline Medicine – Neurology – Dermatology – Dentistry – Oncology – Ophthalmology – Exotics


VVS is your multi-disciplinary Virtual Referral Service


The VVS digital platform makes it possible to have real-time live interactions with Veterinary Specialists, enabling you to access specialist knowledge and advice for your patients wherever and whenever you need it.

Convenient for your clients. Less stressful for your patients, as they remain in the familiar surroundings of your clinic.

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Working with you to improve your patient outcomes


Improve your knowledge and skills through working up your own cases under the real-time live guidance of our Specialists. From interactive case discussions to real-time live consultations and guided case work-ups.

SERVICES

VVS Mission Statement

Our goal is to support veterinary colleagues to achieve clinical excellence, by bringing world-class,
multidisciplinary specialists into first opinion practices by using and developing ground breaking technology.

We focus on optimal animal welfare, upskilling and empowering veterinary professionals
with a clear aim of encouraging their growth as businesses and individuals.

Practice Excellence

VVS – What We Do


What Vets Say About VVS

The VVS service was introduced to our practice about a year ago as a cardiology
second opinion service but quickly expanded to other disciplines.

For me and all the vets in the practice, this was the very first contact to the much-talked-about telemedicine.

We were pleasantly surprised to find that VVS provided all the necessary kit to start the service
immediately and the support to use the tools has been extremely good from start.

The veterinary specialists are extremely helpful and patient to explain clearly the different
conditions and they always take extra time to improve my knowledge and, in case of the cardiology
service, my ultrasound scanning skills.

Communication is definitely one of the strongest points. The VVS specialists help us achieve a
diagnosis quicker, formulate a treatment plan and pass the information on to the clients in a clear way.

The real benefit for me is being able to follow up a case that otherwise would have been referred
elsewhere with little chance for me to learn the diagnostic process or the treatment; doing so I
can also improve my practical skills under the guidance of a specialist.

Dr. Luca Gaffuri
MRCVS

I highly recommend the Virtual Veterinary Specialists service. My patients, my clients and my team have benefited enormously. My patients and clients have received a specialist opinion, without needing to leave the practice and in a cost-effective manner. As a feline veterinary surgeon, this has been fantastic, as so many cats go without the help they need because owners do not want to travel them. As a veterinary surgeon, it has allowed me to develop my technical skills in ultrasound under the guidance of an understanding and helpful Specialist and given me tailored CPD. As an employer, it has given my team the help and motivation to work up their cases fully with resultant job satisfaction. As a business owner, it has helped keep the financial benefits of case work up within my business. I look forward to utilising the full range of services as they become available. I believe Virtual Veterinary Specialists is the future of veterinary medicine and will play a key role in retaining great vets in general practice in years to come.

Dr. Ellie Marriott BVSc MANZCVS MRCVS
Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Medicine - Feline

The service you provide is excellent and I think well worth the cost to the client.

Dr. Carli Bentley
BVSc GPCert(SAM) MRCVS

The VVS platform has dramatically improved my work up of cardiac cases. I started as a novice in echocardiography. Nuala is a superb teacher and guides you through the echo process with patience and clarity. It’s ideal for patients who would otherwise have to travel to benefit from the expertise of a cardiology specialist. Nuala is very easy to work with and my own knowledge has increased way beyond what I could have gleaned from a referral report. Both my understanding of cardiology and my practical skills in performing the echo have improved through the ongoing discussion during the work ups. This really is an invaluable tool – I can’t recommend it enough!

Dr. Kat Hull
BVetMed MRCVS

Having the VVS service has been invaluable for us as a busy 24-hour hospital. We have been able to keep complex cases inhouse as well as progress as individuals with the more routine cases. I had zero experience of cardiac ultrasonography before having the VVS service and it has given me confidence that I can get a diagnosis! CPD just for working up a case is such a bonus. The patience shown when you first start is amazing and the teaching throughout top-notch! Our clients think it is a very forward-thinking service and love that we can get specialist input (both for initial diagnosis and follow up) but they can continue being cared for by the vets they know and trust.

Dr. Kelly Burrow
BVetMed PGCertSAS MRCVS

VVS has been such a great addition to our practice both for staff and owners. The service has given us the ability and confidence to pursue the diagnosis of conditions in-house, meaning that we as vets have a greater interest in the case, the owner and pet stay in a familiar environment and the practice financially benefits.

I quickly realised this was going to be a win, win, win situation when we trialed the service. There was no pressure but great support and endless patience from the team at VVS.

My staff have really benefited from being able to use this service too – their skill set has grown without feeling like they are stepping into uncharted territory. Whether it is advice on Oncology, live ultrasound guidance or Internal Medicine case reviews, the VVS Consultants have been there with up to date information, years of experience and moral support.

I can’t speak highly enough of all the VVS team.

Dr. Johanna Headley
BVetMed MRCVS

Having worked with VVS for 2 Β½ years now, I could not be more impressed with the service, high-level medical expertise and equipment used. For a first opinion vet with an interest in cardiology, the opportunity to be able to offer specialist-level cardiology workups in-house has been invaluable. The service provides great value for money for the client, as well as the convenience of being able to have their much-loved pets assessed by a specialist without the stress or difficulty of distant referral.

Dr. Oliver Duprey
BVetMed BCs CertAVP MRCVS

Thanks again for all your help, I now have a bonded client for life but more importantly this dog is now free of pain.

Dr Anna Minoli
MRCVS

Using Virtual Veterinary Specialists has been easy, convenient and extremely beneficial.

Our clinic has been using the VVS phone call and written report service for approximately 10 months now and all our vets are thrilled with the service.

In contrast to calling a referral centre, we get a detailed written summary which incorporates case images, lab results and full clinical history. During phone consultations we don’t have to frantically take notes when discussing the case but can relax and engage in the conversation and listen to the playback later. Even better, this counts towards our CPD!

We have been able to share phone call recordings with each other to help with case sharing and our own learning. Whenever we need help we get a quick response and phone consultations are arranged at times which are convenient for us. When we have needed follow up on a case we have been able to speak to the same specialist for continuity.

Everyone we have had contact with at VVS has been considerate and supportive and they have helped us to make decisions about complex cases within the limitations of our clinic, giving us more confidence in our treatment plans.

We are a young progressive team who are eager to learn and we can’t wait to incorporate the live guided work ups into our practice. We thoroughly recommend the Virtual Veterinary Specialists service”.

Town and Country Vets Team, Aberdeen

What Vets Think Of Our Service

Satisfaction Levels
97%

Very Satisfied

Sound Quality
91%

Excellent / Very Good Quality

Video / Image Quality
97%

Very High / High Quality

Patient Care Improvement
90%

A Great Deal

Register for Free to Start Using the VVS Services Today!

GET IN TOUCH

Recent Articles

In Conversation: Internal Medicine Mentorship

A Vizsla with Ventricular Premature Complexes

Thoughts on Omeprazole use.

Internal Medicine: A Problem-Orientated Approach

Benefits To You

Here are a few of the many ways that VVS can benefit you, your practice and your patients.

THE VET

Specialist guidance empowers you to do more for your patients.

THE OWNER

Increased convenience in a familiar setting.

THE PET

Faster diagnosis under one roof.

THE SPECIALIST

Giving more pets access to specialist care.


Features

FEATURE 1
INCREASED SPECIALIST ACCESS


Integrate specialists seamlessly into your practice.

FEATURE 2
GROUNDBREAKING TECH


User-friendly patented technology allows the specialist to see what you see and hear what you hear.

FEATURE 3
WRITTEN REPORTS


All services are followed up with a written report.

FEATURE 1
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES


Personalised continuous professional development with certification on your own cases.

FEATURE 2
TIME EFFICIENT


For the patient, client, vet and specialist.

FEATURE 3
EASY TO ACCESS


Service can be accessed from desktop, laptop, tablet and your mobile.


Our Services

VVS offers a number of ways to access specialist support for your cases effortlessly.
From advice calls to live, guided real-time case investigations.

60 MINS | 30 MINS | 15 MINS

Specialist Real-Time Investigation

  • Retain case investigations in-house
  • Work-up your case with live specialist guidance using VVS Platform
  • Specialists can see what you see and hear what you hear.
  • Reach a diagnosis and discuss treatment plan, together.

1 REPORT

Specialist Online Report

  • Upload or email history and relevant test results
  • Receive full written specialist report for your case
  • Discipline-based

15 MINS

Specialist Advice Call

  • Talk to a specialist in the discipline you need, guaranteed
  • Helps you improve your case management
  • Specialist Advice Call can be attached as a file to your patient record
Did you miss our webinar with Dr Brigite Pedro this week?

Don't worry! You can catch up with the recording on our Youtube. Find the link in our bio. 

We have had amazing feedback from everyone who came on the night, so definitely one to watch!

#vetcpd #vetcardio #veterinarycardiology #vetwebinar #veterinarycpd #vvs #virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #veterinaryreferral #veterinaryspecialist #echocardiography #vetlearning #vetsupport 

www.vvs.vet
Wishing all who celebrate a very happy Burns night. 

If you are enjoying yourself at a ceilidh, making the 'address to the haggis' or enjoying some neeps and tatties followed by clootie dumplings we hope you have a fantastic evening!

#burnsnight #robertburns #rabbieburns #scotland #scottish #scottishvets #vvs 

www.vvs.vet
Cardiology Webinar This Evening! 

Tonight is our first webinar of the year with a FREE evening webinar with VVS cardiology specialist Dr Brigite Pedro. 

Join Brigite at 7.30pm this evening (Tuesday 24th January) as she shares her top tips on basic echocardiography. From how to position yourself comfortably when scanning to common echo views and how to obtain them. 

 πŸ’» What: 'Basic Echocardiography' with Dr Brigite Pedro
 πŸ“… When: Tuesday 24th January
 ⏲️ Time: 7.30pm
 πŸ—ΊοΈ Where: Zoom

Register for free in the link in our bio. 

www.vvs.vet 

#webinar #vetwebinar #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #vetlearning #vetcardio #veterinarycardiology #cpd #vetmed #virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #veterinaryspecialist
Can you explain what mentorship is? 

We caught up with Professor Rob Foale, RCVS and European Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine, and our fantastic VVS Internal Medicine Mentor, to answer that very question and to discuss the Mentorship Programme in more detail. 

Read our latest blog post through the link in our bio to find out what Rob had to say and follow along with the example case study! 

#internalmedicine #smallanimalmedicine #smallanimalinternalmedicine #veterinaryblog #vetcpd #problemorientatedmedicine #veterinarycpd #virtualvet #veterinarymentorship #veterinarylearning #vetlearning #virtualspecialist #veterinaryspecialist
Case Study!

Signalment: 6-year-old, female neutered, Samoyed cross.

Presenting history: 6-day history of progressively worsening diarrhoea, started to vomit 3 days ago and now inappetent. Vaccinations all up to date, over the counter flea treatment monthly, last wormed 6 months ago and no travel history. 

This is a case which was covered in the a recent VVS internal medicine mentorship seminar.

A great example for a problem-orientated approach, as with her everything was not quite as it might have appeared....

Read our recent blog post to find out more about VVS internal medicine mentorship and details on this case! 

Link In Bio

#internalmedicine #smallanimalmedicine #smallanimalinternalmedicine #veterinaryblog #vetcpd #problemorientatedmedicine #veterinarycpd #virtualvet #veterinarymentorship #veterinarylearning #vetlearning #virtualspecialist #veterinaryspecialist
Cardiology Webinar Next Week! 

We are kicking off the year by offering a FREE evening webinar with VVS cardiology specialist Dr Brigite Pedro. 

Join Brigite at 7.30pm on Tuesday 24th January as she shares her top tips on basic echocardiography. From how to position yourself comfortably when scanning to common echo views and how to obtain them. 

 πŸ’» What: 'Basic Echocardiography' with Dr Brigite Pedro
 πŸ“… When: Tuesday 24th January
 ⏲️ Time: 7.30pm
 πŸ—ΊοΈ Where: Zoom

Register for free here through the link in our bio. 

www.vvs.vet 

#webinar #vetwebinar #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #vetlearning #vetcardio #veterinarycardiology #cpd #vetmed #virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #veterinaryspecialist
πŸ”ŽπŸ”¬ Working out the problem πŸ”¬πŸ”

Peggy is a 7-year old neutered female Persian cat who presented with a five day history of progressively worsening inappetence. She also vomited up some white frothy material just before being brought to the clinic, and the owner reports she has become lethargic at home. Her physical examination was largely unremarkable, the only abnormality identified was a mild enlargement of her liver on palpation.

Adopting a problem-orientated approach, Peggy’s problem list is: Inappetence, lethargy, vomiting, hepatomegaly. 

β€œFrom the problem list an initial differential diagnosis list for Peggy can be created, which can be refined based on her clinical findings to make it more manageable. This creates a framework for us to then start a proactive investigation into Peggy’s diagnosis, because we have a refined list of possible diagnoses that we need to try to either rule in or rule out. 

When we are performing a diagnostic test we need to understand why we are doing the test and know what question(s) we are asking with each test.  This is crucial to advancing a diagnosis.” 

Follow along Professor Rob Foale’s problem-orientated approach to Peggy’s case on the blog on our website through the link in our bio. 

Professor Rob Foale now offers internal medicine mentorship for vets, contact info@vvs.vet for more information or visit our website www.vvs.vet/vvs-mentorship/ for more details. 

#internalmedicine #smallanimalmedicine #smallanimalinternalmedicine #veterinaryblog #vetcpd #problemorientatedmedicine #veterinarycpd #virtualvet #veterinarymentorship #veterinarylearning #vetlearning #virtualspecialist #veterinaryspecialist
❣️ Cardiology Webinar! ❣️

Here at VVS we are looking forward to another year of helping vets to access specialist advice and support for their clinical cases in practice.

We are kicking off the year by offering a FREE evening webinar with VVS cardiology specialist Dr Brigite Pedro. 

Join Brigite at 7.30pm on Tuesday 24th January as she shares her top tips on basic echocardiography. From how to position yourself comfortably when scanning to common echo views and how to obtain them. 

 πŸ’» What: 'Basic Echocardiography' with Dr Brigite Pedro
 πŸ“… When: Tuesday 24th January
 ⏲️ Time: 7.30pm
 πŸ—ΊοΈ Where: Zoom
 
Register for free through the link in our bio. 

www.vvs.vet 

#webinar #vetwebinar #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #vetlearning #vetcardio #veterinarycardiology #cpd #vetmed #virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #veterinaryspecialist
A 7 year old male Dobermann, Odin, presents for an annual vaccination and health check. 

He’s up to date on relevant vaccinations, receives a reputable worming and flea treatment, and he is on a good quality commercial diet. His owners have no concerns – as far as they’re aware, he is perfectly healthy.

Based on his signalment, what cardiac condition do you feel he might be at particular risk of....?

Find out in our blog post- link in our bio. 

#clinicalconundrum #veterinaryblog #veterinaryblogpost #cardiology #veterinarycardiology #doberman #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #vetblog #virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #veterinaryreferral vvs

www.vvs.vet
What would I gain from Internal Medicine mentorship.....?

VVS now offers an internal medicine mentorship programme, this provides personalised mentorship with Professor Rob Foale, RCVS and European Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine.

You set the agenda for your 1-2-1 sessions, so you can tailor your own learning and development through this unique specialist mentorship programme. 

If you are interested in mentorship with Professor Rob Foale get in touch with the VVS Team on info@vvs.vet for more information or register your interest through the link in our bio. 

#veterinarymentorship #veterinarysupport #vetmentor #vetsupport #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #internalmedicine #virtualvet #virtualspecialists #vetspecialist #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #virtualreferral #vvs #veterinaryreferral #veterinaryspecialist

www.vvs.vet
πŸ—―οΈ Think piece: Why I am concerned about Omeprazole use! πŸ—―οΈ 

'Although the use of omeprazole may not have the public health issues that the use of say, antimicrobials currently has, as has also been well documented in human medicine, there is increasing evidence that omeprazole has become a markedly overused and unnecessarily prescribed medication in veterinary practice.' 

Why does Professor Rob Foale, VVS internal medicine specialist say this? 

Read our blog post to find out! Link in our Bio. 

#vetblog #veterinaryblog #vetmed #internalmedicine #veterinarymedicine #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #veterinaryspecialist
❣️ Cardiology Webinar! ❣️

Here at VVS we are looking forward to another year of helping vets to access specialist advice and support for their clinical cases in practice.

We are kicking off the year by offering a FREE evening webinar with VVS cardiology specialist Dr Brigite Pedro. 

Join Brigite at 7.30pm on Tuesday 24th January as she shares her top tips on basic echocardiography. From how to position yourself comfortably when scanning to common echo views and how to obtain them. 

 πŸ’» What: 'Basic Echocardiography' with Dr Brigite Pedro
 πŸ“… When: Tuesday 24th January
 ⏲️ Time: 7.30pm
 πŸ—ΊοΈ Where: Zoom
 
Register for free here: https://buff.ly/3vGlOG8 

https://buff.ly/3B9TKMU

#webinar #vetwebinar #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #vetlearning #vetcardio #veterinarycardiology #cpd #vetmed #virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #veterinaryspecialist
"Scanning with VVS is definitely my favourite part of my job!"

Kicking off 2023 with this lovely #testemonialtuesday from Georgina.

Would you like to find out more? Get in touch by visiting www.vvs.vet or email the VVS team at info@vvs.vet. 

#virtualvet #virtualcardiology #veterinarycardiology #vvs #veterinaryreferral #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #vetcardio #veterinarycardiology #testimonial #veterinaryspecialist #vetmed #vetcpd #vetsupport
Hello 2023!

Are you looking for a new approach to referral-level care?

Would you like to offer more for your patients in your own clinic?

Join the referral revolution in 2023 with VVS.

Get in touch to start your clinical journey today. 

www.vvs.vet

#happynewyear #virtualvet #virtualspecialist #virtualreferral #virtualvet #teamvet #veterinary #veterinarysurgeon #veterinarymedicine
πŸŽ† HAPPY NEW YEAR! πŸŽ†

To our partner practices and friends thank you for all your support in 2022, and we look forward to working with you further in 2023.

With all the best wishes for the New Year!

The VVS Team.

#virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #vvs #happynewyear

www.vvs.vet
Thinking about setting new goals for the new year? 🌟

How about tailored CPD with a difference in 2023? πŸ“š 

VVS now offers an internal medicine mentorship programme, this provides personalised mentorship with Professor Rob Foale, RCVS and European Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine. 

On the mentorship programme you have 1-2-1 sessions with Rob each month, with access to a monthly seminar and a private Facebook community. You set the agenda for your 1-2-1 sessions, so you can tailor your own learning and development through this unique specialist mentorship programme. 

If you are interested in mentorship with Professor Rob Foale get in touch with the VVS Team on info@vvs.vet for more information or register your interest using the link in our bio. 

#mentorship #support #personaldevelopment #internalmedicinementorship #internalmedicine #virtualveterinaryspecialists #VVS #virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #veterinaryspecialist 

www.vvs.vet
A reminder for anyone working today that Virtual Veterinary Specialists remains available to support you during this festive period. πŸŽ„

We are providing cardiology availability on bank holiday Monday 26th December, Tuesday 27th December and Monday 2nd January with specialist support for your urgent and emergency cases. πŸŽ…πŸ»

Please do get in touch via WhatsApp, email (info@vvs.vet) or phone (0207 043 2283) should you require support. πŸ“±

With warmest wishes.

The VVS Team 🎁

www.vvs.vet
On behalf of the whole team at Virtual Veterinary Specialists, we would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas!

www.vvs.vet 

#merrychristmas #seasonsgreetings #happynewyear #instavet #vetmed
Wishing you a very happy holidays and a great New Year! πŸŽ„

Virtual Veterinary Specialists remains available to support you during this festive period. We will be providing cardiology availability on bank holiday Monday 26th December, Tuesday 27th December and Monday 2nd January with specialist support for your urgent and emergency cases. Please do get in touch on those days should you require assistance. πŸŽ…πŸ»

We also remain available for advice calls and written reports across all of our disciplines between Christmas and New Year on 28th, 29th and 30th December:
β€’	Cardiology
β€’	Anaesthesia
β€’	Internal Medicine
β€’	Oncology
β€’	Neurology
β€’	Dermatology
β€’	Ophthalmology
β€’	Exotics
β€’	Radiology reports 
 
Please do get in touch via WhatsApp, email (info@vvs.vet) or phone (0207 043 2283) on those days should you require support. πŸ“±

With warmest wishes.

The VVS Team 🎁

www.vvs.vet

#virtualvet #virtualreferral #specialistsupport #veterinaryspecialist #veterinaryreferral #christmasavailability #merrychristmas #vvs #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #vetmed
As a virtual company it can be difficult to get together and celebrate our fantastic team, but that doesn't stop us! 

We held our annual 'Virtual Christmas Party' last night! Specialists and colleagues connected in true VVS style - virtually - to have a giggle, share in some festive fun, and exercise their incredible brains in our challenging festive quiz! πŸŽ„

Congratulations to the 'Snow losers here' ⛄️ for their outstanding win, and a huge Merry Christmas to all of our team! 

buff.ly/3A1sLos
We are getting into the festive spirit her at VVS and so are our pets! πŸŽ…πŸ»

Handsome Sirius and gorgeous Roo looking wonderful in front of their Christmas tree.

If you are working this holiday period...VVS are here for you! πŸŽ„

We will be providing cardiology support on the bank holidays 26th and 27th December and 2nd January for your urgent and emergency cases. 

Our full cardiology service runs between Christmas and New Year on 28th, 29th and 30th December. ✨

We also remain available with support from our other disciplines during this time (Anaesthesia, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Neurology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology and Exotics) so please do get in touch if you would like any specialist support for your clinical cases over Christmas and New Year.

www.vvs.vet

#virtualvet #virtualspecialist #virtualsupport #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #specialistguidance #veterinaryreferral #virtualreferral #christmas #christmascover
What disciplines can you support me with? πŸ€”

We can support you with your clinical cases in 11 specialist veterinary disciplines...

β€’	Cardiology ❀️
β€’	Anaesthesia πŸ’‰
β€’	Internal Medicine πŸ“‹
β€’	Feline Medicine 🐱
β€’	Oncology πŸ’Š
β€’	Diagnostic Imaging πŸ’»
β€’	Neurology 🧠 
β€’	Dermatology 🐩 
β€’	Ophthalmology πŸ‘οΈ
β€’	Exotics 🦎
β€’	Dentistry 🦷 

To arrange specialist support for your clinical case with one of our friendly, experienced specialists email info@vvs.vet to arrange or complete our referral form on our website. Support is available as a specialist advice call or as a written report depending on your preference. 

www.vvs.vet/refer-a-case/ 

#virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #vvs #veterinarysepcialist #veterinarysupport #veterinarycare #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #clinicalsupport
Do you want to expand your knowledge and grow in confidence in internal medicine? Do you want dedicated time to discuss internal medicine topics with a specialist? How does personalised mentorship sound to you?

If you would like to find out more about mentorship with Professor Rob Foale (RCVS and European Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine) you can register your interest online at the link in our bio.

#mentorship #support #development #internalmedicinementorship #internalmedicine #CPD #virtualveterinaryspecialists #VVS
Is travel preventing your patient from getting to see a specialist?

Would you like specialist support for your patient without the need for them to leave the practice?

VVS can help!

Our specialist advice calls empower you to manage cases in-house, confident that have specialist support every step of the way. 

Our advice calls are available across 10 different specialist disciplines: Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Neurology, Anaesthesia, Dentistry and Exotics. 

Submit the case history here: www.vvs.vet/refer-a-case/ and we will be in touch to organise a call at a time convenient to you. Alternatively email info@vvs.vet for more information. 

#workingtogether #veterinarycare #veterinarymedicine #virtualvet #virtualspecialist #virtualreferral #veterinarycare #vvs #veterinaryspecialist #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #teamvet
What is your diagnosis?

a.	Sinus rhythm
b.	Atrial fibrillation
c.	Supraventricular tachycardia
d.	Ventricular tachycardia

Would you like more support with interpreting your ECGs? 

Would you like help with a suitable treatment plan for your cases of arrhythmia?

Our experienced and friendly specialist cardiology team can support your with all aspects of diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management.

Get in touch by emailing info@vvs.vet or visit www.vvs.vet for more information. 

The correct answer is.....

b.	Atrial fibrillation 

Atrial fibrillation is usually characterised by a fast heart rate, irregular rhythm and absence of P waves. In this ECG, the HR is 170 bpm, the R-R intervals are extremely variable and there are no obvious P waves – this is consistent with atrial fibrillation.
 
#veterinarycardiology #vetcardio #vetcpd #clinicalconundrum #veterinarycpd #virtualvet #vvs #vetsupport #virtualsupport #virtualspecialist #veterinaryspecialist #veterinaryreferral #virtualreferral
🎬 WATCH HERE 🎬

Watch a VVS live-guided specialist cardiology work-up with Dr JoΓ£o Neves and one of the fantastic vets at a VVS partner practice.

For more information on this service visit www.vvs.vet or email info@vvs.vet

Find the link in our bio. 

#virtualvet #virtualspecialist #virtualreferral #vvs #veterinaryspecialist #veterinarysupport #vetcpd #virtualspecialist #veterinarycardiology #vetmed
πŸ— Are we starving our patients for too long before anaesthesia? πŸ–

How do you talk to your clients about pre-anaesthetic starvation in your patients?

 β€œDon’t give him any breakfast”
 β€œStarve from 10pm the night before”
 β€œDon’t give her anything to eat after midnight”

This often leads to very prolonged starvation times, especially if owners give the animal their evening meal at the usual time and then nothing but water afterwards. For a patient fed their supper at 6pm, that has an anaesthetic at 11am the next morning, they have been starved for 17 hours!

The consensus is that the likelihood of regurgitation is greater with starvation times of 12-18 hours, than it is with shorter starvation times of 2-4 hours. In people, it was found extending the duration of preoperative fasting was associated with increased gastric acidity and an increased occurrence of reflux. 

Current American Animal Hospital Association guidelines are for a fasting period of just 4-6 hours in healthy adult patients with no water withhold. Animals less than 2kg in weight or less than 8weeks of age should be fasted for 1-2 hours only. The only patients that should have a more prolonged starvation are those at risk of regurgitation e.g. those with delayed gastric emptying. 

The way we communicate with our owners should also change; try talking about a β€œgive a final small meal” time rather than a β€œstarve from” time.

Get in touch to book a virtual appointment with Dr Nicki Grint, our European RCVS recognised specialist in veterinary anaesthesia, to revise your anaesthesia protocols. 

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πŸ™Œ Join the referral revolution! πŸ™Œ

VVS helps to empower and support vets to approach every case with confidence, and revolutionise your thinking around referral-level care. Keep your patients in your practice, and sleep easy, safe in the knowledge that you have a team of expert specialists on your side! 

#vvs #virtualvet #virtualsupport #testimonial #veterinarycare #veterinarysupport #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #virtualspecialist #veterinaryspecialist #virtualreferral #veterinaryreferral 

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Do you want to expand your knowledge and grow in confidence in internal medicine? Do you want dedicated time to discuss internal medicine topics with a specialist? How does personalised mentorship sound to you?

If you would like to find out more about this exciting new CPD offering, you can register your interest online through the link in our bio! 

#mentorship #support #development #internalmedicinementorship #internalmedicine #CPD #virtualveterinaryspecialists #VVS
As you may be aware, Dobermanns have an unusually high risk of developing dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). 

In fact, in Europe the prevalence is approximately 50%!

Read our blog post to find out how to identify subtle signs of preclinical DCM and what investigations are recommended for any Dobermann over the age of 3. 

Find the link in our bio. 

#veterinaryblog #veterinaryblogpost #cardiology #veterinarycardiology #dobermann #vetmed #veterinarymedicine #newblog #virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialist #veterinaryreferral #clinicalconundrum
96% of vets asked were 'Very Satisfied' with the VVS clinical support! 

Do you want to approach every case with confidence in 2023?

Get in touch with the VVS team to get the clinical support you have been looking for. 

Visit www.vvs.vet or email info@vvs.vet to get in touch.

#virtualvet #jointhereferralrevolution #virtualsupport #clinicalsupport #virtualspecialist #vetcpd #veterinarycpd #veterinaryspecialist
A BIG THANK YOU to everyone who entered our competition at London Vet Show this year!

We have made a donation of Β£5 to @streetvetuk_ for every person who entered our competition over London Vet Show last week. 

We proudly support StreetVet and the amazing work their volunteers do for people experiencing homelessness and their pets. 

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πŸ‘‹ Meet the VVS Specialists! πŸ‘‹

We are lucky to work with a fantastic team of specialists, and they just love working with you too!

Have a watch of the video in our bio to find out why they work for VVS and what it means to them.

Why not get in touch if you would like their support with your next clinical case. Email info@vvs.vet or visit buff.ly/3A1sLos for more information. 

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#meettheteam #vvs #virtualvet #virtualreferral #virtualspecialists #veterinaryspecialist
Wow! What a brilliant two days at #londonvetshow. 

It went by like a flash, and we had a ball saying hello to you all. Thanks for dropping by. 

See you again next year! 

The VVS Team 

#lvs22 #jointhereferralrevolution #londonvetshow22 #vetshows #cpd #lvs #veterinary #virtualvet #vvs
Day One @vetshows London Vet Show. 

We can’t wait to speak with you at stand H13 today and tomorrow! 

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⏲️ 2 DAYS TO GO!! ⏲️

We are all so excited to say hello in person and to catch up with our veterinary colleagues at London Vet Show again this year. πŸ‘‹

Find us at stand H13, where we will be happy to answer all of your questions. πŸ™‹

We can't wait to show you how you can approach every case with confidence! πŸ‘Œ

We are also holding a competition offering you the chance to win a bottle of champagne and an Eko Digital Stethoscope worth over Β£300! To enter scan the QR code on your VVS β€œJoin the referral revolution" flag found in your delegate bag or ask the team how to enter. 🍾

For every entry into the competition during LVS, we will make a donation to @Streetvetuk_ supporting the amazing work their volunteers do for people experiencing homelessness and their pets. πŸ•

See you all soon!

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Helping you to become the clinician you want to be! 

Our exciting new internal medicine mentorship programme provides tailored support and personal guidance for you to achieve your own internal medicine career aspirations.

https://london.vetshow.com/press-releases 

Visit us on stand H13 on the afternoon of Thursday 17th November to meet with programme mentor, Professor Rob Foale.

If you would like to find out more about this exciting new CPD offering, you can register your interest online through the link in our bio. 

Or book in for a face-to-face chat with the team at LVS here: https://VirtualVeterinarySpecialists.as.me/ 

#mentorship #support #development #internalmedicinementorship #internalmedicine #CPD #virtualveterinaryspecialists #VVS
πŸ“ Catch up on last weeks webinar πŸ“

For an update on avian influenza and considerations for backyard poultry in your clinic watch this informative webinar by VVS exotics Specialist Dr Daniel Calvo Carrasco! 

Link In Bio

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Professor Rob Foale will be joining us at London Vet Show at stand H13 on Thursday afternoon. πŸŽ‰

Our NEW internal medicine mentorship programme is for vets who want to develop their internal medicine knowledge and challenge themselves further. 

Rob will be happy to answer all your questions about the VVS internal medicine mentorship service. βœ”οΈ

If you want to expand your knowledge and grow in confidence in internal medicine then please do visit the stand on Thursday to find out more. 

Interested but not coming to LVS? Get in touch through the link in our bio. 

#mentorship #support #development #internalmedicinementorship #internalmedicine #CPD #virtualveterinaryspecialists #VVS
Do you want to approach every case with confidence?

Would you like hands-on practical learning opportunities whilst working up your own cases?

Would you like a friendly team of specialists available for clinical support?

To find out more about VVS, and how you can join the referral revolution come and visit us at Stand H13 at London Vet Show.

https://london.vetshow.com/press-release/join-referral-revolution-21fp 

Or email info@vvs.vet to speak to the team.

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