The threat of the Coronavirus has forced every industry to think of alternate ways of working. With an increasing number of countries opting for strict social distancing regulations and lockdowns, it is natural that operations are impacted.
Veterinary clinics are no exception; while there are no reports of COVID-19 impacting animals, it can be deadly for pet owners.
Gathering in hospitals in huge numbers isn’t recommended, and it’s vital to maintain a safe distance in other public spaces, including a veterinary clinic. If veterinary practices choose to resume operations, they’re putting the health of their clients at risk.
Veterinary clinics are an essential service, though, so what is the solution? As it turns out, there are other ways of conducting preliminary tests to diagnose a pet. Telemedicine is the solution that all veterinary clinics need.
What Is Telemedicine?
Telemedicine refers to a medical practice that involves providing healthcare services to a patient remotely. This means that providers and patients interact in a virtual setting and can’t be in the same space physically.
Incorporating telemedicine services in your veterinarian services is highly relevant during the COVID-19 health crisis.
Instant Care For The Pets
If your client has a stable internet connection, regular vet appointments won’t be impacted. They can call in and schedule an appointment with their designated veterinarian as usual.
They can then log in to the veterinary management software and talk to the vet about their pet’s progress, any health conditions, and acquire a prescription if needed.
Helps Flatten The Curve
We need to play our part in flattening the curve. By incorporating telemedicine services in your veterinary services, you not only protect yourself from the virus, but also protect your clients.
At a time like this, you should only operate in your clinic when there’s an unavoidable operation. You also need to ensure that any person who’s coming in on that day is following safety protocols. Also, make sure to be at a safe distance at all times.
You need to ensure that there is no transmission of the virus from one person to another while you’re operating. In other circumstances, if seeing the pet in person can be avoided, you should opt for telemedicine services.
If you’re looking for telemedicine services, the experts at Animal Intelligence Software Inc. offer it as part of our veterinary practice software—AIGenesis. You can get in touch with us or visit our website to learn more about our veterinary management system