Innovation in technology has not only improved the quality of human health, but has also contributed to the improvement of animal health. However, it can be difficult to keep up with all the future technology in veterinary medicine field. To help you catch up on all the news, we are highlighting the top 5 innovations to look out for in 2022.
5 innovations in future technology in veterinary medicine:
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Wearable Medical Devices
One of the best improvements in yhe future technology in veterinary medicineis are the creation of wearable medical devices. These can be collars or harnesses that animals can wear during hours or days to collect data, via wireless technology. This way, it is not necessary for a veterinarian to obtain the data manually and it allows the professional to obtain more qualified data (during the sleeping time of the animal, for example) to produce a more reliable diagnosis.
One of the most advanced wearables is Dinbeat UNO, a harness which can monitor up to 7 essential parameters, enable alarms, and perform follow-up with a mobile device. It is a great option to optimise the time of the professional and to improve the wellness of the patient especially during surgery or post-operation.
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3D Printing
Another improvement in the veterinary sector is the use of 3D printing with surgical applications. In the past, it was quite common to use standard plates to fix a broken bone. However, with the current technology, it is possible to create a personalised plate for each patient at a reasonable price. 3D printing also helped animals who have difficulties because of a missing limb or appendage. For example, to fix broken bird beaks, rebuild the limb of a dog or reinforce a parrot’s wing.
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Telemedicine
The use of telemedicine increased a great deal during the pandemic. Since 2020, it is more common to have telemedicine consultations, even in the veterinary industry. In the case of a follow-up consultation, it might be easier and more convenient for both the pet’s owner and the veterinarian to have an online appointment.
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Big Data
Big data will provide great improvements in veterinary medicine. With the help of artificial intelligence, it will be possible to compare high quantities of data in order to find patterns and obtain accurate conclusions.
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Improvement in Collaboration
The use of new instruments in local clinics will improve mHealth (the use of mobile devices for medical purposes). It will not only reduce the time it takes for a veterinarian to obtain results, but it will also help them collaborate with other specialists, thanks to the automatic digitisation of documents.
More improvements in future technology in veterinary medicine
Technology also plays a role in other areas of a veterinary clinic. It can help vets manage a large amount of information, promote their business, and make administrative tasks easier and more manageable. There are a lot of future technology in veterinary medicine that can help you improve your day to day business tasks.
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