At the Veterinary Heart Institute, we offer a specialized echocardiography service combined with teleconsulting to enhance your practice’s capabilities. Our trained ultrasonographer will visit your clinic to perform routine echocardiograms, which are then evaluated by Dr. Pelosi, our board-certified veterinary cardiologist. This service allows you to provide high-quality cardiac evaluations directly at your practice, offering significant cost savings to your clients while maintaining the high standards of care we are known for.
How do we provide this service?
FAQ about our Echocardiography Teleconsulting
What is Teleconsulting
Teleconsulting, as defined by the AVMA, is a subset of telehealth that enables remote education and consultation through advanced technology. It allows veterinarians with a Veterinary-Client-Patient Relationship (VCPR) to consult with specialists like Dr. Pelosi. This practice complements the comprehensive cardiac assessments, providing expert advice and recommendations based on the echocardiograms conducted at your clinic.
How is Teleconsulting Different from Telemedicine
Telemedicine, another subcategory of telehealth, involves the electronic exchange of medical information to improve a patient’s clinical health status. While telemedicine covers a broader scope of medical information exchange, teleconsulting specifically focuses on specialist consultations, enhancing the care provided to pets with cardiac conditions.
Why Choose Our Teleconsulting Service
The echocardiographic studies performed by our ultrasonographer follow the same principles and standards as those conducted by Dr. Pelosi herself. Although there are inherent limitations to remote echocardiography, the studies are meticulously reviewed by Dr. Pelosi, ensuring high-quality, accurate results at a lower cost. Our quality control, the proximity of our cardiologist, and the standardized procedures set us apart from other local echocardiographic services.
Would you trust someone untrained or located far away with your loved one’s cardiac care? Fortunately, our teleconsulting service provides an expert review and advice right at your doorstep, ensuring the best possible care for your pets.
Schedule an Appointment
To schedule an echocardiography appointment or for more information about our teleconsulting services, please contact us at (561) 670-0249. We are dedicated to providing exceptional cardiac care for your pets.