This platform connects veterinarians with specialists for online consultations on complex cases. By providing access to expert advice and collaborative solutions, the platform aims to improve veterinary care outcomes.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Veterinary professionals often face challenges in accessing specialist expertise for complex cases due to geographical limitations, time constraints, and the high costs associated with traditional referrals. This can lead to delays in diagnosis and treatment, potentially impacting patient outcomes. Pet owners also face challenges interpreting complex reports.
Solution
VetSpoke is a telemedicine platform that connects veterinary professionals and pet parents with boarded veterinary specialists for online consultations and support. The platform offers a range of services, including specialist consultations in various disciplines such as internal medicine, cardiology, dermatology, oncology, and surgery. Veterinary professionals can share case details, including images and lab results, and receive detailed reports with advice on investigations, management, and therapy within 48 hours. VetSpoke also provides a follow-up service, allowing veterinary professionals to ask further questions and receive updated advice from the specialist. Pet parents can use the platform to get assistance interpreting reports and to get second opinions.
Target Audience
VetSpoke primarily targets veterinary professionals seeking specialist support for complex cases and pet parents seeking expert advice and report interpretation.
Features
- Access to EBVS (European Board of Veterinary Specialisation) boarded veterinary specialists across multiple disciplines.
- Ability to upload various file types, including JPEG, PDF, and DICOM files, for comprehensive case review.
- Follow-up service included with each consultation, enabling ongoing communication with the specialist.
- Option for pet parents to get assistance interpreting reports and to get second opinions.
- Academy section with free learning resources and webinars for veterinary professionals and pet parents.
- Webapp accessible from PC, laptop, tablet, or smartphone for convenient access to specialist advice.
- Option for charities to get free consultations and support.