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In this episode, we speak with Board-Certified Veterinary Oncologist Dr. Christopher Pinard of ANI.ML Health about the evolving role of artificial intelligence in veterinary medicine. Dr. Pinard discusses his path into oncology, the mission of ANI.ML Health as a nonprofit AI research organization, and how advances in computer vision and language modeling are shaping the future of veterinary care. The conversation explores opportunities and challenges in AI adoption, its potential impact on diagnostics and patient outcomes, and the important role veterinarians will play in guiding the responsible development and deployment of these technologies. 

In this episode,Talisha Moore, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) and James A. Killeffer, MD, human neurosurgeon, discuss their collaboration on a groundbreaking case at Zoo Knoxville, the first documented spinal surgery of its kind performed on a chimpanzee. When Lu, a beloved chimpanzee, began showing signs of weakness in his hind legs, an MRI revealed a spinal tumor compressing his spinal cord. Recognizing the unique anatomical and physiological similarities between chimps and humans, Dr. Moore partnered with Dr. Killeffer to combine their expertise in veterinary and human neurology to perform this historic procedure. 

In this episode, we’re diving into the vital role of veterinary cardiologists in diagnosing and treating heart disease in pets. From early detection to advanced treatment options, our expert guests will discuss how specialized cardiac care can improve and extend the lives of animals. 

In this episode of Beyond the Clinic, powered by VetSpecialists, we dive into ACVIM's six different veterinary specialties . From cardiology to small animal internal medicine, we cover the key areas where specialized knowledge makes a difference. Discover when and why a referral to a Board-certified veterinary specialist might be essential for your pet's health. 

In this episode of Beyond the Clinic, powered by VetSpecialists, we take an in-depth look at the various credentials held by veterinary professionals to help you better understand the expertise they bring to your pet’s care. We’ll break down the meaning behind acronyms like VTS, DVM, and DACVIM, explaining what each set of initials represents in terms of specialized knowledge and advanced training. Whether you’re curious about the qualifications of your primary veterinarian or just want to gain insight into the world of veterinary medicine, this episode will provide you with valuable information on what these credentials mean and how they reflect the skill of the veterinary professionals caring for your pets. 

In this episode we dive into what a veterinary specialist is, what you need to know before your visit, and how they collaborate with your primary care vet to create the best treatment plan for your pet. 

In this episode of Beyond the Clinic we sit down with Baye Williamson, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology), Dr. Jacob Brown, physical rehabilitation veterinarian, and Kristyn Fujimoto, their client, to discuss how collaboration between a primary care veterinarian and a specialist prolonged and improved the life of her geriatric dog.