Real-time ultrasound is well-suited to early detection of feline IBD and assessment for pancreatitis. For pet owners interested in an accurate abdominal ultrasound but with limited financial resources, real-time ultrasound can help in assessing the bowel and pancreas. While both IBD and GI lymphoma can have bowel wall thickening (muscularis), GI […]

      Vetology’s radiograph review and ultrasound screening can be used to detect disease early.  For veterinarians just starting to offer geriatric screening packages or for those veterinarians staying ahead of the preventive medicine curve, Vetology offers a feature called Notes read which is a great way to add a radiologist review for preventive […]

      California RVTs must comply with new 2013 regulations imposed by the Veterinary Medical Board (VMB). As of July, 2013, VMB will require that all RVTs renewing their license for the second time or more demonstrate completion of 20 hours of CE credits within the two years prior to renewal. The law states […]

      Stay tuned for VICSD’s launch of its new online CE Veterinary I-131 course, the first of its kind in the nation. This one-hour comprehensive lecture by Dr. Seth Wallack will discuss feline hyperthyroidism, making a diagnosis, diagnostic imaging, treatment options, pretreatment imaging, and post-treatment expectations. Dr. Wallack will also address thyroid disease […]

    VICSD Teleradiology Group VICSD Teleradiology Group realizes the vision of having a board-certified veterinary radiologist working in every veterinary practice. VICSD Teleradiolgy Group delivers cost- effective expert interpretation and radiograph review to practices everywhere. Their expertise in interpretation and image delivery ensures that clients are receiving the highest level of diagnostic imaging services. […]

      There are many indications for ordering imaging for pets. Here are the top ten indications: baseline ultrasound for geriatric canines and felines; determine intestinal disorders (vomiting and diarrhea); abdominal masses; urinary bladder disease; heart disease; vascular abnormalities; abnormal blood work; infections; unexplained weight loss; pre-surgical VICSD is the only outpatient imaging facility […]

      Vets don’t communicate the importance of preventive care. From the data it is clear that veterinarians have not been communicating to pet owners the importance of regular office visits as a way to prevent, diagnose, and treat disease early. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) […]

      On Wednesday, January 9, Dr. Holly McCort will lead an enlightening rounds discussion for veterinarians on Radiographic Interpretation of Canine and Feline Heart Disease. If you attended Dr. McCort’s November rounds discussion, you will want to attend on January 9 as the discussion continues with new slides and the inclusion of feline heart disease. […]

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      An Assistant to Hold the Squirming Patient A First in San Diego VICSD is the only mobile ultrasound provider that sends an assistant to help the sonographer position and calm your patient. This new service demonstrates our commitment to patient care and expert diagnostics, and is included in the price.