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Computer automation in veterinary hospitals

H Rogers1

  • 1Snohomish Veterinary Hospital, WA 98290, USA.

Seminars in Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (Small Animal)
|May 1, 1996
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Computers automate veterinary hospital tasks, evolving from expensive early systems to modern, capable, yet underused software. This review details programs used in mixed-species practices, highlighting automation opportunities.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Informatics
  • Computer Science Applications in Medicine

Background:

  • Computers have automated veterinary tasks since the 1960s.
  • Early systems were costly but essential for complex jobs.
  • Modern veterinary software is more affordable and capable but often underutilized.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe commercial and custom software used in veterinary practices.
  • To highlight automation opportunities in modern veterinary medicine.

Main Methods:

  • Review of computer systems in veterinary hospitals.
  • Description of programs in a multidoctor, mixed-species practice.

Main Results:

  • Veterinary computer systems have advanced significantly in capability and cost-effectiveness.

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  • Opportunities for automation exist within modern operating systems and graphical interfaces.
  • Specific examples of commercial and custom programs are detailed.

    • Conclusions:

    • Modern veterinary practices can leverage advanced software for greater efficiency.
    • Underutilization of current technology represents a missed opportunity for practice improvement.
    • Automation through specialized software is key to optimizing veterinary workflows.