Posts by VVCA ADMIN
Expanding Animal Health: The Broad Landscape of Virtual Veterinary Care
When we talk about virtual veterinary care there can be tendency to focus on veterinarian to pet owner telemedicine. However, we can look at the field of virtual care with a much wider lens, impacting epidemiology, livestock management and wildlife conservation. Virtual veterinary care can be considered as the provision of animal health management advice…
Read MoreEmbracing the Future of Veterinary Care: Virtual Care
In today’s fast-paced world, the landscape of veterinary care is evolving, and virtual care is at the forefront of this transformation. Virtual care isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a revolutionary approach that benefits every member of the veterinary community, from veterinarians and technicians to practice managers and, most importantly, our beloved patients and their devoted owners…
Read MoreThe 2024 Guide to CA 1399 [Infographics]
With a focus on Veterinary-Client-Patient Relationships (VCPRs), prescribing practices, and licensing standards, CA AB 1399 paves the way for responsible and effective telehealth practices among veterinarians. We have created three infographics to help you understand the guidelines around California’s new regulations. Please feel free to take and share. The text in the infographics can be…
Read MoreKeeping an Eye on Virtual Care Trends (Originally Published In Vet Trends)
Many thanks to the Vet Times for permission to share the letter Dear Editor, Congratulations on the article on vettims.co.uk, published on 7 August, entitled “Confusion as further RCVS under care guidance changes planned“. The Virtual Veterinary Care Association (VVCA) is a global, non-profit association dedicated to developing best practices for delivering integrated virtual care…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Difference: Telemedicine vs. Telehealth in Veterinary Care
Mark Cushing discusses the distinction between telemedicine and telehealth in the context of veterinary care. Telemedicine is defined as medical practice conducted by licensed veterinarians virtually, involving diagnosing, , prescribing medications, and conducting surgery for pets. On the other hand, telehealth involves non-doctor professionals like veterinary nurses or technicians providing guidance and support to pet…
Read MoreA New Chapter in Our Journey
There will be important changes regarding your VVCA membership as we move towards a new chapter in our journey. Effective October 27th, the Veterinary Virtual Care Association (VVCA) will undergo significant changes relating to membership. We have decided to sunset our paying membership model and make all VVCA educational content and resources accessible to the…
Read MoreUnderstanding AZ SB1053
Implications for your practice effective October 30, 2023
Read MoreUnveiling Exciting Features and Exclusive Benefits!
The Veterinary Virtual Care Association (VVCA) is thrilled to unveil our upgraded membership platform with an enhanced user experience to improve access to care through education, best practices, and advocacy of veterinary virtual care. Our new platform boasts several exciting features, including appealing pricing models for all membership tiers, exclusive global telemedicine map access, and…
Read MoreThe Next Few Years In Telemedicine Legislation
Mark Cushing delves into the state of telemedicine and the telemedicine Virtual Client Patient Relationship (VCPR). He highlights key survey data that showcases the increasing demand for accessible pet healthcare, particularly among millennials and Gen Zs who seek convenient digital solutions. Mark discusses recent legislative progress in Arizona, emphasizing the need to adopt telemedicine to…
Read MoreWhat Current Telemedicine Law Looks Like
Mark Cushing discusses the ongoing debate on telemedicine in the veterinary industry, focusing on the pros and cons. The arguments against telemedicine often emphasize the importance of in-person care, and economic concerns for veterinary practices. On the other hand, arguments in favor highlight the success of telemedicine in human healthcare, its potential to address care…
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