About This Service:
Our teleradiology service is structured to augment the two main advantages of teleradiology: 1) rapid consultation and report turnaraound, and 2) safe, reliable image submission and report transmission.  To accomplish this we currently utilize 2 software services:

1) Eklin Read - this is a report generating and transporting software module that can be attached to any client that uses eFilm as their PACS software to archive and view images.  Images must also be in Dicom format.  If you have eFilm and would like to consider this option, contact Veterinary Medical Imaging (916-933-5514). 

2) DarkHorse- this is a standalone software program that can run from any PC computer regardless of the PACS software that is utilized.  The images and reports on this service are web based and can be seen from any internet ready computer.  Images can be submitted directly to the website but you will first need to contact Darkhorse to establish an account and download the software module.  Darkhorse provides the technical support for this service and can be reached at Darkhorsemed.com or call 877-727-6800.  When establishing an account be sure to specify VMI as your service provider, as there are many radiology groups who utilize Darkhorse as their teleradiolgy platform.

If you have not yet purchased a digital radiographic unit, and are considering this investment, we encourage you to contact VMI.  You can login to AnimalInsides.com where you can find extensive unbiased information about digital radiographic units and considerations when making a purchase.

Who Consults on the Cases?
Our teleradiology group utilizes only radiologists certified by the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR).  We have all received 3-4 years of specialty training in image interprtation and have passed certification testing.  Our radiologists are dedicated to rapid turnaround on teleradiology cases, but that is not all we do.  We all engage in a robust imaging specialty practice where we interface daily with other veterinarians and specialists.  We know the practical considerations about patient care and client communications and strive to incorporate our experience and cutting edge medicine and surgery into our image consultations and recommendations.

What is the Report Turnaround Time?
Currently, we offer teleradiology support 7 days a week, year around except for major holidays.  Reports can be expected within 12 hours of submittal but will often be returned sooner, depending on the time of day they are submitted.