The Cutting Edge Veterinary Podcast

STUDENT: Katherine Fleury
FACULTY MENTOR: Dr. Patrick Whelan

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is growing in veterinary medicine is increasing, outpacing scientific review. AI is a branch of computer science that uses model training to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. Common uses in the small animal setting include digital radiograph assessment and digital pathology. Other upcoming uses include pain assessment, automated dictation with data organization, and generative AI. These tools are aimed at increasing clinician efficacy, reducing the time spent on analysis and increasing the time spent with clients. This paper provides an overview of the aforementioned technologies as well as a discussion on how to prepare for future practice with AI. As these tools become mainstream, veterinarians need to be aware of how models are trained, who owns the data that is presented, who monitors the implemented algorithms, and how liability is being discussed.

Release date:

29 September 2024