Texas A&M Partners with VetRec for AI Assistant

As part of a groundbreaking new partnership, students, residents, interns, and faculty at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) will begin using VetRec, an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant designed to streamline veterinary practices. According to a Texas A&M news release, this collaboration seeks to improve clinical efficiency, enhance patient care, and advance veterinary education within the VMBS Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH).

“Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping veterinary medicine, and this relationship positions Texas A&M at the forefront of that transformation,” commented Audrey Cook, BVMS, DACVIM, DECVIM, DABVP (Feline), MSc Vet Ed, a professor at VMBS.

VetRec specializes in automating the creation of Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan (SOAP) notes. After recording a veterinary consultation, VetRec processes the recording and generates clinical notes within 30 seconds using either a built-in or a custom SOAP template. These notes seamlessly integrate into the hospital’s practice management systems, fostering a fluid workflow.

The AI tool is capable of summarizing extensive patient histories—up to 1,500 pages—including handwritten notes and lab results. Additionally, VetRec features a built-in AI assistant that can aid users with research inquiries, offer valuable medical advice, and respond to questions.

By incorporating AI into the medical documentation process, the VMTH community aims to simplify record-keeping and improve workflow efficiency. “By easing administrative burdens, this technology allows veterinary professionals to focus more on patient care while ensuring accurate records,” stated Megan Bennet, assistant director of marketing and communications at VMBS.

“Integrating AI into our clinical environment represents a significant and potentially transformative step forward,” remarked Stacy Eckman, DVM, associate dean for hospital operations and CEO of VMTH.

While VetRec is confident in its capabilities, it is not alone in the market. The startup has previously partnered with other institutions, notably the Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine, which granted its students unlimited access to the VetRec platform, alongside collaborating with the veterinary clinic group Bond Vet.

As advancements in AI continue to reshape various sectors, the dedication to incorporating these innovations in veterinary education and practice reflects a commitment to ensuring high-quality care for animals.