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Focal Point: the IMV imaging podcastThe IMV Clinical Team Review of 2025In this episode of Focal Point, the IMV imaging Clinical team get together to discuss the facts, figures, research and experiences that have shaped some of our 2025. From the past and future of CT to eLearning, equine ultrasound guided injections, the challenges of time management and more. Join us to listen to the team's highlights. Got a question or suggestion? We would love to hear from you, and you can contact us using learning@imv-imaging.com. You can also check out our other learning resources on our Website, and our CPD courses via our Academy education platform. I...
2025-11-1258 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastRevisiting the Vet on the Coast: Bovine Ultrasonography with Adam ConnFollowing our discussion in 2023, we thought it would be a good time to catch up with Adam Conn and chat about how his use of colour Doppler for bovine reproductive ultrasonography has evolved.Known to many as The Vet on the Coast 19 for his superb educational content and showcasing the best of Northern Ireland's coastline, Adam Conn is an experienced farm animal vet specialising in dairy herd health and an IMV imaging brand ambassador.Listen in as we discuss how Adam uses the the Easi-Scan:Go to maximise the information gained from his routine ultrasound examinations, tips...
2025-09-1051 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastFrom Pixel to Practice: Imaging Equipment and Starting a New Clinic with Ross KitchenIn this episode of Focal Point, we chat to Ross Kitchen, about setting up his new independent practice, Patch & Purr Vets. Hosted by Sam from the IMV Clinical team and Craig Hoines, IMV imaging's Business Development Manager, we will discuss the trials, tribulations and triumphs of starting a new business, choosing the right imaging equipment and how IMV imaging can support new start practices.Ross Kitchen, BVetMed MRCVS, has opened Patch & Purr, his independent practice near Saffron Waldon, bringing a personal vision to life after years of working in various clinics. With a passion for high-quality...
2025-08-111h 06Focal Point: the IMV imaging podcastFrom Graduation to Greyscales: Diagnostic Imaging and Starting in Practice with Georgia OwenIn this episode of Focal Point, we chat to Georgia Owen, the IMV imaging Student Brand Ambassador, as she approaches graduation. Including Sam and Sian from the IMV imaging team, we will discuss the tips and challenges associated with getting stuck into practice and diagnostic imaging equipment, as well as Georgia's experiences and hopes for the next steps in her career.Got a question or suggestion? We would love to hear from you, and you can contact us using learning@imv-imaging.com. You can also check out our other learning resources on our Website and our...
2025-06-0946 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastAwful Antiquities: Diagnostic Imaging HistoryWe are back! After a break last year, we are returning with several episodes lined up for the rest of 2025.In this episode, recorded in early 2024, some of the IMV imaging team regale one another with a selection of facts from the history of diagnostic imaging. Join us as we take a brief look at some interesting and entertaining instances from the development of radiography, endoscopy and more.Got a question or suggestion? We would love to hear from you, and you can contact us using learning@imv-imaging.com. You can also check out our other...
2025-05-0637 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastExploring new pastures - the equine episode with Victoria SouthYay or neigh: do we get the most out of ultrasound in equine practice? In this episode we are joined by Victoria South, internal medicine specialist and ultrasound enthusiast as we explore the possibilities of ultrasound application in equine practice.
2023-10-2755 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastA light in dark places: the VESCO takeoverThis month we scope out endoscopes with Hannah and Kris from VESCO. From big to small, rigid and flexible, tune in to get the inside view on how to get the most out of your scope, and top tips for looking after it!
2023-09-0142 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastNo Need to Fear the Feline - Ultrasonography of Cats with Sally GriffinThis month we are joined by the wonderful Sally Griffin, European specialist in diagnostic imaging, who holds particular interest and expertise in ultrasonography of cats. From anatomy and approach, to sizes and sampling, listen in on our conversation around the particulars of feline ultrasonography. Whether you have scanned a cat or not, tune into this podcast today and challenge yourself to do more, or have a go!
2023-07-2051 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastI See Your Two Colours Shining Through - Discussing Developments in Bovine Ultrasound with Adam ConnKnown to many as The Vet on the Coast 19, for his superb educational content and showcasing the best of Northern Ireland's coastline. Adam Conn, is an experienced farm animal vet specialising in dairy herd health and is an IMV imaging brand ambassador. Listen in as we discuss the newest technology coming to the EasiScan Go, the use of doppler ultrasound to help identify empty cows sooner and how we can use that information to reduce returns. The clinical team also discuss other uses for the EasiScan Go when out on farm, whether it's survey thoracic scanning for pneumonia in...
2023-06-0148 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastVet Times Takeover: Insights into supporting the modern practiceThis month, IMV imaging's Focal Point has a new host as it teams up with the Vet Times Podcast to bring you some insights and initiative to the veterinary sector. We'll be discussing the results from the IMV-run survey on some of the challenges facing the veterinary industry of today and what's on the horizon to look forward to. Special guests include Christy Lightly, head of marketing for IMV-imaging, BVA president Malcolm Morley and Senior Vice-President for Northern Ireland Veterinary Association, Fiona McFarland.
2023-05-0532 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastDebunking Laparoscopy Myths with Becky Keeble MRCVS (Simply Keyhole)This month the IMV clinical team welcome Becky Keeble MRCVS to the podcast. Becky is an experienced veterinary surgeon in laparoscopy, having performed over a 1000 procedures and is the co-founder of Simply Keyhole, a laparoscopy service providing veterinary practices with all the advice and training they need to start their own laparoscopy service. During the podcast we discuss the benefits, complication rates and myths surrounding laparoscopic ovariohysterectomies, so tune in to learn more!
2023-04-0147 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastThe Role of the RadiographerThis month the clinical team discusses the role of the Veterinary Radiographer. Joined by both Bethany, our clinical radiographer, and Sam Kolodziejczak, a radiographer at Burgess Diagnostics, we delve into the need for radiographers within the veterinary profession, their role within an imaging team and how they have adapted since transferring over from the NHS. If you're a radiographer looking to make the jump or a veterinary nurse interested about their role, then tune in and learn the wonders of being a Veterinary Radiographer!
2023-03-0145 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastTooth-Pics: Diagnostic Imaging in Dentistry with Ingrid TundoThis month, the IMV imaging Clinical Team are getting to the root of diagnostic imaging in Dentistry with, European Specialist in Small Animal Dentistry, Ingrid Tundo. From the importance of the techniques commonly used to how often should we be brushing our pet's teeth, if you have any dental related questions they are sure to be answered in this month's episode, so tune in!
2023-02-011h 01Focal Point: the IMV imaging podcastCapturing Hearts – Echocardiography with Chris LinneyIn this month's episode the Clinical Team chat to European Specialist in Small Animal Cardiology, Chris Linney. Where we discuss how to make the leap into echocardiography and tips to achieve those perfect cardiac images. We also talk about feline cardiology and the best method of tackling these cases as well as Chris's experience in China scanning Asiatic Bears and treating their hypertension.
2023-01-0157 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastMerry X-ray-musIn this month's episode, we are keeping it short and sweet as the clinical team reflect back on the year and chat through their most memorable moments of 2022. We discuss the newest diagnostic imaging technologies and how they are revolutionizing the way we diagnose clinical cases. As always, there'll be topic related jokes as well as a few festive fails the clinical team are willing to share.
2022-12-0131 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastNeeeeeeeoowwww! Doppler Ultrasound.Welcome to this month's episode of Focal Point where we welcome Pete Lockwood to the podcast. Pete is a vet and is responsible for cardiac applications within IMV imaging. With this in mind we are discussing all things Doppler Ultrasound, from what it is to how we can apply it to our patients in practice. Whether you are starting to dip a toe in Doppler or are on course for shunt hunting, we break it down and decipher exactly what you need to know, with of course some doppler related fun thrown into the mix.
2022-11-1144 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastThe Ins and Outs of Endoscopy with Professor Mark DunningIf you're wanting to demystify endoscopy, then tune into this month's episode as we talk with European and RCVS Internal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mark Dunning. We'll be getting to the bottom of starting out with endoscopy from directing the scope to cleaning and facing those initial fears. Learn the tips for choosing the best retrieval instruments for the job as Mark reveals his most memorable foreign bodies.
2022-10-0341 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastUnruly Pupils – Gaining control in Ocular UltrasoundThis month, the IMV imaging clinical team delve into the world of ocular ultrasonography. So if you've ever wondered how to image an eye, where to start, which way to hold the probe or what does the normal eye on ultrasound even look like, then listen in. We talk through the preparation, approach, and common clinical diseases affecting the globe.
2022-09-0144 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastWonderfully Wireless - Introducing the new GE VScan AirThis month we delve into the world of wireless ultrasound machines, with a review of the GE VScan Air. With Harriet, Amy and Jack discussing how it's held up in practice and out of the road. So if you're considering adding this piece of kit to your practice, tune in and hear about all its fantastic features.
2022-08-0129 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastWhere the wild things are: a chat with zoo vet Dr Simon GirlingThis month we chat all creatures great and small from 15g Poison Dart Frogs to 1 ton Rhinos with European Zoo Specialist, Dr. Simon Girling FRCVS. If you have ever wondered how a lameness investigation on a rhino is performed or the difficulties encountered with scanning the abdomen of a Binturong then tune in! We also hear more on Scottish conversation efforts for Eurasian Beavers and Scottish Wildcats as well as tips for creating a career in zoo medicine and conservation.
2022-07-011h 11Focal Point: the IMV imaging podcastT2 or not T2, that is the question with MRI Specialist Ian ElliottThis month we welcome Ian Elliott to the podcast, Ian is a radiographer with extensive experience in human MRI, prior to helping pioneer the technique for its use in the veterinary world. He currently works for Burgess Diagnostics providing MRI services to veterinary surgeons throughout the UK and Ireland. Listen in as we chat about the function of MRI, its use in general practice and the weird and wonderful cases Ian has scanned over the years from Sharks to Giant Pandas.
2022-06-0139 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastActing FAST: trauma, triage and tracking with Dr David MackenzieThis month, we welcome Dr. David MacKenzie to the podcast. David is an ECC and critical care specialist at Moorview Veterinary Referrals in Northumberland, but prior to this he has had an incredible career setting up ECC services and ICU units at multiple referral hospitals as well as providing an external cardiology referral service. Listen in as we chat about the use of ultrasound in emergency cases, whether to CT or not to CT emergency patients and the empowerment of nurses in veterinary hospitals.
2022-05-0154 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastHighlights of BSAVA 2022Catch up on the team's highlights of this year's BSAVA in Manchester. Whether you couldn't attend or want a recap of the diagnostic imaging lectures that were on offer, listen to the IMV Clinical Team discuss the use of CT in general practice, the benefits of CT in the diagnosis of canine elbow disease and thoracic radiology case studies.
2022-04-2130 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastReady, Set, Easiscan...GO! with Special Guest Hazell MullinsFrom weird and wonderful cases to supporting mental health within the agricultural community. This month we welcome the fabulous large animal vet Hazell Mullins onto the podcast, where we chat about all things farm. Find out Hazell's 'desert island' item for all her farm calls - *spoiler alert* it's not the Easiscan Go, and learn how women are now the real contenders in the world of agriculture.
2022-03-0148 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastExpanding the Nurse's Role in Ultrasonography with Special Guest Jack Pye RVNThis month Jack Pye RVN joins us on the podcast to discuss the ever expanding role of Veterinary Nurses in practice and how they can use their skillset to progress from supporting the patient to performing the ultrasound scan.
2022-02-0140 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastContrast Radiography: A Bright Start to the New Year!From avoiding air embolisms during pneumocystograms to when gadolinium use to cause skin to resemble orange peel - This month we're exploring all forms of contrast radiography and how it can enhance your diagnostic imaging. With special guest, Amanda Walsh, a human radiographer and contrast specialist, joining us to give an insight into the world of human contrast radiography.
2022-01-0142 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastHighlights of the London Vet Show 2021If you weren't able to attend London Vet Show this year or fancy a recap, then don't despair two of the IMV Clinical Team will be chatting through their highlights from this year's congress including Non-Conventional Radiographic Views in Horses and the Management of Fractures in Small Animal Practice. Plus meet the newest member of the IMV Clinical Team!
2021-11-2931 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastCT in General Practice: It's Got a Nice Ring to itThis month we'll be chatting to our in-house 3D modality experts to discuss how incorporating CT into your practice and diagnostic work ups is easier than you could have imagined. From advice on installation to interpretation, providing you with all the information you need to make the jump into 3D imaging.
2021-10-2928 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastHighlights from the EVDI Annual Congress 2021If you didn't attend the EVDI Annual Congress then don't fear, the IMV imaging Clinical Team have a chat about their highlights from the meeting, from equine ophthalmic ultrasound to canine prostatic measurements and splenic sampling!
2021-10-0532 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastThe Birth of an Ultrasound ScannerThis month we chat to the IMV imaging UK in-house R&D team. They give us a fantastic insight into the processes involved in designing and building an ultrasound scanner, from conception of an idea, to manufacture of a useable product.
2021-07-3136 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastCast Aside the Confusion: Learn How to Buy Imaging EquipmentA chat with our own Hannah Yeates, key account manager in the UK, about how to go about investing in a new piece of imaging equipment for veterinary practice.
2021-06-3035 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastFrom Padawan to Jedi: How to Improve Your Veterinary Ultrasonography SkillsThe team have a chat about ideas for improving your veterinary ultrasonography skills - it's really not the Dark Art you might think it is!
2021-05-3148 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastVeterinary Radiography: Should We Go Direct to DR?A brief discussion about digital radiography technology in veterinary practice, with a particular focus on the pros and cons of digital radiography (DR) compared to computed radiography (CR).
2021-04-3027 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastHave You Tried Turning It Off and On Again?In this month's episode we chat to IMV imaging UK's Service Manager, Sean Stevenson, about the merits of servicing your imaging equipment.
2021-03-3136 minFocal Point: the IMV imaging podcastArtificial Intelligence in Veterinary PracticeLinkshttps://www.vetport.com/artificial-intelligence-in-veterinary-medicinehttps://www.veterinarypracticenews.com/ai-diagnostics-january-2020/https://www.vetpartners.org/how-can-ai-improve-veterinary-medicine/https://www.veteldiagnostics.com/artificial-intelligence-now-required-practice-good-medicinehttps://www.aavr.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=99&Itemid=263https://ivcjournal.com/veterinary-radiology-ai/https://vetology.ai/https://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/news/veterinarians-use-artificial-intelligence-aid-diagnosis-addisons-diseasehttps://cedar.ucdavis.edu/https://www.signalpet.com/products/signalray/Convolutional neural network - WikipediaHow We Do It – Atomwisehttps://stanfordmlgroup.github.io/competitions/chexpert/https://www.kaggle.com/nih-chest-xrays/datahttps://mimic-cxr.mit.edu/https://physionet.org/content/mimic-cxr/2.0.0/https://www.nature.com/articles/s41597-019-0322-0https://github.com/MIT-LCP/mimic-cxrhttps://qure.ai...
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