MVMA QUARTERLY - SUMMER 2020
Associate Member
News Briefs
Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health expanded its telemedicine offerings today to help veterinarians and pet owners care for animals at a time of social distancing and beyond. The PetPro Tele+™ platform provides an all-in-one telemedicine solution that people can access online for immediate use. It allows mobile-to-mobile appointments between veterinarians and pet owners who are limiting personal interaction to prevent the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19. PetPro Tele+ is a standalone, telemedicine version of PetPro Connect™, a digital ecosystem that Boehringer Ingelheim introduced in select U.S. markets in 2019. In March, as social distancing decreased in-person clinic visits, Boehringer Ingelheim made PetPro Connect available at no cost to veterinarians around the U.S. who need a solution that fully integrates with a practice management system. PetPro Tele+ is available in the United States at www.petproconnect.com/teleplus (link is external) and soon will be available for download on your preferred mobile device. Boehringer Ingelheim plans to introduce it soon in several other countries. Nxgen announced the merger with payment processor Payroc, and BluePay Processing, LLC. This transaction creates a full-service global merchant acquiring and payment facilitator powerhouse operating in 46 countries, while serving more than 55,000 merchants processing $23 billion in annual bankcard volume. MWI Animal Health announced today a series of technology tools that will enable veterinarian practices to virtually engage with their clients, which has become critically important as the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads and social distancing measures are encouraged. The new offerings will enable enhanced, remote client communication, provide pet parents with peace of mind and help veterinarians remain focused on caring for their patients and improving health outcomes. ALLYDVM Two-Way Texting: During a time when social distancing is key, MWI will offer new and existing customers access to the ALLYDVM twoway texting feature at no cost for a limited time. Petriage Pet Telehealth Services: MWI will offer Petriage’s state-of-the-art telehealth platform to veterinarians and veterinary practices throughout North America. The unique platform enables veterinarians to communicate with clients and even treat household pets remotely. Pawprint: Through a collaboration with MWI, Pawprint will be made available to veterinarian practices across the U.S. to enable curbside operations. The touch-less check-in system allows clients to check-in remotely from their own device. For more information about MWI Animal Health and how to incorporate customer communications into your veterinary practice, please visit www. mwiah.com.
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