Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Veterinary medical recordkeeping - what you need to know
By Harris, P T·Published in Journal (American Medical Record Association)·1991·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Insights and updates on veterinary medical recordkeeping practice.
Plain-English summary
Veterinary medical recordkeeping has changed a lot in the last ten years, mainly due to the use of computers. This article provides an overview of the current practices in how veterinarians keep track of your pet's health information. It highlights the improvements and updates that have come with these changes. Overall, it aims to help pet owners understand how their pets' medical records are managed today.
Abstract
Practices in maintaining veterinary medical records have changed greatly during the past decade. Computerization is largely responsible for this trend. This article brings readers up to date on veterinary recordkeeping.
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