Equine insurance - bite sized advice ! Thistle Equine Referrals
There are many equine insurance companies now available, with many different levels of cover and policies to choose from. Insurance companies differ in their own offering, but most will cover most accidents and illnesses, with illness cover often coming to an end in older horses (once they reach a pre-defined age) โ check the details of the policy. It is always important to read the policy terms and conditions to understand your specific cover. Preventative treatment such as vaccinations, dental and worming treatment are not usually covered by insurance companies. Remember that cheaper policies often come with exclusions and limitations.
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Meet Mindy a beautiful horse who we had the pleasure of helping @ Thistle equine referrals this week ! โค๏ธโค๏ธ - Mindy underwent surgery - a bilateral hindlimb neurectomy and fasciotomy.
Introducing Jenna !
Jenna is one of the dedicated team @ Thistle Equine referrals. One of Jennasโ many roles is to coordinate and schedule all our appointments and she is always available for any questions you might have about referring your horse. Jenna will always meet you with a warm smile and always ensures that your horse gets plenty of love and attention while they are with us ! โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ
Got to love the Scottish Weather in Spring
What we love - fixing horses and training the next generation !
Though most referrals we get are sports medicine or surgical type of cases, we can do much more!
Headed by renowned specialist Dr John Marshall BVMS PhD DipACVS DipECVS MRCVS, Thistle Equine Referrals is a collaboration between several @IVCEvidensiaUK clinics in Scotland that are ready to meet your needs.
If you believe your patient could benefit from a fresh perspective, weโre here to help you through a cooperative approach.
One of the most wonderful things about equine medicine is that we can learn something new every day.
If youโre not sure how to proceed in a complex case, our experienced team is here to help you.
Refer your patient to Thistle Equine Referrals to benefit from a transparent and cooperative approach to challenging equine cases.
There are a number of stressful components in equine veterinary medicine, such as dealing with difficult cases, challenging clients, middle of the night emergencies, and more.
As equine vets, we do the best we can with the resources that we have, which sometimes may not be enough.
If youโre faced with this type of situation, weโre here to help you. Bringing in a second set of eyes can really make a positive impact on your patientโs management and outcome, and isnโt that the kindest thing you could do?
If youโd like to refer a case to us, fill out the form on our website.
Diagnostic imaging is essential for what we do at Thistle Equine Referrals and equine practice in general.
If you'd like to improve your skills in performing or interpreting these types of exams, we welcome you to join one of our CPD sessions or refer your cases to us.
Here at Thistle Equine Referrals, we care deeply about helping each horse return to top performance and have the necessary experience and knowledge to help you with complicated clinical cases!
If youโre an equine vet in Scotland or the North of England and would like to refer a case to us, head over to our website and fill out the form ๐ https://www.thistle-equinereferrals.com/refer-a-case-referral-form
Although we regularly organise CPD sessions with other equine vet surgeons in the area, sharing our knowledge isnโt the only thing weโre committed to! Weโre also dedicated to constantly improving our skills and learning new techniques to help our patients.
Dr Bruce Bladon from Equine at Donnington Grove Veterinary Surgery has recently demonstrated a new technique for standing tie-back surgery using Arthrex FASTak II suture anchors.
Furthering our knowledge also allows us to continuously provide a better referral service for our clients and their patients. ๐
Itโs Bone and Joint Week, and this is the perfect opportunity for us to discuss lameness in your patients! ๐
As equine vets, we know that lameness is extremely common in horses and can range from a subtle change in gait in one limb to a problem that affects several limbs.
Our dedicated team of experts is here to help you navigate the complexities of lameness investigation and treatment in a in a cooperative and transparent referral process.
Reach out to us to discuss how our lameness and sports medicine services can benefit your equine patients and their owners ๐ 07890 945919
How can our lameness & sports medicine service support your patients or clients? ๐ค
We offer a comprehensive lameness investigation service to determine the required treatment, including nerve blocks, radiography (X-ray) and ultrasonography, plus a complete range of treatments, including:
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๐ฉบ Shockwave treatment
๐ฉบ Regenerative medicine solutions (e.g., platelet rich plasma)
To discuss how we can be of service to you, speak with our team.
๐ https://www.thistle-equinereferrals.com/contact-us
Our modern facilities allow for lameness examinations on both hard and soft surfaces, during lunging, and even during ridden exercises. This means we leave no stone unturned in identifying any mobility issues or performance concerns.
Your patient's health, well-being and optimal performance are our top priorities. Trust us to lead the way in equine care and diagnostics.
๐ https://www.thistle-equinereferrals.com/services
Are you a veterinarian working in equine medicine and looking for some support from fellow equine vets in the area? ๐
At Thistle Equine Referrals, we are proud to help veterinarians in the Scotland and North of England regions deal with complex clinical cases and offer CPD support. ๐
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One of the greatest things in equine veterinary medicine is that you get to keep learning with every case you see, be it from other professionals, the horses and even their owners.
At Thistle Equine Referrals, a collaborative approach is the way we believe we can achieve the very best results.
When you trust us with one of your clients, we will offer them a referral service and re-direct them back to you for first opinion services. If any diagnosis or treatment plan has to be changed after the client has been referred, we will handle this sensitively and professionally, involving you in the discussion where possible.
What type of referrals do we come across here at Thistle Equine Referrals? ๐ฉบ
We see a wide range of cases and treat horses with varying degrees of health issues, from sports medicine to surgical.
Our mission? Get your beloved horses back to doing what they love and do best. ๐
We understand that your horses are more than just animals; they're your pride, joy, and partners in all things equestrian. ๐
Thistle Equine Referrals is committed to ensuring the well-being of these magnificent animals by offering the best patient care and specialised treatments.
Whether it's a health issue, a minor setback, or a complex challenge, our team of dedicated experts are here to support both you and your horse every step of the way.
