Veterinary Pathology Group

04/08/2025

☀️ Welcome to a Summer of Cytology

We’re sharing a series of bite-sized tips to help you get the most from your cytology submissions. This first one is a simple step that can make or break your slide.

👉 Swipe through to learn more.

28/07/2025

🩺 CASE SPOTLIGHT: Heartworm in a Young Crossbreed

A bright, active dog with subtle signs... but a deeper look revealed Dirofilaria immitis (heartworm).

Swipe through to see how lab testing uncovered this hidden infection, and why travel screening matters.

🔍 View more case studies at https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0m1l6c0

17/07/2025

🧫 MAKING EVERY SLIDE COUNT
🔬 How to Get the Most from Your Cytology Samples.

Cytology is a powerful diagnostic tool, but only if the sample gets to the lab in good condition. Our latest blog breaks down how to improve sample quality, avoid common pitfalls, and increase your chances of a diagnostic result.

Plus, we’ve created a free printable checklist to help you and your team get every submission right, every time.

🔍 Read the full article and download the checklist:
👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lQ0SP0

09/07/2025

🌿 REVIVING DEVON | Episode 2: A Year in Fauna

From spawning frogs and migrating warblers to elusive otters and rare European eels, the floodplain in North West Devon is bursting with life once again.

In this second episode of our conservation series, Dr Andy Torrance, founder of VPG, shares how seasonal surveys and trail cameras reveal a thriving ecosystem shaped by water, wildlife and a hands-off approach.

Raptors, deer, amphibians, fish and even ospreys all make an appearance. But it’s the ecological balance and veterinary insight that bring the story to life.

🎥 Watch Episode 2 to explore how biodiversity returns when land is given the space to recover here:
https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0lF7w20

🌱 At VPG, we’re proud to support conservation as part of our ESG initiatives. From sustainable practices in our labs to nature recovery on the land, we believe every action counts.

📣 Follow us to catch the next episode, where we’ll look at how the floodplain is being restored through water management and Higher Tier Stewardship.

Species photography curtesy of Devon Wildlife Trust.

In this second episode, Dr Andy Torrance, founder of the Veterinary Pathology Group (VPG), explores the astonishing return of wildlife to a rewilded floodpla...

26/06/2025

🚀 Exploring Smart Diagnostics: AI Takes on Veterinary Histopathology 🧬

In the first instalment of "Smart Diagnostics," by David Walker, we dive into the revolutionary role of artificial intelligence in veterinary histopathology.

📊 Rapid, accurate image analysis – AI models detect cellular patterns in tissue samples faster and often more precisely than traditional methods.

💡 Standardisation and consistency – AI helps reduce variability between pathologists, so every diagnosis is more dependable.

🌍 Enhanced collaboration – By transforming complex digital data into actionable insights, AI sets the stage for multidisciplinary teamwork across veterinary practices.

⚖️ Ethics and accountability – With data privacy, bias, and transparency front of mind, regulatory and quality frameworks are evolving alongside these emerging technologies.

This marks a pivotal shift in veterinary diagnostics, where AI doesn't replace expertise, but amplifies it, paving the way for smarter, more reliable diagnoses and improved animal welfare. Part 1 uncovers opportunities and foundational considerations in integrating AI. Stay tuned for Part 2, which will dive into the exciting, real-world deployment of AI at The VPG.

👉 Read the full article to explore AI’s transformative potential in veterinary medicine:

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0ljZRn0

11/06/2025

📢 Join us at BVA Live!
🗓️ 12–13 June | 📍 NEC Birmingham

We’re excited to announce that three of our expert team members will be speaking at the BVA Live Conference this year. Don’t miss the chance to catch them in action:

🔬 12 June | 12:00pm
Annika Herrmann – Margins Under the Microscope: How Histologic Tumour Margins are Assessed

🐱 13 June | 09:00am
Matthew Phillips – Feline Infectious Peritonitis: Approach to Diagnosis

🧪 13 June | 1:00pm
Matt Garland – Lab Skills for Veterinary Nurses

Come along, learn something new, and say hello to the team, we hope to see you there!

03/06/2025

Day 1 at the IVC Evidensia Leaders' Forum! 🎉

We're live at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, engaging with veterinary professionals from across the UK. Our team is on hand to discuss how VPG's diagnostic solutions can enhance your practice's efficiency and patient outcomes.
Don't forget to stop by at our stand K15, let's explore how we can collaborate for better animal care.

28/05/2025

We're excited to be part of the IVC Evidensia Leaders' Forum 2025! 🐾

Join us at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on 3–4 June for the IVC Evidensia UK Leaders' Forum. We're looking forward to connecting with veterinary leaders and showcasing how VPG's rapid and reliable diagnostics can support your practice's success.

Visit us on stand K5 to learn more about our services and how we can assist in delivering better patient care.

26/05/2025

⏱️ Same-day results. Trusted accuracy.
Turn-around time isn't just a number - it's a critical part of patient care. At VPG, we know that every hour counts. That’s why our labs deliver industry-leading same-day diagnostics across blood work, cytology, microbiology and more.

🔍 Reliable. Fast. Clinically relevant.
📊 Just look at the numbers below.

With 98% of general histology results reported within 3 days and 99% of urgent cases on time, you can count on us to support confident, timely decisions.

📩 Let’s talk diagnostics that keep up with your practice:
https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0k4TMV0

23/05/2025

📋 Getting your lab submissions right matters.

In this short video, Fiona and Kirsty walk through the top three things vets need to know when filling out a lab submission form — to help ensure smooth processing, accurate testing, and the best results for your patients.
✅ Include detailed clinical history
✅ Choose the right test (and ask us if you’re unsure!)
✅ Label your samples clearly
They also cover the benefits of using our online system, PATHPORT, to streamline the process and avoid any handwriting mysteries... 🕵️‍♂️🖊️
🎥 Watch the video and make your next submission stress-free.

20/05/2025

🔬 Speed, accuracy, and better patient care . Why TAT matters.
When time is critical, your lab partner should be an asset, not a delay. At VPG, we deliver same-day results across cytology, bloods, and more, helping you act fast, treat earlier, and ease client anxiety.

✅ 99% of urgent cases reported on time
✅ 98% of histology results within 3 working days

Your patients don’t have time to wait. Choose diagnostics that keep pace with your practice.

👉Read More: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0k43JZ0