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VitalRads Veterinary Imaging Specialists

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VitalRads Veterinary Imaging Specialists

Veterinary Telemedicine Services. VitalRads Veterinary Teleradiology Consultants provides useful, accurate, and extremely timely radiology reports.

It is owned and operated by Dr. Brian A. Poteet, MS, DVM, DACVR, DABSNM who brings with him over 16 years of experience. Check out our website, www.vitalrads.com, or give us a call, 713-817-8435, to learn how you can benefit from a small, private company offering exceptional reports, fast turn-around, and direct access to your specialist.

12/12/2024

Just as in human health, the dental health of our pets and patients is important preventative care. We have not one - but TWO - veterinary dentists who read dentistry cases for you. Use the case type X-ray (Dental) and send those dental images our way!

12/10/2024

Squeek, Tweet, Neigh, and Hiss! Did you know that our specialists can interpret images from all species – from the tiniest of rodents to the biggest of horses? We’re here to provide expert assistance to your practice in managing the care of more species than just dogs and cats!

12/05/2024

Don't let a missing marker X-out your results! 😉 Use a physical marker on the table next to the patient for clear and accurate labeling. A physical marker is best, as digital markers don’t always transfer properly. Avoid a hold, place those markers!

12/03/2024

Does your patient need a cardiologist’s expert eye? 🩺 Our board-certified cardiologists are available Mon-Fri from 8am-5pm to review your cases.

What do they read? Thoracic radiographs, ECGs, and echocardiograms.

Focus on the heart: For thoracic X-rays, they'll evaluate heart-related structures. Consider having a general radiologist assess other areas of the image.

Need to chat? Our cardiologists are available for consultations and addendums on any cases they read, at no additional charge.

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from VitalRADS! 🦃🍁 We are so grateful to work with so many wonderful vet practices. Your trust and support mean the world to us. We're thankful for the opportunity to provide top-quality veterinary radiology services and help keep your patients healthy. Enjoy this special day with your loved ones! 🐾❤️

11/26/2024

Say What?! Species Matters! 🐹🦎

Accurate species identification is crucial to document in your case request and image data. Incorrectly identifying patient details, like species, can delay your report as we confirm the details.

Need an expert for your exotic patient? VitalRADS offers specialized teleradiology services for a wide range of exotic animals.

11/21/2024

DICOM: The Gold Standard for Medical Imaging

What is DICOM?: Digital Imaging & Communications in Medicine

Why is it important?: It's the standard for storing and transmitting medical images.

Benefits: Produces the highest image quality and diagnostic results

Our preference: Ensure your images are transferred in DICOM format for optimal results

11/19/2024

Our service goes beyond the initial report. Need more information? Our Board-Certified specialists are available for follow-up questions and can provide additional insights, at no extra charge, through our addendum process. Have questions? Don't hesitate to reach out!

11/14/2024

Join our team! We offer a rewarding work environment with flexible scheduling options (full-time or part-time), allowing you to contribute to exceptional patient care for our referring veterinarians. Particularly welcome are radiologists located outside of the US who can provide “overnight” coverage (9pm-7am, CST). Our goal is to empower you to excel while providing exceptional service to our veterinary partners and their patients.

11/12/2024

During an ultrasonography scan, a continuous stream of live, digitized data is obtained and can be transferred into a cine loop. Cine loops are short video clips that capture the movement of structures during the exam. They are crucial for evaluating dynamic structures like the heart and its valves.

The Cine loops can be stored digitally and then shared with the VitalRADS team of Board-Certified Specialists for full evaluation and diagnosis.

11/07/2024

Our customer service team is pawsitively amazing! With an average of 19 years of veterinary experience, our team is passionate about providing exceptional care. As pet owners ourselves, we understand the importance of every interaction. We're grateful for our dedicated team, both full-time and part-time, who work tirelessly to support clinicians and provide the best possible care for your beloved patients. ❤️🐾

11/05/2024

What is collimation? It's the process of narrowing the X-ray beam to only cover the area being examined.

Why is it important?:
- Reduces radiation dose making it safer for the staff and patient
- Produces clearer images
- Helps ensure accurate diagnoses

How does it work?:
A collimator produces a light beam that mirrors the X-ray beam, to help make sure only the necessary area is exposed.

10/31/2024

Who's afraid of the dark? Not us! Our radiologists are always ready to illuminate any spooky health concerns your pets might have. Happy Halloween! 🎃👻

10/28/2024

Dr. Poteet's BELIEVE IT OR NOT! (Posted Mondays and Fridays all October)

Thanks to a form of X-rays, scientists were able to see the double-helix structure of DNA in the early 1950s.

Although James Watson and Francis Crick are typically credited with the discovery of the structure of DNA, their breakthrough would not have been possible without the X-ray crystallography performed by chemist Rosalind Franklin.

X-ray crystallography involves striking a crystal’s surface with X-rays and then looking at the “scattering” pattern generated as a result. By working backwards mathematically, scientists can reconstruct the structure of small molecules from these intricate patterns. Rosalind Franklin’s X-ray diffraction work was crucial in unraveling the structure of DNA. Her “Photograph 51” (pictured below) provided key evidence for the double helix model. Despite her significant contributions, her work was not fully recognized until after her death.

10/25/2024

Dr. Poteet's BELIEVE IT OR NOT! (Posted Mondays and Fridays all October)

Did you know NASA uses X-ray telescopes to see the invisible? 🔭 These powerful tools help us peer into the heart of the universe, revealing cosmic wonders like black holes, neutron stars, and supernova remnants. It's like having a super-powered X-ray vision for space!

10/21/2024

Dr. Poteet's BELIEVE IT OR NOT! (Posted Mondays and Fridays all October)

Thomas Edison's X-ray lightbulb was a unique experiment in which he attempted to create a light source that emitted X-rays. He believed that by using a special type of glass and filling the bulb with a specific gas, he could produce a light that would emit X-rays.

While Edison's experiment did not result in a successful X-ray lightbulb, it did lead to further research into the properties of X-rays. His work helped to advance our understanding of this new and mysterious form of radiation.

Edison's eventual fear of X-rays was largely due to his own experiences with radiation exposure. He had exposed himself and his assistants to significant levels of radiation during his X-ray experiments, leading to health problems. This firsthand experience made him aware of the dangers of X-rays and prompted him to abandon his research.

10/18/2024

Dr. Poteet's BELIEVE IT OR NOT! (Posted Mondays and Fridays all October)

X-rays were featured in circuses and carnivals shortly after their discovery in 1895. The novelty and mysterious nature of this new technology made it a popular attraction for sideshows and fairs. People were fascinated by the ability to see their bones and other internal structures, and it was often presented as a miraculous or even supernatural phenomenon.

However, it's important to note that the early use of X-rays in circuses and carnivals was not without its risks. Radiation exposure was not fully understood at the time, and many people were exposed to harmful levels of radiation. As more information about the dangers of X-rays became available, their use in entertainment settings gradually declined.

10/14/2024

Dr. Poteet's BELIEVE IT OR NOT! (Posted Mondays and Fridays all October)

Wilhelm Röntgen accidentally discovered X-rays in 1895 while conducting experiments with cathode rays — streams of electrons in vacuum tubes. Röntgen's most famous X-ray image is the one he took of his wife, Anna Bertha Ludwig's hand. On December 22, 1895, he placed her hand between the cathode ray tube and a photographic plate. The resulting image, which was later published in a scientific journal, showed the bones of her hand clearly visible through the skin as well as her wedding ring. When Anna saw the image, she exclaimed, “I have seen my death!”

This image was groundbreaking because it was the first time that human anatomy had been visualized in such detail without the need for surgery. It quickly captured the public's imagination and helped to establish X-rays as a revolutionary new medical tool.

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12300 Dundee Court Suite 100
Cypress, TX
77429

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 9pm
Tuesday	7am - 9pm
Wednesday	7am - 9pm
Thursday	7am - 9pm
Friday	7am - 9pm
Saturday	7am - 9pm
Sunday	7am - 9pm

Telephone

+18324314212

Website

http://vitalrads.com/

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