Continuing his series about the dynamics of telemedicine in the veterinary space, Mark Cushing, JD, compares the policies of three organizations that set guidance for veterinarians. He first reminds us that the VCPR rules were established to create a legal basis for state boards to take disciplinary actions against a practitioner, NOT to protect animals under the care of veterinarians.
What I find ironic, as the veterinary world struggles with this question of the telemedicine VCPR, is that the stakes for accountability and enforcement action are so much higher in human health care than they are for veterinary care.” – Mark Cushing, JD
Source: Mark Five: Policy off leash, VVCA, December 2, 2020. Link.
INSIGHTS: Our industry is fortunate to have the skills, experiences and candor of Cushing and Ali McIntyre involved to ensure telemedicine can legally advance and thrive in animal health. Please join the VVCA to strengthen its efforts and ensure our industry can rapidly empower veterinary professionals virtually. LINK.