EXPLORING ADVANCEMENTS IN VETERINARY MEDICINE: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF CURRENT TRENDS AND INNOVATIONS

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Areesha Arkan
Zia Ullah
Shahzad Ahmad
Naveed Hussain
Iqra Mehroz
Ali Qaisar
Hafsa Sarfraz
Abdul Aziz

Keywords

Veterinary Medicine, Innovation, Technology, One Health, Therapeutics

Abstract

This review covers almost every aspect of veterinary medicine, including preventative medicine, surgical procedures, diagnostic procedures, therapeutic methods, and technological breakthroughs on the subject. Wearable devices, digital health platforms, and telemedicine are examples of technology innovations that have had a significant influence on the delivery of veterinary care. These advancements have improved the availability of online consultations, point-of-care patient monitoring, and client communication. One Health programs and interdisciplinary cooperation are becoming increasingly important in the process of tackling emerging health challenges, as evidenced by global trends that have an impact on veterinary education, research, and practice. In addition, as a result of recent advancements in therapeutic intervention, surgical procedures, and the incorporation of technology in veterinary medicine, the transformative potential of immunotherapy, gene therapy, minimally invasive surgery, and drug delivery systems based on nanotechnology has been established. By providing a comprehensive summary of recent developments and discoveries, the purpose of this study is to educate veterinarians, researchers, educators, and lawmakers on the most recent innovations that will influence veterinary healthcare in the future.

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