Emergency Service

Emergency Veterinary Radiology.
4-Hour Reads. 24/7/365.

It's 2am. The case is urgent. You need a board-certified read now—not Monday morning.

Average emergency turnaround: 3.2 hours

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3.2hr
Average Turnaround
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Confirmation Time
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What is Emergency Veterinary Teleradiology?

Emergency veterinary teleradiology provides critical radiology interpretation for urgent cases within 4 hours, available 24/7/365. RapidVet delivers board-certified ACVR radiologist reads for trauma, acute abdomen, respiratory distress, suspected foreign bodies, and neurological emergencies with an average turnaround of 3.2 hours.

Service includes written report with diagnosis and differentials, direct phone consultation with the radiologist, and confirmation within 15 minutes of submission. Common use cases: after-hours emergencies, weekend cases, trauma evaluation, and pre-surgical decision support. $300 per case with money-back guarantee.

When Every Hour Counts.

Emergency service is designed for cases where diagnostic certainty drives immediate clinical decisions—surgery, stabilization protocols owner communication.

Trauma (HBC, Fall, Blunt Force)

Clinical Urgency
Immediate surgical decision needed
Key Findings
Fractures, internal bleeding, pneumothoraxgan rupture
Clinical Value
Guides surgical vs. medical management, identifies life-threatening injuries

Acute Abdomen (Bloat, Obstruction, Perforation)

Clinical Urgency
Surgery within hours
Key Findings
GDV confirmation, foreign body location, free gas, mesenteric volvulus
Clinical Value
Confirms surgical candidate, guides operative approach

Respiratory Distress (Dyspnea, Cyanosis)

Clinical Urgency
Immediate treatment protocol
Key Findings
Pneumonia, pulmonary edema, mass, pleural effusion, pneumothorax
Clinical Value
Differentiates cardiac vs. pulmonary, guides drainage vs. medical management

Suspected Foreign Body

Clinical Urgency
Surgery vs. observation decision
Key Findings
Radiopaque/radiolucent FB location, obstruction severity, perforation risk
Clinical Value
Avoids unnecessary surgery or prevents delayed intervention

Neurological Emergency (IVDD, FCE)

Clinical Urgency
Surgical decompression timing
Key Findings
IVDD grade, spinal fracture, disc extrusion location
Clinical Value
Determines surgical candidacy and urgency

Toxin Ingestion (Lead, Zinc)

Clinical Urgency
Chelation vs. removal decision
Key Findings
Metallic densities in GI tract, perforation risk
Clinical Value
Guides endoscopy vs. surgery vs. medical management

Emergency Process: Built for Speed.

0-2 min

Upload & Submit

Mark case as "Emergency" in upload portal. DICOM preferred but JPEG accepted. Brief clinical history required.

15 min

Confirmation

Automated email + SMS confirmation. Radiologist notified immediately. Case assigned with tracking number.

30-120 min

Radiologist Review

ACVR Diplomate begins systematic interpretation. Phone call if critical findings identified. Preliminary read available if requested.

2-4 hours

Report Delivery

Detailed PDF report via email. Phone consultation available immediately. Average delivery: 3.2 hours.

If we miss the 4-hour deadline, the read is free. This has never happened.

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Emergency Service Pricing.

$300 per case. Flat rate regardless of complexity, imaging modality time of day. No hidden fees.

4-hour guaranteed turnaround (avg 3.2hr)
Email confirmation within 15 minutes
Detailed written report (PDF)
Phone consultation with radiologist included
24/7/365 availability (nights, weekends, holidays)
Preliminary read option (2hr) if critical
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Compare the Cost

Misdiagnosis → unnecessary surgery $2,500-$5,000
Exploratory with no findings
Client dissatisfaction → lost LTV $3,000-$10,000
Average client lifetime value
Delayed diagnosis → complications $5,000-$15,000
Extended hospitalization + treatment
Malpractice risk $50,000-$500,000
Legal fees + settlement
Emergency teleradiology $300
One-time, flat rate

Even one avoided complication pays for itself 3-10x over.

Real Emergency Cases.

See how fast reads changed outcomes.

Emergency Submitted: Saturday 11:47 PM

GDV in 8yo Male Lab

Clinical History: Acute abdominal distension, unproductive retching, tachycardia. Owner found dog bloated 2 hours ago.
Radiologist Findings: Severe gastric dilation with pyloric antrum dorsal and left to gastric fundus. "Compartmentalization" present. Spleen displaced. Consistent with GDV.
Recommendation: Immediate surgical candidate. Decompression and gastropexy recommended.
Outcome: Surgery performed 1.5 hours after report. GDV confirmed, stomach viable, full recovery.
Report delivered: 2 hours 48 minutes
Emergency Submitted: Sunday 3:22 AM

HBC with Respiratory Distress

Clinical History: 3yo FS DSH hit by car 1 hour ago. Dyspneic, muffled heart sounds, tachypneic.
Radiologist Findings: Moderate pneumothorax right hemithorax. Rib fractures (ribs 7-9 right). Mild pulmonary contusions. No diaphragmatic hernia identified.
Recommendation: Thoracocentesis recommended. Recheck radiographs in 6-12 hours to assess progression. Monitor for delayed diaphragmatic hernia.
Outcome: Thoracocentesis performed (200ml air removed). Stabilized. Discharged day 3.
Report delivered: 3 hours 14 minutes
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I submit an emergency case?
Visit our upload portal at rapidvetteleradiology.com/contact, select "Emergency (4hr)" as your service tier, upload your DICOM or JPEG files, add clinical history, and submit payment. You will receive email confirmation within 15 minutes, and the radiologist begins review within 30 minutes.
What if my emergency is submitted outside business hours?
Emergency service is available 24/7/365 including nights, weekends, and holidays. The radiologist is on call at all times for emergency cases. You will receive the same 4-hour guaranteed turnaround regardless of when you submit.
Can I get a preliminary read before the full report?
Yes. For critical cases, we can provide a preliminary interpretation within 2 hours via phone or email, followed by the complete written report within the full 4-hour window. Request this option in your case submission notes.
What happens if you miss the 4-hour deadline?
If we fail to deliver your emergency report within 4 hours of submission, the read is completely free. This has never happened in our service history. Average turnaround is 3.2 hours.
Is phone consultation included with emergency service?
Yes. Emergency tier includes direct phone consultation with the board-certified radiologist. We will call you if findings require immediate discussion you can request a call when submitting your case.

Don't Wait Until Monday.

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