Newsletter

Practitioner Promo Is Almost Over!

Along with the launch of our new product, we are excited to offer our annual month-long sale for veterinarians! Practitioner Promo is here once again, and this month, vets can save on all new ultrasound packages. Whether you are looking to purchase your first ultrasound, or need an upgrade, we are ready to talk packages that will best fit your needs.

New Online Training Course!

We understand that your schedule is extremely busy and that causes some difficulties when trying to attend one of our bovine reproductive ultrasound training courses. Or maybe our set locations are not in a feasible area for you. With those issues in mind, we have created a new online training course, that will hopefully solve that issue.

ReproScan’s new online training course will cover all of the basics of bovine reproductive ultrasounding through a series of videos. In these videos Dr. Andrew Bronson will walk you through pregnant/opens, fetal aging, equipment care, extension arm use and more. This course is a great tool to learn the basics or brush up on your reproductive ultrasounding. We understand that in-person training is easier, but we hope this is helpful for times when that is not possible. Of course, we would prefer hands-on learning, but we also understand that that may not work for everyone. We hope you find this new online course helpful, especially if you ever find yourself looking to learn ultrasound but are not able to make it in-person.

Why You Need A ReproArm This Fall!

Here at ReproScan, we understand how quickly your arm and shoulder begins to wear out after years of palpating. The strain your shoulder goes through can quickly add up, especially if you have been preg-checking for years. Thankfully we have found the surefire solution to this ongoing problem. The ReproArm is our version of an extension arm. We have specially designed it to have a specific bend, surface area, and durability, making it not only easier on you, but also easier on your cattle. Our ReproArm is meant to fit with our convex rectal probe, providing a large viewing area.

Feedyard Online Training in Spanish and English

Are you having trouble with ultrasound training at your feedyard? We realize the challenges this may cause, so we have created an online training course that is translated into Spanish. Our hope is that this tool will make it easier for your employees to be trained effectively, while making your overall working environment more efficient. We also have the English version of this online training course that you can purchase.

Improving Your Image Quality For Early Checks

It seems like we talk about how to improve your image quality quite often, but we do this because it is a crucial part of reproductive ultrasound. Especially if you are looking into doing early pregnancy checks. The early window that we are looking at specifically is the 28–35 day window. Preg checking this early is rather difficult, especially if you are new to ultrasound, but there are some things you can do to make it easier for yourself and the cattle.

Warm Up Your Preg Checking Skills With One Of Our Training Courses

As we head into Spring and warmer weather (hopefully), you may also be looking to warm up your preg checking skills. Before we know it, preg checking season will be here, so now is the perfect time to refresh and train your eye.

We are so excited that our training course schedule is starting to ramp back up. Our two-day courses include a classroom lecture on the first day and a wet lab on the second day which will allow you to learn and implement new skills. The classroom portion will cover everything from the basics of bovine ultrasounding, fetal sexing, extension arm technique, and everything in between! At our wet lab, you will have the opportunity to put into practice what you have learned about in the classroom.

Small Ruminant Step By Step

Preparation

When ultrasounding small ruminants transabdominally, we recommend using the C-60 T Handle Probe, which can be plugged into our Flexx machine. Lack of contact is the number one problem that we see in small ruminant applications- remember, ultrasounds cannot read through air, hair, mud, or lanolin. It’s important to use plenty of alcohol or lube (either applied to the skin or directly onto the probe head) to get the best image possible.

When To Use Your Pre-Set Exams On The XTC

If you have an XTC, this one’s for you! There are 4 pre-set exams on your XTC ultrasound machine that can be extremely helpful for different ultrasounding situations. The exams are a great way to try out different settings that may work better for you. Take a look at the video below where Elle explains the current pre-set settings and how each exam is different and what each one can be used for. If you find your XTC ultrasound machine with different pre-set settings, then give us a call and we can help you out!

Keep Those Charging Cords Separate!

Throughout the years, we have acquired several different tips and tricks to make your life easier when it comes to all things ultrasound. But our latest tip may be one of our favorites!

If you are anything like us, you may find yourself with far too many charging cords for all different types of devices. Whether it’s a bull tester, an ultrasound, or even your cell phone, the cords are everywhere… This could cause some serious issues for your ultrasound machine. If you happen to use the wrong charger for your ultrasound, you have the potential to damage your machine. Just because the cord fits, does not mean it is the correct charger. No one wants to spend money on a new ultrasound because they used the wrong charger… So, what’s the tip?

Helpful Grant Announcement For All Vets!

While not directly related to ultrasounds, several customers have found this grant useful. This article highlights the Veterinary Services Grant Program (VSGP). According to the National Institute of Food and Agriculture,

“The Veterinary Services Grant Program (VSGP) is designed to support education and extension activities and practice enhancement initiatives that will enable veterinarians, veterinary students, veterinary technicians, and veterinary technician students to gain specialized skills and provide practices with additional resources (e.g., equipment, personnel) needed to more effectively mitigate veterinary service shortages in the U.S. Ultimately, this program will bolster the capacity of private practitioners to provide food animal veterinary services in designated rural veterinarian shortage situations.”