Hallmarq Veterinary Imaging

18/11/2025

In early 2022, Veterinary Emergency + Referral Center of Hawaii became home to Hawaii’s first Hallmarq 1.5T small animal MRI. It was a milestone for veterinary imaging in the islands! However, before that, many pets with possible brain, spinal cord, or soft tissue injuries were limited to CT scans. And, although fast, CT is not always able to catch the subtle but critical lesions that MRI can detect. The absence of high‑field MRI was proving to be a barrier to diagnosis and effective treatment.

Hear more about their success on our website >> https://okt.to/j5MaoH

14/11/2025

When your horse goes lame, you want answers, and fast.

But diagnosing the cause of lameness isn’t always straightforward. The process often takes time and involves several steps before reaching a likely diagnosis and, ultimately, a treatment plan. Our step-by-step guide covers all you need to know about equine lameness diagnosis and what you can expect when looking to treat your lame horse.

Read the full guide on our website >> https://okt.to/gk6cqZ

13/11/2025

Have you checked out the case study archive on our website?

Whether it's Equine MRI or CT (combi cases too!) or Small Animal MRI, we've got you ⬇️

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12/11/2025

Who remembers little Rusty the Lemur? 🥹

Throwback to when the team at Elders Equine made history by scanning a Lemur in an Equine MRI, check it out >> https://okt.to/ou5MEY

Assiniboine Park Zoo collaborated with a local equine veterinary hospital to obtain helpful MRI scans for Rusty, our ring-tailed lemur.

11/11/2025

Every minute counts when pets suffer neurological issues; the team at VERC know only too well that location shouldn’t be an obstacle to care.

10/11/2025

Yet to register for the third webinar of our free RACE approved CE series we're hosting this autumn? Well, what are you waiting for! 💨

Join us and Dr Silke Hecht this thursday at 1PM (ET) as she discusses the topic of
Update on Imaging of CNS Round Cell Tumors.

See you there!

Register here >> https://okt.to/9WYJSe

07/11/2025

Bone oedema and sclerosis are two key responses of bone to injury or mechanical overload, but each presents unique challenges for diagnosis and management. Advances in 3D imaging - particularly MRI and CT - have greatly improved our ability to detect subtle bone changes that may not be visible on standard X-rays. Especially important for racehorses - where early identification of bone stress or injury can prevent devastating outcomes - we explore when best to use each modality, and what these findings mean for our equine athletes.

Read more on our blog >> https://okt.to/6wsQ48

Understanding bone oedema in horses can be challenging, and which modality to us in its diagnosis should be carefully considered.

06/11/2025

One of the most reliable ways to detect spinal disease in pets as a cause of weakness is through spinal MRI. Check out our blog post on why spinal MRI is crucial for tumour detection in small animals >>

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Learn how spinal MRI helps diagnose and treat spinal issues in pets, ensuring better care and improved quality of life.

05/11/2025

While ultrasound remains a valuable tool in equine lameness evaluations, for certain conditions like proximal suspensory ligament (PSL) injuries, it may not be enough.

MRI provides unmatched detail and depth, making it an essential part of the diagnostic process when other tools fall short.

Guest Author Ellen Law, ECVDI Resident from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences considers the pros and cons of ultrasound vs MRI for proximal suspensory ligament injuries over on our blog >> https://okt.to/Z038ua

When considering ultrasound vs MRI for proximal suspensory ligament (PSL) injuries, ultrasound may not be enough for certain conditions.

04/11/2025

An MRI scan is an imaging technique that uses a strong magnetic field to generate highly detailed cross-sectional images of your pet’s internal structures. Unlike X-rays or CT scans, which are primarily useful for visualizing bones, MRI provides exceptional clarity when imaging soft tissues. This technology enables veterinary specialists to observe small details of the brain, spinal cord, ligaments, tendons and other soft tissue organs with unmatched precision.

This overview addresses five common concerns, distinguishing myths from facts, to help you make the best health decisions for your pet >> https://okt.to/RQhrq8

Although MRI offers clear benefits, misconceptions can surround this technology. We distinguishing myths from facts to help deliver the truth

31/10/2025

Cross-sectional imaging is becoming increasingly accessible and is very useful for the diagnosis of canine intervertebral disc extrusion (IVDE). However, when compared to computed tomography (CT), the use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provides valuable information to support perioperative decision making.

In this post, guest author Daniel Low reviews the current evidence and presents two case studies where MRI proved invaluable for perioperative decision-making in dogs suffering with thoracolumbar intervertebral disc extrusion (IVDE).

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The use of MRI for the perioperative management of thoracolumbar intervertebral disc extrusion (IVDE) proves invaluable in decision making

29/10/2025

Down MRI vs Standing MRI, so what's the difference?!

Both down and standing MRI play important roles in equine diagnostics, but they differ in image quality, patient safety, and practical considerations. Each has its own advantages depending on the clinical scenario and level of detail required for diagnosis. Chrysanthi Pitaouli walks us through the pros and cons of each modality.

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While both 'down' and standing equine MRI are viable diagnostic options, there are crucial differences between the two.