Harriet TurnerFrom 17–19 September 2026, Veterinary Specialist Advice (VSA) will be exhibiting at the Independent Vet Conference, hosted by Vet Dynamics at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole.
As one of the UK’s leading events dedicated to independent veterinary practices, the conference brings together clinicians, practice leaders and industry partners to learn, collaborate and shape the future of independent veterinary medicine.
This year’s theme, “BEYOND: Leading Veterinary Care into Conscious Evolution,” couldn’t be more relevant. The conference focuses on helping practices navigate the changing veterinary landscape by exploring sustainable leadership, innovation, technology and the future of independent practice. Through thought provoking lectures, practical workshops and open discussion, delegates are encouraged to think beyond traditional ways of working and embrace new opportunities for growth.
At VSA, we’re proud to be part of that conversation.
Supporting Independent Veterinary Practices
Independent practices play a vital role in the veterinary profession. They provide personalised care, build lasting relationships with clients and often have the flexibility to make decisions that best suit their patients and teams.
However, many independent clinics don’t have the same immediate access to in-house specialist teams as larger referral hospitals or organisations with their own specialist networks.
That’s where Veterinary Specialist Advice can help.
VSA was established to bridge the gap between first opinion practice and specialist expertise, giving clinicians direct access to board certified specialists across more than 15 disciplines, alongside our specialist led teleradiology reporting service.
Rather than replacing the role of the primary veterinary surgeon, our aim is to support them.
Whether it’s discussing a challenging medicine case, reviewing an orthopaedic work-up, interpreting advanced diagnostic imaging or seeking advice on a dermatology patient, VSA enables clinicians to access expert guidance quickly and confidently.
Helping Practices Keep More Cases In-House
One of the greatest benefits of specialist support is the confidence it gives first opinion clinicians.
With rapid access to experienced specialists, practices can often investigate and manage cases that might otherwise have been referred immediately.
This benefits everyone.
For veterinary teams, it provides valuable learning opportunities and helps develop clinical confidence and expertise.
For practices, managing appropriate cases in-house can strengthen client relationships, improve continuity of care and contribute positively to practice revenue.
For pet owners, it often means receiving specialist supported care from the veterinary team they already know and trust.
VSA doesn’t replace referral when it’s needed but it helps practices make informed decisions about which cases can confidently remain in-house and which genuinely require onward referral.
More Than Teleradiology
Although many practices first discover VSA through our board certified veterinary teleradiology service, our support extends far beyond diagnostic imaging.
Our network of specialists spans over 15 disciplines, providing practical, evidence based advice across a wide range of clinical cases.
Alongside specialist imaging interpretation, practices benefit from:
- Board certified veterinary specialists
- Direct access to specialists across 15+ disciplines
- Fast, clinically actionable advice
- Flexible support tailored to first opinion practice
- An intuitive online platform
- Responsive communication from a team that understands the realities of busy clinical practice
Our goal is simple: to empower veterinary teams with the confidence and support they need to provide the very best care for their patients.
Meet the VSA Team at Stand 41
We’re looking forward to meeting delegates throughout the conference.
Whether you’re already using VSA or would like to find out more about how specialist support could benefit your practice, we’d love to welcome you to Stand 41.
Come and meet the team, explore our services, ask questions and discover how VSA can help your practice manage more complex cases with confidence.
If you’d prefer dedicated time to discuss your practice’s needs, we’re also happy to arrange one-to-one meetings during the conference.
We look forward to seeing you in Birmingham and to supporting another fantastic Independent Vet Conference alongside the Vet Dynamics team.
📍 Independent Vet Conference 2026
📅 17–19 September 2026
📍 Hilton Birmingham Metropole
📌 Visit Veterinary Specialist Advice at Stand 41