Information Technology in Veterinary Science

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Information Technology (IT) has permeated all spheres of life in the Twenty-first Century, and veterinary science is no exception. The exposure of veterinary students to Information Technology has increased many-fold over the years with the advent of computer-aided learning. IT-enabled devices and the Internet. Veterinary scientists routinely use advanced equipment with computer interfaces for their research. Field veterinarians in many states are already using computers and the Internet for compiling data for sample surveys, livestock census, technical reports and human resource management. This has led to the creation of a whole new branch of science called “Veterinary Informatics.”

This book covers not only the basics of Information Technology like understanding computers and software, but also its various practical applications in the field of veterinary science like livestock health care, disease monitoring and surveillance, telemedicine, veterinary hospital management software, herd management software etc. The role of the Internet in aiding veterinarians has been emphasized – separate chapters on internet usage, internet resources, online library resources, and social networking have been included, along with a classified list of useful websites. There are chapters on e-learning and the application of IT in the improvement of veterinary education.

The language and expression used are simple, so that even people with no previous knowledge of computers can comprehend the concepts easily. Screenshots and illustrations have been used to better explain certain ideas. Many of the commonly-used IT terms are listed in a Glossary for easy reference.

The day is not far when concepts like hospital management software, Management information systems. Paperless office, internet-enabled diagnosis, real-time disease monitoring and surveillance, geographical information systems; telemedicine etc. will become part of the day-to-day activities of veterinarians. This book aims to create awareness regarding these concepts and empower veterinarians with the necessary skills required to face future challenges.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Vivek M. Patil

Dr. Vivek M. Patil has over twelve years experience in teaching, research and extension activities and has served in various institutes, including the Veterinary Dispensary, Farmers' Training Centre and Veterinary College. He is presently serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Livestock Production and Management, Veterinary College, Bidar, and is also a Member of the Project Planning and Monitoring Cell of the Karnataka Veterinary, Animal & Fisheries Sciences University, Bidar. He has completed his Graduation from Veterinary College, Bidar and Post-Graduation from the College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Parbhani. He has also done a Diploma in Computer Applications and Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management from the Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi. Dr. Vivek has been awarded the Indian Council of Agricultural Research's Junior and Senior Research Fellowship in Livestock Production and Management. He has also represented the country at the International Youth Programme of the XXth World's Poultry Congress where he presented a paper on 'Computer-aided poultry farm management." He is a life member of various professional bodies. Dr. Vivek's keen interest in computer applications in animal science led him to use relational database management software and C++ programming extensively during his Post-Graduation. He was also made in-charge of office automation and training of staff of the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services of Bidar District in the use of computers. He has organized a Refresher Course on "Information Technology in Veterinary Practice" for officers of the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services of Karnataka State, and is presently developing a Livestock Management Software for use on organized farms, and an e-learning portal for UG courses on Livestock Production Management – sites.google.com/site/viveklpm.