Discharge Instructions That Clients Actually Understand
VetGeni transforms your clinical documentation into clear, client-friendly discharge summaries. Medication schedules, care instructions, and warning signs—all in plain language.
Complete Discharge Documentation
Every discharge summary includes these essential sections, automatically formatted for clarity
Diagnosis Summary
Clear explanation of the pet's condition in terms clients can understand
Medication Schedule
Visual medication table with drug names, doses, frequency, and duration
Home Care Instructions
Step-by-step guidance for feeding, activity, wound care, and recovery
Warning Signs
Highlighted symptoms that require immediate veterinary attention
Follow-Up Care
Scheduled recheck appointments and when to call the clinic
Emergency Contact
After-hours clinic information and emergency resources
The Discharge Instruction Problem
- ✗Clients forget verbal instructions
Studies show clients retain less than 20% of verbal discharge information
- ✗Medical jargon confuses pet owners
Terms like “BID” and “NPO” mean nothing to most clients
- ✗Handwritten notes are hard to read
Illegible instructions lead to medication errors and callback questions
- ✗Writing takes too long
Staff spend 10+ minutes per discharge writing custom instructions
The VetGeni Solution
- ✓Printed + digital instructions
Clients leave with clear documentation they can reference at home
- ✓Plain language translation
AI converts “BID” to “twice daily, morning and evening”
- ✓Professional, readable format
Clean typography, visual medication tables, highlighted warnings
- ✓Generated in seconds
AI creates complete discharge from your SOAP notes automatically
From Clinical Notes to Client Handout
Complete Your SOAP
Finish documentation as usual with VetGeni
Click “Generate Discharge”
AI extracts relevant client information
Review & Customize
Add specific instructions or warnings
Print or Send
Deliver via print, email, or text
Discharge Instructions FAQs
- What are veterinary discharge instructions?
- Discharge instructions are written documents given to pet owners when their animal leaves the clinic. They include diagnosis summary, medication schedules, feeding guidelines, activity restrictions, wound care instructions, follow-up appointment details, and warning signs to watch for.
- How does VetGeni generate discharge instructions?
- VetGeni uses AI to transform your clinical notes and SOAP documentation into client-friendly language. The system automatically structures medications with dosing schedules, creates easy-to-follow care instructions, and highlights important warning signs—all formatted for printing or email.
- Can I customize the discharge instruction templates?
- Yes. VetGeni provides customizable templates for different visit types (surgery, dental, illness, wellness). You can add your clinic branding, modify section headers, and save custom templates for frequently used discharge scenarios.
- Are discharge instructions available in multiple languages?
- Currently, VetGeni generates discharge instructions in English with medical terminology translated to plain language. Multi-language support is on our roadmap for 2025.
- How do I share discharge instructions with clients?
- VetGeni offers multiple delivery options: print directly from the platform, download as PDF, email to the client, or generate a QR code for mobile access. All formats maintain clear formatting and readability.
- Can discharge instructions include medication reminders?
- Yes. VetGeni can generate medication schedules that clients can add to their calendar. For clinics using our full platform, automated text/email reminders can be configured.
Better Discharge Instructions, Happier Clients
Clear communication reduces callbacks, improves compliance, and builds trust.
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