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National/Breaking News / Re: Outrage erupts when authorities toss 2 farmers in prison on 30-day sentences
« Last post by berdie on Today at 06:08:56 pm »Ultrasound Dilemma: Battle Over Veterinary Practice Laws Sparks Controversy
My Vet Candy 4/28/2024
In Pennsylvania, the definition of veterinary practice under state law casts a wide net, encompassing any method or mode used for diagnosis. Despite ultrasound not being explicitly mentioned, veterinarian groups assert that it falls under this regulation. Dr. William Croushore, representing the state Veterinary Medical Association, emphasizes that performing ultrasounds for pregnancy and reproductive issues in cattle is unquestionably a part of veterinary medicine.
The recent arrest of Rusty Herr and Ethan Wentworth, operating partners of NoBull Solutions LLC, has brought this issue to the forefront. The Pennsylvania Veterinary Medicine Association filed a complaint in 2020 alleging the illegal practice of veterinary medicine by unlicensed individuals employed by NoBull Solutions. The complaint alleges that unlicensed individuals were conducting ultrasounds and making diagnoses.
While Herr and Wentworth maintain their innocence, claiming their actions are within their rights as farmers to provide standard breeding practices, the situation has escalated. Attorney Robert Barnes, representing Herr and Wentworth, decries what he perceives as unjust persecution, alleging collusion between veterinary trade organizations and state authorities.
More: https://www.myvetcandy.com/blog/2024/4/28/ultrasound-dilemma-battle-over-veterinary-practice-laws-sparks-controversy
Thanks @Elderberry . The article offers some clarification.
It's not the use of the device but the sale of service using the device. The article does state that it is legal for a rancher to use a sonogram on owned livestock or by a paid employee . So I think it's a pretty fine line between paid employee and hiring a company. It will be interesting to see how this turns out.
FWIW...I still think these guys stepped on somebody's toes. The lack of bail is worrisome.