Expert Interpretation Through Trusted Partnerships
At Bee’s Knees Imaging, we believe that superior image acquisition is just the beginning. To ensure every study leads to an accurate diagnosis, we collaborate with a network of premier telemedicine providers and board-certified specialists who deliver thorough and clinically relevant interpretations.
By combining our high-quality ultrasound studies with specialized diagnostic expertise, we provide veterinary teams with the precise information and confidence required to guide patient care.
Why Our Partnerships Matter
Our interpretation partners provide:
- Direct access to board-certified specialist expertise.
- Rapid report turnaround to support timely clinical decisions.
- Detailed diagnostic reports including findings and clinical insights.
- Ongoing case support and collaborative specialist consultation.
- Specialized knowledge across multiple veterinary disciplines.
Our multi-partner model ensures flexibility and reliability, allowing us to match each unique practice with the most appropriate specialized resource, tailored to their specific telemedicine goals.
A Shared Commitment to Patient Care
The specialists and organizations featured here are trusted extensions of our own team. We are united by a dedication to diagnostic excellence and a shared goal of helping veterinarians achieve the best possible clinical outcomes for the animals we serve.
Bee’s Knees Partner
Coastal Veterinary Cardiology
Founded: 2022
Coastal Veterinary Cardiology (CVC) is a privately-owned veterinary telemedicine practice built on consistency, collaboration, and personalized support. Led by Dr. Maggie Lamy, owner and primary consultant, CVC works closely with veterinary teams and sonographers to provide thoughtful case evaluations, tailored recommendations, and ongoing case consultation when needed.
As a small telemedicine group, CVC is uniquely positioned to provide continuity of care and consistent interpretations throughout a patient’s lifetime. This collaborative approach allows veterinarians to develop long-term relationships with us while ensuring patients eceive high-quality cardiac assessments and recommendations.
Our partnership combines expert image acquisition with specialized cardiology interpretation, helping practices access advanced diagnostic insights without disrupting their workflow. Together, we are committed to supporting veterinarians in delivering exceptional patient care through clear communication, clinical expertise, and practical treatment guidance.
While many cases can be effectively managed through telemedicine consultation, CVC also recognizes when additional specialty evaluation or advanced intervention is in a patient’s best interest. When appropriate, referral recommendations for in-practice cardiac intervention may be made to ensure pets receive the highest level of care available for their specific condition.
Why We Partner With Bee’s Knees Imaging
“Having worked with Bee’s Knees Sonographers for nearly 10 years, I can confidently speak to their exceptional skill, professionalism, and dedication to patient care. Together, our teams provide high-quality imaging, accurate interpretations, and timely recommendations that help veterinarians deliver the best possible care for their patients.
— Dr. Lamy, Coastal Veterinary Cardiology
Additionally, Heidi has trained directly under my guidance in advanced cardiac imaging and has developed into a highly skilled sonographer with a strong commitment to diagnostic excellence. Beyond their technical expertise, Bee’s Knees Sonographers are trusted partners who are a pleasure to work with and truly care about the practices and animals they serve.”
Areas of Expertise
Services
- Echocardiogram + ECG interpretation
- Cardiac telemedicine consultations with treatment recommendations
- Focused Internal Medicine (AUS) consultations
- Comprehensive reports including:
- Differential diagnoses
- Treatment recommendations
- Follow-up recommendations
- Case consultation and specialist cardiology support
- Additional cardiology consulting services for specialty projects and expert review
Report Turnaround Times
- Standard reports: Completed within 24 hours of submission
- STAT reports: Available during regular business hours
Key Differentiators
- Accessible, Collaborative Support
Available for follow-up questions, case discussions, and treatment guidance after the report is delivered, providing ongoing support to your veterinary team. - Consistency You Can Trust
Cases are reviewed by the same cardiology team over time, allowing for meaningful comparisons, continuity of care, and a deeper understanding of each patient’s history. - Expert Imaging + Specialist Interpretation
Combines high-quality image acquisition by an experienced sonographer with board-certified cardiology review, following a collaborative model similar to human medicine. Referral recommendations are provided whenever advanced specialty care is in the patient’s best interest.
Learn More About Our Partner!
Bee’s Knees Partner
SVS Imaging
Founded: 2017
SVS Imaging is a Midwest-based veterinary diagnostic imaging company dedicated to helping veterinary teams provide advanced care through accessible specialty support. Diagnostic services include mobile ultrasound, teleradiology, telemedicine consultations, advanced imaging education, and outpatient diagnostic imaging.
Through a team of experienced sonographers and a trusted network of Board-Certified Radiologists, Internal Medicine Specialists, Cardiologists, and Critical Care Specialists, SVS Imaging provides veterinary professionals with the expertise, guidance, and diagnostic confidence needed to make timely, informed decisions for their patients.
Why We Partner With Bee’s Knees Imaging
“Working with Bee’s Knees has been a seamless partnership. Their mobile ultrasounds are consistently top-tier, providing our specialist team with the high-quality images needed for accurate diagnostics. Beyond their exceptional patient care, Heidi has generously shared her expertise as an instructor at our hands-on ultrasound training labs, helping veterinarians build confidence and proficiency in diagnostic imaging. Her dedication to education, combined with the team’s genuine compassion for every animal they treat, makes Bee’s Knees an invaluable partner and a trusted resource within the veterinary community.”
— SVS Imaging Team
Areas of Expertise
Veterinary Telemedicine & Interpretation Services
- Teleradiology: Expert interpretation of radiographs, ultrasound studies, CT scans, and MRI examinations.
- Telemedicine: Comprehensive reviews of abdominal ultrasounds, echocardiograms, ECGs, Holter monitor studies, and full internal medicine consultations for complex cases.
- Reports include detailed findings, annotations, pathology markings, and clinical recommendations.
- Direct access to board-certified specialists for case support and collaboration.
Hours of Operation & Turnaround Times
- 8am-8pm CST 7 days a week
- Routine Cases: Within 24 hours
- STAT Cases: 2–6 hours
- Same-day reporting available for many cases
Key Differentiators
- Clinical Support You Can Rely On Midwest-owned and operated with a reputation for responsiveness and personalized service.
- Helping You Do More In-House Strong focus on partnership, accessibility, and helping veterinary teams confidently manage more cases in-house.
- Specialist Expertise That Teaches Board-certified specialist interpretations with annotated images that provide both diagnostic guidance and educational value.
- Flexible, Practice-Friendly Options Competitive pricing with no monthly minimums or long-term contracts.
- Clear Direction For Better Patient Care Fast turnaround times that help practices improve patient care and reduce referral delays.
Learn More About Our Partner!
Bee’s Knees Partner
Steele Internal Medicine, LLC
Steele Internal Medicine provides expert telemedicine interpretation of abdominal, cervical, and thoracic ultrasound studies for both licensed sonographers and veterinarians. Each report includes a detailed assessment of imaging findings along with clinical insight regarding their significance, diagnostic considerations, and recommended next steps.
Founded by Dr. Steele, a board-certified small animal internist (DACVIM), Steele Internal Medicine combines advanced internal medicine expertise with a collaborative approach to patient care. After achieving board certification in 2019 and spending several years in private
specialty practice, Dr. Steele established her telemedicine practice to provide accessible, high-quality consultation services to veterinary teams.
Through our partnership, clinics gain access to timely, thorough ultrasound interpretations and practical recommendations that support confident clinical decision-making and exceptional patient care.
Why We Partner With Bee’s Knees Imaging
“Since Bee’s Knees Sonographers’ inception (2024), I have had the pleasure of working closely with Heidi and her team. Heidi is an exceptionally skilled and thorough sonographer whose attention to detail and commitment to patient care consistently result in high-quality studies. She is collaborative, professional, and a pleasure to work with”
— Dr. Steele, DACVIM
Areas of Expertise
Telemedicine Services & Report Turnaround Times
- Full Abdominal Ultrasound Interpretation
Report returned by 5:00 PM EST on the next business day. - STAT Full Abdominal Ultrasound Interpretation
Report returned within 2–4 hours for studies submitted by 2:00 PM EST (or as otherwise arranged with Dr. Steele) - Full Abdominal Recheck Ultrasound
Available for patients with a prior study interpreted by Dr. Steele within the previous 5 months. Report returned by 5:00 PM EST on the next business day. - Focal Ultrasound Interpretation
Includes focused abdominal, urinary, cervical, and thoracic ultrasound studies. Report returned by 5:00 PM EST on the next business day. - Limited Recheck Ultrasound
Available for patients with a prior focal study interpreted by Dr. Steele within the previous 5 months. Report returned by 5:00 PM EST on the next business day.
Key Differentiator
- Internal Medicine Expertise Beyond the Report
Each interpretation includes not only a detailed assessment of ultrasound findings, but also practical clinical consultation and guidance from the perspective of a board-certified internist to help inform diagnostic plans, treatment decisions, and next steps in patient care.
