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🤖 Built-In AI Assistant

Manta's 24/7 in-app chat helps you with your records instantly

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Written by Adam @ Manta
Updated over 3 weeks ago

Get instant help with case analysis, treatment plans, drug dosing, and clinical questions without leaving Manta.


📋 What Is the AI Assistant?

Clinical Support: Trained specifically for veterinary medicine to help with case analysis, differential diagnosis, treatment planning, and drug calculations.

Instant Access: Available directly within your patient cases - no need to switch apps or search external resources.

Context-Aware: Understands your current case details and can provide targeted advice based on the specific patient information.


🔍 How to Use the Assistant

From Any Patient Case:

  1. Click the AI Assistant tab (available in every patient record)

  2. Ask your question - be specific about what you need help with

  3. Get instant, relevant answers based on current veterinary best practices

  4. Copy responses directly into your case notes if helpful

Smart Context: The assistant automatically knows:

  • Current patient details (species, age, weight, etc.)

  • Case history and presenting complaints

  • Any treatments or medications already documented


⚡ Try It Yourself (2 minutes)

  1. Open any patient case in Manta

  2. Click the AI Assistant button in the toolbar

  3. Ask a specific question like "generate a treatment plan" or "what's the carprofen dose for this patient?"

  4. Review the response and incorporate relevant information into your case

Professional clinical guidance available instantly!


🎯 What the Assistant Can Help With

Clinical Decision Making:

  • Generate comprehensive treatment plans

  • Suggest diagnostic approaches

  • Calculate drug dosages by weight

  • Recommend monitoring protocols

  • Provide differential diagnosis support

Case Management:

  • Create discharge instructions

  • Develop follow-up plans

  • Suggest client communication strategies

  • Help with referral letters

  • Organize complex case information

Quick References:

  • Drug interactions and contraindications

  • Normal reference ranges by species

  • Emergency protocols and procedures

  • Client education talking points


🎯 Example Questions

Treatment Planning:

  • "Generate a treatment plan for this patient"

  • "What's the appropriate dose of [medication] for this case?"

  • "What monitoring should I recommend?"

Case Analysis:

  • "What are the top differentials for these symptoms?"

  • "What diagnostic tests would you recommend?"

  • "Is there anything I might be missing?"

Client Communication:

  • "Help me explain this diagnosis to the owner"

  • "Create discharge instructions for this case"

  • "What should I tell them to watch for at home?"


🎯 Best Practices

For Best Results:

  • Be specific in your questions

  • Include relevant case details if not already documented

  • Ask follow-up questions to clarify recommendations

  • Always use clinical judgment - the assistant is a tool, not a replacement for veterinary expertise

Integration Tips:

  • Use responses as starting points for your own clinical reasoning

  • Copy helpful information directly into case notes

  • Ask for clarification on any recommendations you're unsure about

  • Combine assistant suggestions with your clinical experience


⚠️ Important Notes

Clinical Responsibility:

  • The AI Assistant provides information and suggestions based on general veterinary knowledge

  • All clinical decisions remain the responsibility of the attending veterinarian

  • Always use your professional judgment and consider individual patient factors

  • Consult with specialists or additional resources when appropriate

Emergency Situations:

  • For true emergencies, contact your emergency clinic or specialist immediately

  • The assistant is designed for clinical support, not emergency triage

  • Use established emergency protocols for critical patients


💡 Need Help?

The In-App AI Assistant is designed to support your clinical decision-making process. For questions about using the assistant effectively or troubleshooting, contact us at [email protected]

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