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5 Ways Transcribe AI Can Transform Your Workday

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 by Lauren Jones, VMD
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5 Ways Transcribe AI Can Transform Your Workday

Whether you’re deep in the chaos of back-to-back appointments or it’s one of those eerily calm days, you know how important it is to make every second count in the world of veterinary medicine.

One of the smartest ways to take control of your time—no matter what the day throws at you—is through more efficient charting.

Enter your new assistant, Transcribe AI. With this artificial intelligence (AI) speech-to-text dictation tool, Shepherd takes our promise of getting you home for dinner on time to a whole new level. Let’s explore a few ways this new AI tool can transform your approach to veterinary care.

#1: Turn hours of charting into mere minutes

If you’ve ever watched a stack of unfinished paper charts—or a growing list of open case tabs—build up during the day, you know how that creeping sense of dread can wear you down. 

Transcribe AI transforms that dread into relief by converting your spoken words into clean, accurate text—without you having to do a thing! Whether you choose to dictate during the exam or between appointments, you’ll be able to view your findings in real-time, neatly displayed within the patient record.

#2: Keep the conversation going with a seamless integration

Designed to sync effortlessly within Shepherd, Transcribe AI doesn’t require complicated setup, plug-ins, or constant toggling between apps or platforms. Simply use the veterinary practice management software you already know and trust, enable Transcribe AI, and have your notes captured as you continue with your normal appointment workflow. 

#3: Ensure greater accuracy and consistency

AI transcription tools go beyond traditional dictation programs by using natural language processing (NLP) to recognize and understand veterinary-specific terminology. The result? Fewer errors, more consistent formatting aligned with industry standards, and better continuity of care—even when cases are referred out to other practices.

While it’s still important to check any AI-generated notes for accuracy, you’ll quickly notice this tool improving over time. As you use it, Transcribe AI learns your speech patterns, frequently used terms, and usage style, becoming smarter and more precise with every case. Now that’s a helpful assistant!

#4: Increase your productivity without sacrificing care

Chances are, you already know exactly how you’ll use the time you’ll save with AI speech-to-text dictation. Maybe you will spend more time with patients and clients, host regular team check-ins or trainings, or simply take a well-earned moment to recharge. However you use it, it’s sure to be time well spent.

Clinics and veterinarians using AI dictation tools experience meaningful gains in efficiency—less time spent on documentation, sharper focus during appointments, enhanced communication with clients and the team, and more streamlined, accurate, and attentive care.

#5: Enjoy peace of mind with simplified compliance and record-keeping

Accurate, updated patient documentation isn’t merely a matter of efficiency, but critical for legal protection, compliance, and maintaining consistent standards of care. AI tools ensure your patient records are always current, legible, organized, and complete. 

Whether you need to call upon your records for an internal audit, insurance filing, or to demonstrate regulatory compliance, Transcribe AI and Shepherd’s cloud-based software ensure you always feel confident that your data is current, compliant, securely stored, and easy to locate.

Are you ready to work smarter with AI dictation software?

Veterinary care is all about connecting with pets and pet parents to ensure every patient enjoys the best possible health. By using Transcribe AI in tandem with Shepherd, you can meet today’s technological challenges without compromising connection, compassion, and care—and still get home on time.

Ready to talk about Transcribe AI? Contact us to schedule your free Shepherd demo or chat with your Shepherd representative to learn more about this exciting new tool!

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