VeterinaryDAO’s Journey to Revolutionizing Pet Care with SkinScan AI

Mihai Bărbulescu
VeterinaryDAO
Published in
4 min readMay 28, 2024

At VeterinaryDAO, our mission has always been to innovate pet healthcare using cutting-edge technology. We’re excited to share our journey with the SingularityNET / Deep Funding and Cardano communities as we develop SkinScan AI, a groundbreaking tool designed to transform canine dermatologic diagnosis.

The Genesis of SkinScan AI

The idea for SkinScan AI stemmed from a common challenge in veterinary medicine: the accurate, timely diagnosis of skin conditions in dogs. These conditions are not only prevalent but often require extensive and costly tests.

Our team envisioned a solution that harnesses artificial intelligence to help pet owners assess whether their pet’s condition is an emergency, a list of potential differential diagnoses and basic advice to aid their pet until they reach a veterinarian.

We recently took a significant step forward by submitting our proposal for SkinScan AI to Deep Funding. This initiative supports innovative projects at the intersection of AI and practical applications. Our application detailed how SkinScan AI uses AI to analyze images of canine skin, providing prompt differential diagnosis insights.

Technology and Development

SkinScan AI is being developed for publishing on the SingularityNET AI marketplace, ensuring it benefits from the latest advancements in AI technology as well as a growing, global audience.

The end-user application integrates a custom-developed AI algorithm trained on a diverse dataset of dermatological images, annotated meticulously for various skin conditions.

A key feature of SkinScan AI is its accessibility. Once deployed, the tool will be available through the VeterinaryDAO mobile app, allowing both veterinarians and pet owners to to reach a differential diagnosis quickly and accurately.

This dual accessibility is part of our broader strategy to democratize veterinary care, providing high-quality healthcare solutions directly to consumers.

Expanding the Scope of Veterinary Care

As we advance in our development, SkinScan AI is poised not just to revolutionize pet care but to set a new standard in how we integrate technology in veterinary practice.

The collaboration with both the SingularityNET and Cardano communities opens up new possibilities for scalability and security, ensuring that our AI-driven solutions are built on a decentralized platform that respects user privacy while providing unmatched efficiency.

Our partnership with the SingularityNET and Cardano ecosystems is not just a technical integration but a strategic alignment that enhances our capabilities in AI and blockchain technology. By engaging with these vibrant communities, we gain access to a wealth of knowledge and innovative ideas that help us push the boundaries of what’s possible in veterinary medicine.

Future Directions and Technological Horizons

Looking ahead, VeterinaryDAO plans to expand SkinScan AI’s capabilities to include more species and a wider array of conditions.

Our vision is to create a comprehensive diagnostic tool that not only serves dogs but also becomes a pivotal solution for all pet healthcare. This expansion will be guided by ongoing research and community feedback, ensuring that our solutions remain at the forefront of veterinary technology.

Conclusion

We believe that SkinScan AI represents a significant advancement in veterinary medicine, combining AI technology with practical, user-friendly applications to improve pet care. By supporting our project, the Deep Funding community will play a crucial role in transforming the landscape of veterinary diagnostics.

We are building this platform with the community and for the community. Your input is invaluable as we refine and enhance SkinScan AI. Join us on this exciting journey to change the landscape of pet healthcare. Follow us, share your thoughts, and stay engaged through our social media channels and website.

Call to Action

We invite everyone to support our journey by following our updates and sharing your thoughts and feedback. Together, we can make a lasting impact on pet healthcare.

As we look to the future, VeterinaryDAO is committed to advancing SkinScan AI through the continuous involvement of veterinary dermatological specialists. Their expertise is crucial not only for refining the AI’s diagnostic accuracy but also for evolving its capabilities to meet broader veterinary needs. By integrating expert feedback directly into our development process, we ensure that SkinScan AI remains at the cutting edge of veterinary medicine.

We plan to enhance our AI’s learning process with real-world data and case studies provided by these specialists. This collaboration will enable us to cover more species and complex conditions over time, broadening the impact of our technology. Community involvement is key to these advancements, as continuous human oversight and expert input are essential to guide AI development effectively.

Join us as we push the boundaries of what AI can achieve in pet healthcare, ensuring our technology grows and improves through expert collaboration and community support.

Disclaimer: VeterinaryDAO is currently under development and its services are not yet available to the public.

We’re dedicated to creating a secure, transparent, and efficient platform for veterinary telehealth services assisted by custom trained synthetic intelligence running on blockchain technologies.

The features and services discussed in this article represent our vision for the future of veterinary care and may undergo changes as we continue to innovate and refine our platform.

We’re building in public and for the public, and we deeply value your support and interest in our journey. Stay updated and connect with us through our channels:

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Mihai Bărbulescu
VeterinaryDAO

Decentralized governance cypherpunk. VeterinaryDAO Member of the Board of Advisors. Unreal Engine metaverse experiences creator.