I, the undersigned, authorize St. Francis Animal Hospital and each veterinary staff member, including Dr. Linsay Barnes, to examine, prescribe and treat my pet via teleconference. I understand that without physically examining my pet or performing diagnostic tests such as bloodwork or radiographs, the veterinarian may not have all of the information needed to provide a full and accurate diagnosis. I understand that the veterinarian is making the best recommendation possible without physically seeing the pet and I shall not hold the veterinarian or St. Francis Animal Hospital responsible if this diagnosis is inaccurate or if my pet does not improve with the recommended treatment.  I give permission for St. Francis Animal Hospital to discuss medical information via telephone, email, and online video conferencing, and to record the same. I understand that the laws that protect privacy and confidentiality of medical information also apply to telemedicine. I understand that no information obtained during my telemedicine appointment will be disclosed to third parties without my consent.