In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the November 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Laboratory Testing in Urgent Care: Best Practices for Choosing and Interpreting Respiratory and Genitourinary Tests (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/procedures/urgent-care-laboratory-testing)* Discussion on Laboratory Testing in Urgent Care* Interpreting Test Results: Molecular vs. Antigen* Clinical Pathways for STIs* Home Testing and Its Challenges* Diagnosing and Treating Herpes Simplex* PCR Testing for Strep* Test of Cure and Its Importance* Conclusion and Future Topics

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the October 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Diagnosis and Management of International Travel-Related Illnesses in Urgent Care Patients (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/infectious-diseases/urgent-care-travel-related-illnesses)* Discussion on International Travel-Related Illnesses* Diagnosis and Management of Travel-Related Illnesses* Malaria: Key Points and Testing* Common Illnesses in Travelers* Traveler's Diarrhea: Causes and Treatment* Preventative Measures and Travel Advice* Psychological Issues Related to Travel

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the September 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Urgent Care Management of (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/HEENT/urgent-care-ocular-injuries)Acute Low Back Pain: A Review of Current Evidence (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/orthopedic-musculoskeletal/urgent-care-low-back-pain)* Imaging and Diagnostic Considerations* Effective Treatments for Back Pain* Steroid Use in Back Pain: Risks and Evidence* The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise* Documentation Tips for Back Pain Cases* Conclusion and Upcoming Topics

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the August 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Urgent Care Management of Diverticular Disease (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/HEENT/urgent-care-ocular-injuries)* Discussion on Diverticular Disease Management* Antibiotic Stewardship in Diverticulitis* Imaging and Diagnostic Techniques* Diet and Microbiome Impact* Pain Management Strategies* Complications and Follow-Up* Closing Remarks and Next Month's Topic

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the July 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Ocular Injuries: Evidence-Based Strategies for Urgent Care Management (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/HEENT/urgent-care-ocular-injuries)* Ocular Injuries Overview* Common and Vision-Threatening Eye Injuries* Historical Elements in Eye Injury Diagnosis* Physical Examination and Visual Acuity* Treatment of Common Eye Conditions* Chemical Exposures and Irrigation* Specialty Referrals and Eye Patching* Conclusion and Upcoming Topics

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the June 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Evaluation and Management of Wrist Injuries in the Urgent Care Setting (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/orthopedic-musculoskeletal/urgent-care-wrist-injuries)* Common Wrist Injuries and Their Management* Detailed Examination and Diagnostic Tips* Treating Fractures* Hematoma Block Procedure* Splinting Techniques* Pain Management Strategies* Risk Management and Pitfalls* Closing Thoughts and Future Topics

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the May 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Urgent Care Management of Migraine and Other Primary Headaches (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/orthopedic-musculoskeletal/urgent-care-pediatric-elbow-forearm-pain)* Migraine Misconceptions* Diagnostic Criteria and Red Flags* Imaging and When to Use It* Primary Headache Types and Treatment Options* Cluster Headaches* SNOOP 10 and Clinical Decision Tools* Treating and Preventing Headaches* Medication Overuse Headaches

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the April 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Urgent Care Evaluation and Management of Pediatric Elbow and Forearm Pain in Adults, Part II (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/orthopedic-musculoskeletal/urgent-care-pediatric-elbow-forearm-pain)* Anatomy and Differential Diagnosis* Common Pediatric Elbow Injuries* Diagnostic Tools and Red Flags* Treatment Approaches for Pediatric Elbow Injuries* Ortho Evaluation and Follow-Up* Understanding Physio Fractures* Special Populations in Pediatric Care* Controversies and Cutting-Edge Practices* Practical Tips for Pediatric Fracture Management* Key Points and Pearls

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the March 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Urgent Care Evaluation and Management of Elbow and Forearm Pain in Adults, Part I (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/orthopedic-musculoskeletal/urgent-care-elbow-forearm-pain)* Introduction* Forearm Injuries: Overview and Authors* Anatomy and Common Injuries* Evaluation and Diagnostic Studies* Treatment Approaches* Special Populations and Controversies* Points, Pearls, and Conclusion

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the February 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Evaluation and Management of Ankle Injuries in Urgent Care* Introduction* Anatomy and Common Injuries* Differential Diagnosis and Types of Ankle Sprains* Fractures and Non-Traumatic Causes of Ankle Pain* History and Physical Examination* Diagnosing Tendon Injuries in the Ankle* Diagnostic Studies* Treatment Goals and Methods* Special Considerations for Specific Populations* Cutting-Edge Concepts and Controversies* Practical Tips and Final Thoughts

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the January 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Management of Nephrolithiasis in the Urgent Care Setting* Introduction* Pathophysiology and Differential Diagnosis of Kidney Stones* Evaluating Patients in Urgent Care* Diagnostic Studies for Kidney Stones* Imaging and Case Study* Treatment and Pain Management* Renal Precautions and NSAID Use* Effectiveness of NSAIDs and Acetaminophen* Opioids and Legal Considerations* Medical Expulsive Therapy* Special Populations and Kidney Stones* Controversies and Cutting-Edge Treatments* Patient Disposition and Follow-Up* Final Points and Pearls* Conclusion and Next Month's Topic

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the November 2024 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Influenza in Urgent Care: 2024-2025 Season Update* Introduction* Epidemiology of Influenza* Transmission and Symptoms of Influenza* Importance of Vaccination* Differential Diagnoses and Evaluation* Testing for Influenza and COVID-19* Treatment* Controversies and Disposition* Key Points and Pearls* Conclusion

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the November 2024 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Management of Epistaxis in the Urgent Care Setting* Introduction* November 2024 Issue Overview* Understanding Epistaxis: Causes and Concerns* Evaluating and Managing Epistaxis* Special Populations and Considerations* Controversies and Cutting-Edge Treatments* Disposition and Follow-Up* Final Points and Pearls* Conclusion and Upcoming Topics

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the October 2024 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Diagnosis and Management of Acute Gastroenteritis in Adults in the Urgent Care Setting. * Introduction* Overview of Acute Gastroenteritis * Pathophysiology and Differential Diagnosis * History and Physical Examination * Diagnostic Studies * Treatment Options * Special Populations * Controversies and Cutting Edge * Disposition and Risk Management * Points and Pearls * Conclusion and Resources

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the September 2024 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Urgent Care Management of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding in the Nonpregnant Patient (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/gynecologic-obstetric/urgent-care-abnormal-uterine-bleeding)* Introducing the September Issue: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding* Understanding Abnormal Uterine Bleeding: Etiology and Pathophysiology* Urgent Care Evaluation of Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding* Diagnostic Studies for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding* Treatment Options for Abnormal Uterine Bleeding* Contraindications and Cautions with Ibuprofen* Tranexamic Acid: An Underappreciated Treatment* Managing Unstable Patients with Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding* Special Patient Populations and Situations* Genital Mutilation and Piercings: Cultural and Medical Considerations* Cutting Edge Treatments and Controversies* Risk Management and Legal Pitfalls* Key Points and Pearls* Conclusion

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the August 2024 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Diagnosis and Management of Acute Otitis Media and Acute Otitis Externa for the Urgent Care Clinician* Introduction to Acute Otitis Media and Externa in Urgent Care* Anatomy and Pathophysiology of Ear Conditions* Diagnosis and Epidemiology of Otitis Media* Complications and Pathogens of Otitis Media* Understanding Otitis Externa* Differential Diagnosis for Ear Pain* Physical Examination and Diagnostic Tools* Treatment and Disposition for Acute Otitis Media* Watch and Wait Approach in Children* Antibiotic Selection and Dosage* Conjunctivitis Otitis Syndrome* Penicillin Allergies and Alternatives* Otitis Externa: Treatment and Disposition* Special Populations and Complications* Key Points and Pearls* Conclusion

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the July 2024 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Managing Shoulder Injuries in the Urgent Care: Fracture, Dislocation, and Overuse* Introduction to Managing Shoulder Injuries in Urgent Care* Understanding Shoulder Anatomy* Differential Diagnosis of Shoulder Pain* Physical Examination Techniques* Diagnostic Studies and Imaging* Clavicle and Scapula Fractures* Surgical Interventions for Fractures* Sternoclavicular Joint Dislocations* AC Separation and Treatment* Glenohumeral Joint Dislocations* Pain Control Strategies* Techniques for Reducing Dislocations* Overuse Syndromes and Treatment* Cutting Edge Techniques* Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the June 2024 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, HIV in the Urgent Care Setting: Treatment and Prevention* Introduction to HIV in Urgent Care* HIV Treatment and Prevention Overview* Epidemiology and Pathophysiology of HIV* Clinical Presentation and Differential Diagnosis* Urgent Care Evaluation and Screening* Pre-Exposure and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis* Testing and Diagnosis of HIV* Treatment Guidelines and Medication Management* Special Situations and Cutting-Edge Treatments* Key Points and Clinical Pearls* Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the May 2024 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Evidence-Based Management of Angioedema in Urgent Care* Introduction to Angioedema Management* Understanding Angioedema* Differential Diagnosis and Clinical Assessment* Treatment Protocols for Angioedema* Controversies and Cutting-Edge Treatments* Disposition and Patient Management* Key Points and Clinical Pearls* Conclusion and Wrap-Up

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the April 2024 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Electrical Injuries: Management of Low-Voltage Shocks and Burns in Urgent Care* Introduction to Electrical Injuries* Understanding Electrical Injuries* Principles of Electricity and Its Effects* Management and Evaluation in Urgent Care* Diagnostic Tests and Late Presentations* High Risk Criteria and Disposition* Special Considerations: Children, Pregnancy, and Taser Injuries* Conclusion and Wrap-Up