Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella with Dr Tim Horeczko

In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and Tim Horeczko, MD discuss the November 2025 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Management of Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella in Pediatric Patients

00:00 Introduction to Emergency Medicine

00:21 Welcome and Holiday Greetings

01:16 Special Guest Introduction

01:41 Discussion on Pediatric Emergency Medicine

04:55 Epidemiology of Measles

08:16 Challenges in Diagnosing Measles

14:27 Mumps: Symptoms and Complications

27:36 Rubella: Risks and Symptoms

29:28 Varicella: Symptoms and Precautions

33:12 Differential Diagnosis and Conclusion

35:14 Using Inductive Reasoning in Medical Diagnosis

35:40 Recognizing Purpuric Rash and Its Implications

36:22 Guidance for EMS Colleagues on Handling Fever and Rash

37:14 Importance of Communication and Relationships with EMS

39:12 Decontamination and PPE Protocols for EMS

42:34 Detailed Patient Assessment in the ED

46:06 Diagnostic Testing and Clinical Diagnosis

49:20 Reporting Responsibilities and Treatment Protocols

01:01:19 Addressing Vaccine Controversies and Public Trust

01:06:25 Conclusion and Additional Resources

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