In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the February 2026 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Urgent Care Evaluation and Management of Constipation

• 02:18 Why Constipation Matters

• 03:36 Three Patient Categories

• 06:28 Constipation Myths

• 07:19 X-rays And Docusate

• 09:42 What Is Normal

• 12:12 Red Flags And Mimics

• 15:34 Rectal Exam Decisions

• 17:08 Enemas And Disimpaction

• 20:20 Urgent Care Logistics

• 21:05 Constipation vs Pain

• 23:34 Appendicitis Cautionary Tale

• 24:42 Treatment Ladder Basics

• 26:13 Polyethylene Glycol Power

• 29:26 Stercoral Colitis

• 30:46 Normal Bowel Habits

• 31:55 Bottom Line Red Flags

• 33:30 When Its Not Constipation

• 36:27 Wrap Up and Next Topics

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the December 2025 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, An Evidence-Based Approach to Asymptomatic Hypertension in Urgent Care

• Episode Overview: Asymptomatic Hypertension

• New Guidelines and Recommendations

• Understanding Blood Pressure Numbers

• End Organ Damage: The BARKH Acronym

• Safe Management of High Blood Pressure

• Lifestyle Modifications for Hypertension

• Medication Management in Urgent Care

• Measuring Blood Pressure Correctly

• Special Considerations: Pregnancy and Hypertension

• Conclusion and Takeaways

In this episode, Tracey Davidoff, MD and Joe Toscano, MD discuss the January 2026 Evidence-Based Urgent Care article, Urgent Care Evaluation and Management of Motor Vehicle Collision Injuries: An Evidence-Based Approach

• Special Guest Introduction

• Motor Vehicle Collision Evaluation

• Imaging and Diagnostic Tools

• Head and Neck Injury Management

• Chest and Extremity Injury Management

• Discharge Instructions and Patient Education

• Closing Remarks and Upcoming Topics

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

• 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

• 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 Acute Low Back Pain: A Review of Current Evidence

• 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

• 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

• 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