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Performing Trauma-Informed Pelvic Exams: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals

Pelvic exams can be uncomfortable—even distressing—for many patients. That’s why adopting a trauma-informed care approach is essential. It means recognizing how common trauma is and shaping your care to prioritize safety, empowerment, and trust. When done thoughtfully, a pelvic exam can become more than just a clinical necessity—it can be a meaningful moment of connection...

Suzette Iverson, PA-C
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Beta-Agonist Delivery: MDI with Spacer vs Nebulizer in Urgent Care

Wheezers everywhere.

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Early MMR Vaccination: Protecting Infants During the Measles Outbreaks

Measles was declaredeliminated in the United States in 2000. Yet, in 2025, it’s back with force. At the time of this writing, theCDC reports outbreaks in 31 states, with 1,001 confirmed cases and two pediatric deaths—96% of those infected being either unvaccinated or have an unknown vaccination status against measles. One-third of U.S. cases this year have occurred in...

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Managing Clavicle Fractures in Urgent Care

Clavicle fractures are among the most common orthopedic injuries that we encounter in the Urgent Care setting. That makes them the perfect topic for a quick review!

Brett Murray, MD
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Early Pregnancy Bleeding: Navigating the First Trimester in the ED

First-trimester vaginal bleeding is one of the most common—and nerve-wracking—reasons patients come to the Emergency Department (ED). As emergency clinicians, we’re often the first stop. That means assessing and managing everything from the routine to the truly serious.

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Caring for Patients with Dementia: The Hard Questions

When caring for patients with dementia, some of the hardest moments don’t come from the diagnosis itself—but from the complex, emotionally charged decisions that follow. From driving safety to end-of-life planning and managing agitation, there are no easy answers. Here’s a practical guide to help you navigate the challenges, support families, and make thoughtful,...

Suzette Iverson, PA-C
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Decoding Pediatric Shock: A Primer

When it comes to managing critically ill children, recognizing and treating shock is one of the most essential—and high-stakes—skills a pediatrician can master. 

Jen Janocha, PA-C
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Work-Life Balance for Nurse Practitioners: Making the Most of Summer Without Burning Out

While clinic schedules and waiting rooms ebb and flow with seasonal illnesses, the demands on clinician time remain constant.

Katy Vogelaar, FNP-C
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The Superhero Burrito: Wrapping Kids in Comfort, Not Chaos

You’re in the middle of suturing a pediatric facial laceration, and your tiny patient has just entered full wiggle mode. Arms are flailing, legs are kicking, and you’re starting to wonder if you’ve accidentally been cast in a live-action wrestling match.

Ross Cohen, DO
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Herbs and Supplements Mythbusting: Separating Fact from Fiction

Herbal supplements are everywhere—and so are the bold claims that come with them. From tea tree oil to echinacea to zinc, they’re often marketed as natural cures for everything from acne to the common cold. But how much of it actually holds up?

Tiffany Proffitt, DO
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Protracted Bacterial Bronchitis: The Cough That Won’t Quit

A weary parent walks into your urgent care clinic, eyes heavy from too many sleepless nights. “This cough just won’t go away,” they say. The child beside them is tired too—persistent, wet coughing for weeks, difficulty keeping up with peers, and no end in sight.

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