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 (https://www.ebmedicine.net/topics/inf...)






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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