Episode 209: Do not Do

Episode 209: Do not Do

Author: Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program December 12, 2025 Duration: 21:53

Episode 209: Do not Do 

Stephanie Granat (medical student) explains three screenings that are USPSTF Grade D (Do not do): Prostate cancer, genital herpes, and pancreatic cancer. Dr. Arreaza shares some insight about testing patients with lower urinary tract symptoms and genital lesions. 

Written by Stephanie Granat, MSIV, Ross University School of Medicine. Edits and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.

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