This episode features Dr. Terry O’Neil, President and Medical Director of Urgent Care Pros, discussing why testing is essential when symptoms overlap during respiratory season. With conditions like strep, flu, RSV and COVID-19 often appearing similar at the outset, timely diagnostics provide clarity for both treatment and prevention.Dr. O’Neil shares how rapid testing empowers urgent care providers to give patients clear answers, start appropriate treatment quickly, and reduce the risk of spreading illness to vulnerable family members and communities.     About Our Speaker:  Dr. O’Neil is a board-certified ER doctor and the president and medical director of Urgent Care Pros, a group of walk-in clinics providing fast and easy access to quality care. He has over 20 years of emergency room experience and a deep commitment to caring for patients. A graduate of Columbia University, Dr. O’Neil recognized the need for fast, efficient and specialized care in both urgent care and occupational health settings, which led him to establish Urgent Care Pros in January 2020. His approach reflects the mission of Urgent Care Pros, that is to provide unparalleled customer service and specialized health support in an affordable manner, ensuring patients receive the care they need when they need it most. Beyond his clinical work, Dr. O’Neil enjoys traveling, skiing and staying active through fitness, bringing the same energy and commitment to his personal life as he does to caring for his patients.