Sore Throat

When popsicles might as well be sandpaper…

About Sore Throat

You already know a sore throat is a scratchy feeling in the back of your throat that becomes more painful when you swallow. The clinical term is pharyngitis, which describes an inflammation of the throat or pharynx. Viral infections, such as cold and flu, are the most common causes of a sore throat. Home remedies can bring relief while the virus resolves on its own. But a sore throat caused by bacteria — the dreaded strep throat or streptococcal infection — requires antibiotics. Check with Doctor On Demand to determine if your sore throat is treatable with a salt water gargle or needs a prescription.

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• You will receive a physical examination that is customized and focused to your specific complaint.
• Your doctor will guide you through looking, listening and feeling to complete a thorough assessment.
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Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Tania Elliott

graduate of Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Dr. Elliott completed her residency in Internal Medicine at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City and fellowship in Allergy and Clinical Immunology at Winthrop University Hospital on Long Island.
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Dr. Prentiss Taylor

Dr. Prentiss Taylor M.D. is board certified in Preventive Medicine as well as in Internal Medicine. Dr. Taylor is an honors graduate of Harvard College and of Harvard Medical School. He trained at the University of Chicago Hospitals and at Rush University Medical Center for his postgraduate years.
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Dr. Tony Yuan

Dr. Tony Yuan received his Bachelor of Science from Cornell University, then attended the University of California San Diego School of Medicine. He completed his emergency medicine residency at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC and has been practicing emergency medicine at a level 2 trauma center for 15 years in San Jose, CA.
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• Only board-certified physicians.
• A rigorous screening process to ensure you receive the highest quality care.

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