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Expert Medical Device Reviews
Evidence-based product recommendations from Dr. David Taylor, MD, PhD. Helping healthcare professionals and patients find the best medical devices.
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Find the best medical devices and health products across 11 categories.
Mobility Aids
Wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, and mobility scooters
9 articles →Orthopedic Supports & Braces
Back, knee, ankle, and wrist braces and posture correctors
20 articles →Respiratory Equipment
Nebulizers, pulse oximeters, and peak flow meters
5 articles →Diagnostic Devices
Stethoscopes, otoscopes, ECG monitors, and diagnostic sets
7 articles →Thermometers
Infrared, forehead, and bluetooth thermometers
7 articles →Pain Relief Devices
TENS units, EMS devices, and massage guns
14 articles →First Aid & Safety
First aid kits, medical gloves, and wound care
8 articles →Weighing & Monitoring
Bathroom scales, blood pressure monitors, and glucose meters
6 articles →Hearing Aids
Hearing aids and hearing amplifiers
1 article →OTC Pharmaceuticals
Allergy medicine, eye drops, enema kits, and other over-the-counter medications
18 articles →Supplements
Electrolyte powders, probiotics, and dietary supplements
18 articles →Free Tools
Interactive tools by Dr. Taylor
Calculators, reference charts, and printable logs. No signup, no ads, no data sent anywhere.
Cholesterol Ratio Calculator
Five lipid metrics in one place — TC/HDL, LDL/HDL, TG/HDL, non-HDL, and the Atherogenic Index of Plasma — with AHA-cited bands, sex-specific targets, Friedewald LDL backfill, mg/dL ↔ mmol/L toggle, and a clinician-ready PDF log.
Open tool Sizing & fitCompression Sock Size Chart
Type your shoe size and calf measurement to see your compression sock size across 8 popular brands at once — VIM & VIGR, Sigvaris, Sockwell, FIGS, Doc Miller, Jobst, Mediven, OS1st — plus the right mmHg level for your reason.
Open tool Senior safetyFall Risk Assessment Tool
The CDC's Stay Independent 12-question screener as an interactive tool, with a built-in Timed Up-and-Go (TUG) timer, result-tied home-safety guidance, and a clinician-ready PDF log. For adults 65+ and the family members caring for them.
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7 Best Knee Pillows for Side Sleepers of 2026
Dr. David Taylor reviews the best knee pillows for side sleepers. Compare orthopedic foam pillows by shape, density, and certifications for sciatica, hip pain, and post-op recovery.
7 Best Toenail Fungus Treatments of 2026
A physician's evidence-based review of the best OTC toenail fungus treatments — antifungal drugs, keratolytic appearance products, and combination protocols, with realistic timelines and when to escalate.
Your Reviewer
Dr. David Taylor, MD, PhD
Dr. David Taylor is a licensed physician and medical researcher who founded BestRatedDocs in 2016. With an MD from Drexel University and a PhD from Indiana University School of Medicine, he combines clinical expertise with a passion for health technology to provide evidence-based product recommendations. Dr. Taylor specializes in health informatics and regularly evaluates medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and therapeutic products to help healthcare professionals and patients make informed decisions.
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