Medical University of South Carolina Charleston Vestibular Conference 2025

Medical University of South Carolina Charleston Vestibular Conference 2025

1. Overview

The Medical University of South Carolina Charleston Vestibular Conference 2025 offers an in-depth exploration of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of dizziness and balance disorders. The course focuses on practical clinical approaches, advanced diagnostic testing methodologies, and evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation strategies for complex vestibular syndromes.

2. Learning Objectives

• Differentiate between central and peripheral vestibular signs to accurately diagnose dizziness and vertigo syndromes.

• Understand the shared pathophysiology and targeted management strategies for vestibular migraine and Ménière’s disease.

• Evaluate the clinical utility of current and prospective vestibular laboratory tests, including VEMPs and video OCR.

• Formulate effective treatment and rehabilitation plans for Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD).

• Apply practical clinical strategies for patient counseling and managing complex cases involving chronic rocking dizziness and nystagmus.

3. Target Audience

Best for neurologists and otolaryngologists who want clinical updates on diagnosing and managing complex vestibular and balance disorders.

4. Topics

1. Chronic Rocking Dizziness and Downbeat Nystagmus – Case-Based Panel Q&A on Diagnostic Challenges

2. Chronic Vertigo and Dizziness – Unraveling Vestibular Migraine Mechanisms

3. Clinical Anatomy and Physiology of the Vestibular System

4. Clinical Approach to Dizziness – Peripheral vs Central Vestibular Signs

5. Cortical Processing of Space & Motion Information, An Introduction to Vestibular Relativity

6. Crash Course on Nystagmus

7. Current and Prospective Evaluation Methods of the Vestibular Labyrinth Video OCR, VEMPS, Galvanic Stimulation of the Labyrinth…

8. Diagnosing and Treating Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (3PD) – Clinical Pearls, Pitfalls, and Practical Approaches

9. Differentiating Vestibular Migraine from Other Vestibular Disorders

10. Expert Panel Case Review – Diagnosing Complex Dizziness and Vertigo Syndromes

11. Introduction to Vestibular Laboratory Tests

12. Migraine and Ménière’s Disease – Exploring Shared Pathophysiology and Management Strategies

13. Patient-Accessible Apps for Vestibular and Migraine Care – Clinical Review and Recommendations

14. Practical Clinical Implications of Vestibular Disorders

15. Q&A Session – Navigating 3PD Care, Disability, and Rehab

16. Unraveling Persistent Dizziness Is PPPD the Only Culprit

17. Vestibular Migraine Management – Practical Strategies for Patient Buy-In and Treatment Planning

18. Vestibular Migraine, Tinnitus, and BPPV – Expert Q&A on Hormones, Diagnosis, and Patient Counseling

19. Vestibular Perceptual Thresholds From the Laboratory to Bedside

20. Vestibular Rehabilitation for Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness