CME – Clinical Utility of the Neurodiagnostic Vestibular Evaluation: Management of the Dizzy and Imbalanced Patient
Faculty
- Richard E. Gans, Ph.D.
- Joseph Sakumura, Au.D.
- Kimberly Rutherford, PT, DSc, COMT
Course Description
Dizziness and vertigo are among the most common complaints of patients to physicians. These somewhat generic complaints can be challenging for physicians because they may result from many different types of pathology. Neurodiagnostic evaluation of the vestibular system is a foundational component in continuum of care for patients suffering from dizziness and vertigo and offers valuable insight into the cause of the complaint. All physicians should be aware of the diagnostic and treatment option for dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance. This course will offer basic knowledge on some of the most common causes of these symptoms, the current state of diagnostic testing protocols, and the most effective treatment options for these patients. The course content will explore dizziness and balance testing and how these tests are applied to the continuum of care to produce excellent outcomes in patients with these complaints.
Learning Objectives
As a result of this activity, the participant should be better able to:
– Describe the most common causes of dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance.
– Identify patients who could benefit from neurodiagnostic testing.
– Describe the available neurodiagnostic test battery to determine the etiology of patients complaining of disequilibrium.
– Recognize how comprehensive diagnostic testing guides the triage and management of patients with dizziness, vertigo, and imbalance.
– Describe the effective non-medical management of patients with these clinical profiles.
Target Audience
Physicians in the following specialties:
– Otolaryngology
– Neurology
– Primary Care
– Internal Medicine
– Rheumatology
– Endocrinology
Original Release Date: March 2023
Expiration Date: December 31st, 2023
Relevant Financial Disclosures: None of the faculty, planners, and reviewers for this educational activity have relevant financial relationships to disclose during the last 24 months with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients.
Contact Information
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Instructions for Participation and Credit
- View the required educational content provided on this course page.
- Answer the quiz to promote retention of knowledge.
- Complete the Post Activity Evaluation to provide the necessary feedback for continuing accreditation purposes and the development of future activities. NOTE: Completing the Post Activity Evaluation after the quiz is required to receive the earned credit.
- Download your certificate.
Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Medical Academy LLC and The American Institute of Balance. Medical Academy LLC is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation Statement
Medical Academy designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.