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

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

Chronic Vertigo and Dizziness – Unraveling Vestibular Migraine Mechanisms

Clinical Anatomy and Physiology of the Vestibular System

Clinical Approach to Dizziness – Peripheral vs Central Vestibular Signs

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

Crash Course on Nystagmus

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

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

Differentiating Vestibular Migraine from Other Vestibular Disorders

Expert Panel Case Review – Diagnosing Complex Dizziness and Vertigo Syndromes

Introduction to Vestibular Laboratory Tests

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

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

Practical Clinical Implications of Vestibular Disorders

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

Unraveling Persistent Dizziness Is PPPD the Only Culprit

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

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

Vestibular Perceptual Thresholds From the Laboratory to Bedside

Vestibular Rehabilitation for Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness