2025 Charleston Vestibular Conference

Program Overview:

This three-day conference is designed for all providers* involved in the care of patients with vestibular disorders. We will cover key topics on the evaluation and management of patients in this population. Our objectives are to provide current knowledge and best  practices when serving patients with vestibular disorders. An instructional hands-on lab will be included and will cover both the clinical and paraclinical evaluation of the patient with dizziness and the basic principles of vestibular therapy for various vestibular disorders. Course content is geared towards all levels of proficiency and expertise. The course includes lectures that are also available virtually. Visit our website for information on this year’s keynote and guest speakers. 

Conference Objectives:

Upon completion of this conference, participants should be better able to:

• Evaluate comprehensively a patient with dizziness.
• Evaluate and identify vestibular disorders in the pediatric population. 
• Apply multidisciplinary assessment of pediatric vestibular disorders.
• Assess the importance and prevalence of vestibular migraine as a cause of dizziness.
• Detect atypical forms of BPPV.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the oculomotor exam and rehabilitation as part of the therapy of uncompensated vestibular dysfunction. \

Target Audience:

The target audience for the conference include the following: Otolaryngologists, Audiologists, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Neurologists, Internists, Family Practitioners, Pediatricians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, VNG/ENG Technicians

Conference Agenda:

A tentative agenda will be available soon.

Online Syllabus:

In our efforts to “go green”, an online syllabus will be provided to all attendees. Information will be emailed to you prior to the conference so that you may download a copy. Internet connection will also be available in the meeting room.

Credit Designation:

The Medical University of South Carolina designates this live activity for a maximum of _____  AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Disclosure:

In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education anyone involved in planning or presenting this educational activity will be required to disclose any financial relationships with any ineligible companies. An ineligible company is any entity whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, reselling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. Any financial relationships with these ineligible companies have been mitigated by the MUSC Office of CME. Speakers who incorporate information about off-label or investigational use of drugs or devices will be asked to disclose that information at the beginning of their presentation.

Accreditation:

The Medical University of South Carolina is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Americans with Disabilities Act:

It is the policy of the Medical University of South Carolina not to discriminate against any person on the basis of disabilities. If you feel you need services or the auxiliary aids mentioned in this act in order to fully participate in this continuing medical education activity, please call the Office of CME at 843-876-1925

Registration Fees:

The registration fees for In-person or Virtual attendance is as follows:

Early Bird Fee On or Before 5/31/25  Regular Fee 6/1/25-8/31/25 Late Fee On or After  9/1/25 Practicing Physicians   $500  $550  $600  All Other Health Professionals  $300  $350  $400

Conference Cancellation:

A refund will be made upon written request prior to October 6, 2025; however $100 will be retained for administrative costs. No refunds will be made after October 6, 2025. We reserve the right to cancel the conference if necessary. Full registration fees will be refunded for canceled programs. The Medical University of South Carolina cannot be responsible for reimbursement of airline or other transportation fares, hotel or rental car charges, including penalties. By registering for this conference, you acknowledge and agree to this cancellation policy.

Hotel Information:

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Conference Registration:

(Please use ONE of these methods to register.  Do not mail if previously faxed or telephoned).

1. Online Registration Portal

2. Mail registration form with check made out to “Medical University of South Carolina” or credit card information to:                  
MUSC Office of CME                  
96 Jonathan Lucas Street            
HE601, MSC 754                  
Charleston, SC 29425

3. Call the CME Office to register (credit card payment only) at (843) 876-1925

4. Fax registration form (credit card payment only) to (843) 876-1931

5. Email registration form to cmeoffice@musc.edu