Source: American Academy of Family Physicians
The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 continuing medical education (CME) credits per episode — join the hosts as they explore the common complaint of dizziness, with a focus on vertigo. They break down the different types—vertiginous dizziness, lightheadedness, and disequilibrium—and stress the importance of a thorough patient history for accurate diagnosis.
The discussion includes diagnostic workups, treatment strategies, and the use of techniques like the Epley maneuver to manage vertigo. The hosts also touch on less common but serious causes of dizziness, such as intracranial neoplasms and cardiac arrhythmias.
Whether you’re navigating patient queries or seeking to enhance your clinical knowledge, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for family physicians.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between peripheral and central causes of dizziness and vertigo.
- Discover how to perform a targeted history and physical examination to diagnose dizziness and vertigo.
- Consider how to implement evidence-based treatment strategies for common causes of dizziness and vertigo in primary care.
After listening to the podcast episode, claim 0.5 American Academy of Family Physicians continuing medical education credits.
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