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SUMMARY:Journal Club - Essential Mental Health Education in Vestibular Disorders (July 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Join Co-Founder Dr. Helena Esmonde PT\, DPT\, NCS and special guest Dr. Emily Kostelnik\, Ph.D. as they discuss Essential Mental Health Education in Vestibular Disorders and answer viewer-submitted questions. \nDr. Kostelnik is a Clinical Psychologist trained extensively in Health Psychology who also lives with multiple vestibular diagnoses including SCDS\, subsequent BPPV\, chronic VM and PPPD. Her approach to therapy includes techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)\, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)\, Somatic Experiencing (SE)\, Polyvagal Theory\, and others. To learn more about Dr. Kostelnik visit her website\, https://www.thevestibularpsychologist.com. \nRegister for the event to be entered into our monthly raffle to win a Vestibular Model and download the article we’ll be discussing below.
URL:https://vestibularfirst.com/event/journal-club-essential-mental-health-education-in-vestibular-disorders/
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SUMMARY:Journal Club - Vestibular Migraine: Recent Updates (September 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Join Co-Founder Dr. Helena Esmonde PT\, DPT\, NCS and special guest Dr. Maria Villar-Martinez as they discuss recent updates on the topic of vestibular migraine and answer viewer-submitted questions. \nDr. Maria Villar-Martinez is a neurologist and clinical researcher specializing in vestibular migraine\, headache disorders\, and neuro-otology.  Originally from Spain\, she obtained her MD from the University of Cádiz (2014) and completed her Neurology residency at the University of La Laguna\, Canary Islands. During her training\, Dr. Villar-Martinez developed a strong foundation in general neurology\, movement disorders\, and stroke\, with a particular interest in the diagnosis and management of complex headache disorders. In 2019\, she joined the Headache Group\, where she focused on on understanding the pathophysiology of vestibular migraine\, and headache-associated features\, working alongside leading experts and mentors in the field with a holistic\, multidisciplinary perspective. \nRegister for the event to be entered into our monthly raffle to win a Vestibular Model and download the article we’ll be discussing below.
URL:https://vestibularfirst.com/event/journal-club-vestibular-migraine-recent-updates/
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SUMMARY:Vestibular Rehab: A Hands-On Intensive Location: Philadelphia\, PA\, 10.3.2026
DESCRIPTION:This one-day immersive lab is designed for rehabilitation professionals seeking to build confidence and competency in essential vestibular skills. Through guided instruction and supervised practice\, participants will learn and refine hands-on techniques for vestibular assessment and intervention. The course emphasizes practical application\, clinical reasoning\, and skill development to support effective patient care. The day concludes with a competency check-off\, ensuring that each participant leaves with validated proficiency in the foundational vestibular rehab skills covered. \nThis in person lab and skills check follows the online series of modules. While this course can be a stand alone course\, It is highly recommended to complete all introductory modules before enrollment. If you are taking this as a solo course prior vestibular experience is required.  Certification includes both the hybrid modules and hands-on intensive. \nCourse Level: Beginner \nCourse Date: 10/3/2026 \nCourse Instructor: TBD \nRegister \nAgenda: \n7:30am – 8:00am: Check in \n8:00am- 9:00am: Oculomotor Examination and Assessment of Peripheral Vestibular Dysfunction \n9:00am – 11:00am: BPPV Assessment and Treatment \n11:00am – 12:00pm: Static and Dynamic Balance Testing \n12:00pm – 12:45pm: Lunch on your own \n12:45pm – 1:45pm: Interventions \n2:00pm – 5:00pm: Skills Competency \nLocation:  \nHarcum College\, 750 Montgomery Ave\, Bryn Mawr\, PA; Academic Center – room 215 \n  \nRegister
URL:https://vestibularfirst.com/event/vestibular-rehab-a-hands-on-intensive/
LOCATION:Harcum College\, 750 Montgomery Ave\, Bryn Mawr\, PA\, 19010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mastering Vestibular Rehabilitation FROM CORE CONCEPTS TO COMPLEX CASES
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a one and a half day vestibular course designed to build confidence in the examination\, differential diagnosis\, and treatment of patients with dizziness and balance disorders. Topics include vestibular anatomy\, physiology\, and nystagmus review; BPPV lecture and lab; atypical BPPV; updates in vestibular interventions and examination and management considerations for Ménière’s disease\, vestibular migraine\, and 3PD. Complex case studies and discussion will help participants translate course content into practical clinical care. \nDates: October 10th and 11th\, 2026\nLocation: Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Mission Bay\n1600 Owens St\, 6th floor\, San Francisco\, CA. \nAgenda:\nDAY 1 | 8:00AM–4:30PM • Anatomy\, Physiology\, and Nystagmus Brief Review\n• Differential Diagnosis with Examination and Interventions\n• BPPV Lecture\n• Lunch\n• BPPV Lab\n• Atypical BPPV\n• Wrap up and questions \n\nDAY 2 | 8:00AM–12:00PM • Review and Questions\n• Updates on Vestibular Interventions and Examination\n• Meniere’s Disease\, Vestibular Migraine and 3PD\n• Complex Case Studies \nSpeaker: Sara Oxborough\, PT\, DPT\nSara currently works at M Health Fairview in the ENT Department. She also serves as adjunct faculty at the University of Minnesota and Augustana University. Sara enjoys treating a wide range of vestibular disorders and balance impairments\, with a particular interest in vestibular migraine. She also works with Vestibular First as the Director of Education. She received her Competency Certification in Vestibular Rehabilitation from Emory University in Atlanta\, GA\, and the American Physical Therapy Association in 2009. Sara has been involved in leadership within the Vestibular Special Interest Group since 2010\, recently joined the Balance and Falls Special Interest Group\nleadership team\, and has served on the ANPT Telehealth Task Force. She teaches vestibular rehabilitation courses at the local\, national\, and international levels and has co-authored several studies advancing the field. \nRegister
URL:https://vestibularfirst.com/event/mastering-vestibular-rehabilitation-from-core-concepts-to-complex-cases/
LOCATION:Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Mission Bay\, 1600 Owens St\, San Francisco\, CA\, United States
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