by Dr. Laura Wazen | Apr 22, 2014 | Dizziness, Inner Ear Research
Crystal, 1921 Watercolor by Paul Klee My physical therapy clinic in Sarasota, Florida sees many patients who are surprised to learn that they have crystals in their ears, and yes, they are supposed to be there! The crystals are made of calcium carbonate, and are...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Jan 16, 2014 | Inner Ear Research
Sculpture by Auguste Rodin- Die Buerger von Calais A sudden problem with one’s inner ear system can cause symptoms such as vertigo, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and difficulty walking. We have always understood that when both ears are normal, the brain gets the...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Jan 2, 2014 | BPPV, Inner Ear Research, Vertigo
So, what should be the first topic for my Blog? That’s easy BPPV! Why BPPV? I am choosing this topic because it is the most common type of inner ear disease. Of all inner ear disease, it takes up about 25% of all inner ear conditions. Also, it is the easiest to treat!...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Dec 26, 2013 | Inner Ear Research
From Dr. Anil Lalwani at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York City In November 2013, I traveled to Anatalya, Turkey for the 29th Politzer Society Meeting. I was so fortunate when on the bus from the airport to the conference center, I ran into Dr. Anil Lalwani...
by Dr. Laura Wazen | Dec 18, 2013 | Inner Ear Research
I am happy to announce the realization of a dream! I have been traveling to the American University of Beirut Medical Center for several years now. My husband was going to give grand rounds in the Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Department at the hospital a few years...
