Session 7: Understanding Vestibular Dysfunction in Acoustic Neuroma
This session provides a clinically grounded overview of vestibular dysfunction in acoustic neuroma, focusing on how symptoms present and impact daily life. Dr. Boyle will discuss why some patients experience dizziness, imbalance, or more severe symptoms—such as vertigo, nausea, or sudden falls—while others do not. He will outline approaches to assessment, including diagnostic and balance evaluation. The talk will also touch on vestibular rehabilitation and other therapeutic options for symptom management.
About Dr. Boyle
Dr. Seamus Boyle graduated from University College Cork (UCC), Ireland, in 2013 with degrees in Medicine and Pharmacology. He completed his higher surgical training at the Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland in 2024. He went on to complete a Cochlear Implant Fellowship at the National Hearing Implant and Viani Research Centre in Dublin and was awarded the TWJ Major Fellowship in 2025. He is currently completing his second fellowship in Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery at Toronto General Hospital under Professor John Rutka. His academic interests include otology, neurotology, hearing implants, patient satisfaction, and quality improvement.
