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Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

  • Recognize the underlying basis for the evaluation of autonomic function.
  • Utilize autonomic testing in patients with autonomic disorders.
  • Develop a plan for autonomic testing of patients with autonomic disorders.
  • Assess commercially available autonomic equipment.
  • Select new autonomic function tests using underlying autonomic principles.

TECHNICIANS

  • Perform autonomic testing proficiently and efficiently.
  • Recognize technical errors/pitfalls.
  • Troubleshoot and identify patients requiring additional studies.
  • Identify most common autonomic abnormalities on testing.

PHYSICIANS

  • Interpret various autonomic study patterns and translate them into a meaningful interpretation.
  • Identify and manage major autonomic disorders.

Attendance at this Mayo Clinic course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in this course.