Cochleovestibular screening of the elder population as the next steps in development of Vestibulology Servise in Uzbekistan
09-12, 10:45–11:15 (Europe/Istanbul), Otology 6

<p>Dizziness remains one of the most common complaints among the elderly population. Alongside headaches, gait disturbances, balance issues, hearing loss, and tinnitus, older individuals frequently seek help from neurologists, therapists, and cardiologists. Many are unaware of the existence of such a specialty as an otoneurologist or vestibulologist, as well as the availability of computer-based technologies for diagnosing vestibular disorders. The issue of limited mobility among elderly individuals, especially those suffering from dizziness and balance disorders, remains particularly relevant.</p> <p>Uzbekistan, with a population exceeding 37 million people, has more than 7.7 million elderly citizens (according to the Statistics Agency under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, 2024). Despite demographic, geopolitical, and geographic challenges, the country has experienced dynamic economic growth and the implementation of new medical programs in recent years.</p>
<p>The main reasons for not seeking specialized diagnostic and medical assistance included: inability to travel due to dizziness, long distances to the capital, lack of awareness among both doctors and patients regarding specialized care and diagnostics for vestibular disorders, and financial difficulties.</p> <p>This initiative formed the foundation of the innovative grant project "Dignified Aging," which identified several priority areas: early diagnosis of cochleovestibular disorders, adequate rehabilitation, scientific and educational activities aimed at raising awareness among the public and healthcare professionals, and training of specialists based at regional branches of the center.</p>
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Alex Bien
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Karimova Nargiza Abdullayevna
Karimova Nargiza Abdullayevna
<p>1992-1998 First State Tashkent Medical Institute, Medical faculty 1999-2003First State Tashkent Medical Institute, Department of ENT diseases, Clinic Rsidence Course 2003-2006Tashkent Medical Academy, ENT Department, postgraduate studies.</p> <p>Nowdays Leading Audiologist/Vestibulologist of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Head of the Laboratory of Physiology and Pathology of the Hearing and Balance of the Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center for Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Diseases. Moderator of the School of Audiology, Vestibulology, and Postcochlear Rehabilitation. Initiator of the progect Dr.VERTIGO Uz.</p> <p>Continuing education in the USA, Germany, Austria, Russia, Italy, Portugal, Turkey, Kazakhstan, and Belarus</p> <p>Ambitious, purposeful, enthusiastic, judicious, communicable, peaceful, non-contentious, creative person with a good sense of humor. I am one of the only vertigo experts in my home country and I’ve already studied some special courses abroad to raise my qualification in this sphere. Additionally, I owe project called “Magic Ear Academy” helping children and adults with hearing diseases.</p>
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