
Episode #16
Still Dizzy and No Answers? How to Find the Right Specialist Faster
Finding the right provider for dizziness can be a long and frustrating process. In this episode of Talk Dizzy To Me, we welcome back Patrick Esmonde to introduce Dizzy Care Network, a platform designed to help connect people experiencing dizziness with clinicians who are best suited to evaluate their symptoms. We explore how the platform works for both patients and providers, the technology and clinical reasoning behind its matching process, and how it could help reduce the time spent searching for answers. We also discuss what Patrick and his team have learned so far and their vision for the future of more accessible, efficient, and individualized vestibular care. Learn More Here: https://dz.care/TDR Hosted by: Dr. Abbie Ross, PT, NCS Dr. Danielle Tolman, PT For episode recommendations or requests, email us at: info@balancingactrehab.com Partnered with: → Avulux glasses, use code DIZZYRESET for $25 off → Just Ingredients, use code TALKDIZZYTOME for 5% off Connect with Us: → Book a free call with us → Get free resources straight to your inbox → Join our online program and community, The Dizzy Reset™ → Watch podcast episodes (and more) on YouTube → Follow us on Instagram → Follow us on TikTok → Follow us on Facebook → Disclaimer → Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a review! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts. Timestamps 00:13 – Meet Patrick Esmonde 00:54 – From Vestibular First to Dizzy Care Network 05:32 – The problem with finding vestibular care 08:07 – Who is Dizzy Care Network for? 12:32 – The patient questionnaire 14:26 – Making the platform dizziness-friendly 18:04 – Symptoms, timing & triggers 18:25 – How patient-provider matching works 22:47 – Customizing your provider match 25:12 – Building an evidence-based questionnaire 28:06 – DHI, PHQ-8 & GAD-7 integration 30:13 – Improving the vestibular evaluation 33:05 – Beta testing & unexpected lessons 36:45 – Expanding access across the U.S. 38:05 – Virtual vestibular care 40:57 – The future of Dizzy Care Network 42:38 – Using it as a clinician intake tool 45:13 – Expanding dizziness diagnoses & symptom clusters 48:29 – Is Dizzy Care Network free? 50:10 – Data, growth & future possibilities

