Balance Interest Group

Who we are

We are a group of multi-professionals with a diverse range of experience and knowledge. We are passionate and enthusiastic about supporting others to enhance vestibular practice within the UK.

Our Aims

We aim to improve knowledge through the development and publication of high-quality evidence-based protocols and procedures; to promote learning through accessible webinars and workshop events and published research; to inform practice through published research, workshops and lectures; and to drive a positive impact by the work we do and how we communicate.  

Steering Group Members

Simon Howe (Chair)
Clinical Scientist
South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Darren Whelan (Vice Chair)
International Clinical Trainer
Interacoustics

Natasha Harrington-Benton (Secretary)
Director
Meniere’s & Vestibular UK

Jennifer Parker-George
Clinical Scientist
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Connor McCarthy
Clinical Scientist
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS trust

Vijay Sreedharan
Consultant Audiovestibular Physician
Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Ben Adams
Clinical Scientist
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Zafeer Abdul
Audiologist
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Jenny Richardson
Clinical Scientist
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Irene Bowler
Clinical Scientist
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Current projects

We are currently recruiting to the steering committee and welcome all applications. We are also currently working through updating the recommended procedures with a new vHIT document, hopefully to go to consultation soonWe will also be planning on developing a SVINT document and are hoping to offer a workshop/ small event in the not-too-distant future too.  

Resources

 

Other resources

https://www.menieres.org.uk/  

https://vestibular.org/  

 (Disclaimer: Although care has been taken in preparing this information, the BSA does not necessarily endorse and cannot guarantee the interpretation and application of it. The BSA cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions, and accepts no liability whatsoever for any loss or damage howsoever arising) 

More to explore

Explore

Become a BSA member

  • Supporting you in your professional development
  • Helping you stay up to date with advancements in audiology
  • Stand out from the crowd