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Objectives. Define Syncope and describe the basic epidemiology of syncopal episodesUtilize the pathophysiologic basis of syncope to categorize the various etiologiesDescribe the initial evaluation and risk stratification strategies in patients presenting with SyncopeExplain the relevant inpatient
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1. Now You’re Awake, Now You’re Not… …Effective, Efficient and Prudent SYNCOPE Evaluation Daniel D. Dressler, MD, MSc Associate Professor of Medicine Associate Director for Education Division of Hospital Medicine Director, IM Teaching Services Emory University Hospital Associate Program Director J. Willis Hurst IM Residency Program Emory University School of Medicine Daniel.Dressler@emory.edu