International Announcements

Call for Papers
Scientific Program (Scientific Clinical Research and Translational and Basic Research): Submissions open February 9, 2009; Deadline March 9, 2009; Notifications May 2009.
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First Virtual World Otology Conference
Presented by The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS), The British Society of Otology, and the European Academy of Otology and Neurotology.
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Interested in joining an Overseas Mission?
Stop by the Foundation Resource Center in the OTO EXPO to speak to members of the Humanitarian Efforts Committee about how you can join a mission to a country or region you are interested in helping. A video explains what to expect when you sign up for a mission. Countless Academy members have spent time on every continent (except Antarctica) working with needy patients with ear, neck, and throat disorders.
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UK Otolaryngology from an International Perspective
The UK is well positioned to play a pivotal role in International Otolaryngology. This relates to the historical role with the former and the new Commonwealth nations. The educational opportunities in the UK have been a magnet for many otolaryngologists from abroad who have received their specialty training in the UK.

Jointly Affiliated Meetings
These meetings strengthen relations between each International Corresponding Society and the AAO-HNS/F, in addition to addressing a wide variety of topics ranging from managed care to resident training; from ethics in 21st century otolaryngology to international certification; from Board certification to research and clinical trials.

World Voice Day
The World Voice Day has been recognized as a public education campaign and has received the support of the major national government authorities – Ministries of Health, Education and Culture. In the link below are some of the main initiatives that under sponsorship of the European Laryngological Society – ELS and other national and local Otolaryngology Societies in European countries.
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