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The AAO-HNS is one of the world’s largest organizations representing specialists who treat the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. Otolaryngologist–head and neck surgeons diagnose and treat medical disorders that are among the most common affecting…
Annual Meeting & OTO Experience
General Information The best and brightest otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeons from across the globe will come together September 30 – October 4, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee, for the AAO-HNSF 2023 Annual Meeting & OTO Experience. Start planning your trip by reviewing the registration chart…
Employment Opportunities
The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) is one of the world's largest organization representing specialists who treat the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. The Academy represents approximately 12,000 otolaryngologist—head and…
Medical Student Events
The Academy is committed to providing tools and opportunities for the next generation of otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeons. The AAO-HNSF 2023 Annual Meeting & OTO Experience will offer opportunities for medical students to attend groundbreaking education sessions and engage with leaders in the…
Reg-ent℠ FAQs
A clinical data registry is an organized system that collects uniform data (clinical and patient-reported) to evaluate specified outcomes for a population based on performance measures developed from Clinical Practice Guidelines. With the increasing usage of electronic health record (EHR) systems, registries have…
Welcome to Nashville!
Nashville Awaits Your Arrival for #OTOMTG23 There is much for you to see and do in Nashville, Tennessee, during the AAO-HNSF 2023 Annual Meeting & OTO Experience, from September 30 to October 4. Known worldwide as “Music City,” Nashville is a southern, cultural city…
OTO Journal Call for Papers
Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery CALL FOR PAPERS Science in the Age of Artificial Intelligence Cecelia E. Schmalbach, MD, MSc, Editor in Chief of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and OTO Open, is seeking papers relevant to artificial intelligence (AI) for a special, themed…
FLEX - Focused Lifelong Education Xperience
The AAO-HNSF’s new flagship education product, FLEX—Focused Lifelong Education Xperience, will provide the knowledge, education, clinical tools, and professional support to help you meet the challenges of your otolaryngology practice and build mastery throughout your career. 2023-2024 FLEX registration is…
AAO-HNSF Certificate Program for Otolaryngology Personnel (CPOP) Workshop
-Presented by: Michigan Ear Institute and Ear, Nose & Throat Consultants The 2023 Fall CPOP Workshop will be held November 3-5, 2023! The AAO-HNSF CPOP workshop is a three-phase training program designed to teach otolaryngology office personnel basic hearing testing allowing audiologists…
Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund
To honor Eugene N. Myers, MD, FACS, FRCS Edin (Hon), and his dedication to advancing otolaryngology and patient care worldwide, the AAO-HNSF is pleased to announce the Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund to benefit the continuing education needs of otolaryngologists practicing…
Simulation Events
The simulation events at the Annual Meeting offer an interactive, hands-on format to enhance surgical skills training. The following events are sponsored by the AAO-HNSF Simulation Education Committee. Don't miss the premier event for the specialty. Register today! Registration Is Now…
International Member Rates
Special Member Rates for International Physicians The international physician member rate at the Academy is typically $625, but many international physicians are eligible for a reduced rate based on their country’s World Bank designation. Please view the lists below to see the reduced…
CPG: Tympanostomy Tubes in Children (Update) – Research Needs
Clinical Practice GuidelineResearch Needs section from Tympanostomy Tubes in Children CPG Can we identify clinical factors that predict persistence of MEE in children who present with effusions of short duration? What is the ideal timing of audiologic testing for a child being considered for tubes--before surgery…
Young Physicians Section
The Young Physicians Section is composed of all members of the Academy who are under 40 years of age OR within the first eight years of professional practice after residency and/or fellowship training. All members meeting these criteria are automatically members of the…
Women in Otolaryngology
Dedicated to assisting the career development of women otolaryngologists With over 2,000 members, the Section provides opportunities for leadership, education, networking and mentoring. WIO celebrated the 10th anniversary of its founding in 2020. Learn more about WIO’s origins in the historic documentary…
Section for Residents and Fellows-in-Training
The Section for Residents and Fellows-in-Training (SRF) was born out of the Committee of Residents in Training, which had been in existence for over five years. Residents have a vote on the Board of Governors and a representative on the AAO-HNS…
Presidents' Reception
Network with Colleagues from Around the Globe 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Saturday, September 30, Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum Play the electric drums or sing backup for Ray Charles and the Raelettes, mix your own music in a sound booth, and stop…
Mobile App
Download the 2023 Annual Meeting & OTO Experience Mobile App for Android and iOS The mobile app is your go-to source to build your schedule & look up speaker, poster, networking, and CME information for the 2023 AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting. Information at Your Fingertips…