Employment Opportunities
July 18, 2025The 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 13,000 otolaryngologist—head and…
Preserving Access to MRI for Patients with Implantable Hearing Devices
July 18, 2025Rationale & Background: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an integral part of diagnostic workup and monitoring for many clinical problems, and its use in the United States has increased dramatically over the last 25 years.1-3 Both 1.5T and 3T machines are widely used…
Academy Member Hosts First Congressional Site Visit of 2025
July 17, 2025Stephen P. Cragle, MD, became the first AAO-HNS member of the newly revamped Project 535 to host a congressional site visit at his practice, St. Cloud Ear, Nose, and Throat, in St. Cloud, Minnesota, on July 9. He welcomed House Majority Whip Tom Emmer…
Position Statement: Botulinum Toxin Treatment
July 17, 2025I. Treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia (Laryngeal Dystonia) The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery ("AAO-HNS") considers Botulinum toxin a safe and effective modality for the treatment of spasmodic dysphonia and it may be offered as primary therapy for this disorder.1 II…
Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation in the Pediatric Population
July 17, 2025The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery considers Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilatation (ETBD) as appropriate treatment for pediatric patients with Obstructive Eustachian Tube Dysfunction (OETD) resulting in chronic otitis media which is refractory to standard surgical interventions (eg - tympanostomy tube placement and adenoidectomy…
Our Donors
July 17, 2025Our donors are the building blocks of the AAO-HNS foundation and play a critical role in ensuring the stability of the specialty today and the advancement of the specialty for generations to come. We are honored and touched by all our donors for…
2025 CORE Grant Recipients
July 16, 2025American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) AAO-HNSF Bobby R. Alford Endowed Research Grant Linda Magaña, MD, PhD University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine Project Title: Anatomic and Physiologic Predictors of Route of Breathing during Wake and Sleep…
Staff Directory
July 16, 2025AAO-HNSF Staff Directory iMIS Specialist [email protected] Analyst, Research and Quality [email protected] 1-703-535-3713 Program Manager, Member Networks & Engagement [email protected] 1-703-535-3734 Senior, AMS – Business Intel [email protected] 1-703-535-3703 Program…
Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO
July 16, 2025Register Early for the Best Rates The best and brightest otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeons from across the globe will come together Saturday, October 11 - Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana, for the AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO℠. This year’s…
Plan Your Annual Meeting Experience
July 16, 2025Your #OTOMTG25 Guide The AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO is the must-attend event for the otolaryngology community. Whether you’re just starting your career or an established physician, there’s something for everyone. Don't miss the premier event for the…
Special Events
July 16, 2025Featured Presidents' Reception The Presidents’ Reception is an unforgettable occasion affording attendees ample time to network and connect with colleagues from around the globe. The 2025 Presidents’ Reception will take place on Saturday, October 11, at Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the NFL's…
Tips for First-Time Annual Meeting Attendees
July 16, 2025Are you attending the AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO for the first time and don’t quite know where to start? No worries! The Academy has pulled together some tips to help you navigate your first Annual Meeting from start to finish…
Harry Barnes Endowment Travel Grant
July 16, 2025The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, in collaboration with the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, provides two $1,000 Travel Grants to assist with needed funding for meritorious, young residents of African descent from the United States, Caribbean, or Canada to participate…
Young Physician Travel Grant Applications
July 16, 2025Applications for a travel grant of $500 each to subsidize the costs of attending the AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO Expo are no longer being accepted. The 2026 application process will open in Summer 2026. To qualify, applicants are required to: Be a current…
Medical Student Resources
July 16, 2025You’re in medical school, but what’s next? The AAO-HNS offers resources to help guide medical students who are interested in exploring a career in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. Read the articles below to learn more about the match process, life…
Diversity Endowment URM Away Rotation Grant
July 16, 2025Diversity Plays a Crucial Role in Otolaryngology The URM Away Rotation Grant program was created by the AAO-HNS Diversity and Inclusion Committee to introduce medical students from underrepresented areas to the field of otolaryngology. The 2025 application process is now open and will close…
Resident Leadership Travel Grant Applications
July 16, 2025Applications for a travel grant of $500 each to subsidize the costs of attending the AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO Expo are no longer being accepted. The 2026 application process will open in Summer 2026. To qualify, applicants are required to: Must be…
Section for Residents and Fellows-in-Training
July 16, 2025The 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…
