Medical History in Philadelphia
March 4, 2022The Mütter Museum/College of Physicians of Philadelphia, 19 S. 22nd StreetThe College of Physicians of Philadelphia was founded in 1787, making it one of the country's oldest professional medical associations. The Mütter Museum contains a collection of more than 25,000 medical “curiosities…
World Hearing Day: To Hear for Life, Listen with Care!
March 4, 2022The World Health Organization founded World Hearing Day to raise awareness on how to prevent deafness and hearing loss and to promote ear and hearing care throughout the world.The World Hearing Day 2022 theme focuses on the importance of hearing loss prevention through safe…
Out of Committee: Sleep Disorders | Oral Appliances for Obstructive Sleep Apnea, in Our Hands
March 4, 2022Ofer Jacobowitz, MD, PhDOfer Jacobowitz, MD, PhD, Sleep Disorders Committee Chair-elect Whether you call them oral appliances, mandibular advancement devices, or as some of my patients say, “the mouthpiece,” they have become an established and valuable therapy for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). There are…
Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week: April 3-9
March 2, 2022Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week® (OHANCAW), is led by the Head and Neck Cancer Alliance and supported by the AAO-HNS. OHANCAW is a week dedicated to promoting awareness of oral, head, and neck cancer–from screening and diagnosis to treatment and…
AAO-HNS foundation – Giving back to the specialty and beyond
March 2, 2022#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Following Thanksgiving and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this year’s #GivingTuesday will take…
Match Day
March 1, 2022AAO-HNS looks forward to welcoming newly matched residents to the specialty on Match Day 2022, March 18. Tell us why you’re proud to be an ENT, why you love the specialty, what drew you to otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, or your Match…
Don't Miss the Latest Podcasts from OTO Journal
March 1, 2022To access the library of podcasts hosted by John H. Krouse, MD, PhD, MBA, Editor in Chief of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and OTO Open, go to http://sageotolaryngology.sageublications.libsynpro.com/…
New in OTO Logic!
March 1, 2022E&M Coding Changes 2021: A Guide for Otolaryngology ProvidersThis new eCourse reviews the changes to outpatient E&M coding instituted January 1, 2021, and how those changes affect providers. The redefined medical decision-making elements, time-based coding criteria, and prolonged service codes will…
Medical Student Virtual Forum: Is OTO in Your Future?
March 1, 2022Spread the word to help the resurgence of engagement and interest in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery! This webinar is open to anyone interested in discovering more about otolaryngology as a specialty and is being held at 8:00 pm (ET) on March 24. The…
World Voice Day 2022
March 1, 2022Save the Date: World Voice Day is celebrated on April 16 annually. Look for more materials from the AAO-HNS Voice Committee in the April Bulletin and at https://www.entnet.org/WorldVoiceDay.…
Difficult Cochlear Implantation
March 1, 2022Daniel H. Coelho, MD, and J. Thomas Roland, Jr., MDIn the earlier days of the field of implantation, cochlear malformations and ossification were considered a contraindication to surgery. This belief was based on concerns that even if the anatomical obstructions that preclude electrode insertion were…
AAO-HNS Announces Official Slate of Candidates for the 2022 Annual Election
March 1, 2022The AAO-HNS extends sincere appreciation and gratitude to the members of the Nominating Committee for their careful and meaningful deliberation of nominees to present the 2022 official slate of candidates below:President-ElectDouglas D. Backous, MDLance A. Manning, MDAt-Large Directors (Academic)Yuri Agrawal…
SECTION SPOTLIGHT: Young Physician Section | From Residency to Practice: Providing Opportunities for Exploration of Options
February 28, 2022Yi-Chun Carol Liu, MD, MSChair, Young Physicians SectionSpring is an exciting time for graduating residents and fellows as they start looking for jobs as an attending otolaryngologist. However, it can also be nerve-racking at the same time if a trainee facing impending graduation…
Reflections of an AAO-HNS Medical Student Travel Grant Recipient
February 28, 2022Luis Miguel Rubio, MS4Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Class of 2022 Since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020, it has affected our ability to gather for celebrations, concerts, festivals, and professional conferences. I was at the end of my second year in…
Set Your Sights on Philly for #OTOMTG22
February 28, 2022Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, plays host to the AAO-HNSF 2022 Annual Meeting & OTO Experience, September 10-14. The City of Brotherly Love is known for a rich history with iconic landmarks, vibrant culture, and diverse neighborhoods—it is a city that has something for everyone. Philadelphia…
Truth in Numbers: Biostatistics for the Otolaryngologist Clinician
February 28, 2022Diego A. Preciado, MD, PhDOne need not be proficient in running statistical software, nor have a master’s degree in epidemiology or public health, to understand most of what is needed for critical interpretation of clinical data. With increasing awareness and a generalized emphasis regarding…
WIO’s Continued Focus on Wellness
February 8, 2022Priya D. Krishna, MDWIO ChairPriya D. Krishna, MD, WIO ChairWIO Day is right around the corner on March 8 and the ideal time to recognize our colleagues, not only for the amazing work they do but in how they help, advise, and mentor other women…
Education Opportunities in Pediatrics
February 8, 2022Explore the OTO Source Pediatric Otolaryngology Unit and select from multiple modules and surgical videos covering topics from genetic testing through other conditions, such as adenotonsillar disease, pediatric rhinosinusitis, deep neck space infections, and more. All resources are free and available at www.otosource.org.…
