House Committee Holds Hearing on Medicare Physician Payment Reform
May 21, 2026The U.S. House of Representative's Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee held a hearing on May 20 to examine the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA), and potential opportunities for physician payment reforms. The hearing…
Academy Advantage
May 21, 2026Get to Know Our Academy Advantage Premier Partners: There is power in group purchases! As part of the Academy Advantage partnership, most participating companies agree to contribute a royalty fee to the Academy that is based on the purchases of Academy members in return…
Position Statement: Collaborative Relationships with Industry
May 21, 2026The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) seeks to empower members to provide excellent care to patients. This requires constant innovation and development of effective therapies. The AAO-HNS endorses responsible collaboration with pharmaceutical and medical device/equipment companies in order…
Intra-Operative Use of Computer Aided Surgery
May 21, 2026Otolaryngologists have been trained to perform, interpret, and utilize strategically intraoperative cranial nerve monitoring and nerve stimulation testing, which are surgically applicable to cranial nerves of the head and neck and can serve as effective adjuncts to anatomic knowledge and surgical technique. Originally Published: January…
Annual Meeting Current Exhibitor Information
May 21, 2026Deadlines and Important Dates: A 50% deposit is due upon receipt of booth purchase. Final payment is due by July 14, 2026. Booths can still be purchased after July 14 and require full payment. Certificate of Insurance (COI) Deadline: Submission is due by Friday…
Annual Meeting Exhibitor FAQs
May 21, 2026BOOTH SELECTION How do I reserve exhibit space for the 2026 Annual Meeting? Reserve your booth space for the 2026 OTO EXPO in Los Angeles through the exhibitor portal. I am an exhibitor but can’t log into my profile in the exhibitor portal…
The ENT Advocate
May 20, 20262026 Editions 2025 Editions Sign Up to Receive The ENT Advocate! Look back at previous editions of the ENT Advocate …
Staff Directory
May 19, 2026AAO-HNSF Staff Directory iMIS Specialist [email protected] 703-535-3691 Senior Program Manager, Guidelines [email protected] 1-703-535-3713 Senior, AMS – Business Intel [email protected] 1-703-535-3703 HR Consultant [email protected] Program Manager, Marketing cbrooks@entnet…
Position Statement: Nasal Valve Repair
May 15, 2026The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery recognizes surgical repair of the nasal valve as a distinct surgical procedure that can improve nasal obstruction symptoms for appropriately selected patients with nasal valve collapse. Overview Nasal valve dysfunction is a common clinical cause of…
Position Statement: Vaccination for Prevention of HPV-Related Head and Neck Cancer and Recurrent Respiratory Papilloma
May 15, 2026In 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a 9-valent human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine for the prevention of oropharyngeal and other head and neck cancers caused by certain HPV types (16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58) in pediatric and…
Position Statement: Genetic Testing for Sensorineural Hearing Loss
May 15, 2026The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery considers genetic testing to be indicated and medically necessary for the evaluation and management of unilateral and bilateral sensorineural and mixed hearing loss in children and select adults. Comprehensive hearing-loss gene panel testing is now…
AAO-HNS/F OTO Forum
May 14, 2026Conversations Shaping Otolaryngology's Future The AAO-HNS/F 2027 OTO Forum will take place April 2-3, 2027, in Arlington, Virginia. The event will provide a focused forum for leadership discussions and practice management tools, highlighting the current and future needs of physicians…
Pathways to ENT: Medical Student Virtual Speed Mentoring
May 14, 2026Ever wish you could pick the brains of program directors, practicing ENTs, and residents, all in one night? Now you can. Join us for a fast‑paced virtual speed mentoring event, designed exclusively for AAO‑HNS medical student members. Through a series of small…
Donate
May 12, 2026Help Make a Difference Support the AAO-HNS/F Today Through an Online Donation NEW! Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund Your contribution to the Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund will help to provide continuing education programs to physicians practicing in…
Global Perspectives in Modern Rhinoplasty
May 12, 2026This webinar took place May 9, 2026. Download your customizable Certificate of Attendance. The AAO-HNSF is proud to host this Global Grand Rounds Webinar in collaboration with the Pan-American Association of Otorhinolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery Topics for Discussion: Blocking Points in Preservation…
Call for Science Submission Guidelines
May 12, 2026Letter from AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting Program Coordinator DEAR COLLEAGUES, We look forward to welcoming you to the AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO in Los Angeles, California, October 17 – 20, to renew friendships, engage the vibrant global otolaryngology community, learn from trusted…
