International Programs
December 9, 2025International outreach, worldwide partnerships, and the exchange of information and education are vital to the Academy and its Foundation. Global Grand Rounds The AAO-HNSF Global Grand Rounds series is an initiative of the Academy’s International Advisory Board (IAB) to improve care of…
Otolaryngology Workforce Report
December 8, 2025Featured 2025 Otolaryngology Workforce Report The AAO-HNS Workforce and Socioeconomic Survey Task Force and the Board of Governors have developed the 2025 Otolaryngology Workforce Report, with a focus on Call and Compensation. This comprehensive study provides essential insights for all otolaryngologists as you…
Business of Medicine
December 8, 2025AAO-HNS Position Statements Position statements are approved by the American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery or Foundation (AAO-HNS/F) Boards of Directors and are typically generated from AAO-HNS/F committees. Once approved by the Academy or Foundation Board of…
New Artificial Intelligence Tool Shows Promise in Accurately Diagnosing Brain Tumors without Surgery
December 8, 2025For Immediate Release Contact: Tina Maggio, Sr. Director, Communications [email protected] December 8, 2025, Alexandria, Virginia—Researchers at Thomas Jefferson University have developed a groundbreaking automated machine learning (AutoML) model that can accurately differentiate between two common types of brain tumors using preoperative MRI…
Highlights from the 2025 Otolaryngology Workforce Survey Webinar
December 8, 2025Gain a clearer picture of today’s otolaryngology workforce and what it means for your practice. This comprehensive study offers essential data and trends to help you navigate an evolving healthcare landscape and plan strategically for the future. The session will also present findings from…
Optimizing Outcomes: A Multilevel Surgical Approach to Sleep Apnea Management
December 5, 2025This webinar took place November 22, 2025. Download your customizable Certificate of Attendance. The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery Foundation invites you to attend the Global Grand Rounds Webinar Optimizing Outcomes: A Multilevel Surgical Approach to Sleep Apnea Management. This complimentary event is…
Annual Meeting Webcasts
December 4, 2025Added Value Your registration to the AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO EXPOSM covers much more than you may realize. Full registrants will receive online access to recorded education sessions through OTO Logic for three years. Watch your favorite session again or explore a new…
CMS Releases CY 2026 HOPPS/ASC Final Rule
December 3, 2025The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the calendar year (CY) 2026 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (HOPPS) and Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) Payment System final rule on November 21. Policies outlined in the rule will take effect January 1, 2026. The following AAO…
Harry Barnes Endowment Travel Grant
December 2, 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…
Calendar
December 2, 2025#OTOMTG26 We look forward to seeing you at the AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO℠. Join us Saturday, October 17 – Tuesday, October 20, 2026, in Los Angeles, California. AAO-HNS/F OTO Forum The AAO-HNS/F 2026 OTO Forum will take place…
One in Eight Adolescents Shows Signs of Hearing Damage by Age 18
December 1, 2025For Immediate Release Contact: Tina Maggio, Sr. Director, Communications [email protected] December 1, 2025, Alexandria, Virginia—A comprehensive new study published in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, the peer-reviewed journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF…
General Assemblies
November 24, 2025General Assemblies—Board of Governors, Sections, and International Advisory Board The General Assemblies held during the Annual Meeting are open to all attendees and create the perfect opportunity for you to learn about the work and initiatives of the Board of Governors, the Sections…
Annual Meeting FAQs
November 24, 2025The AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO took place from Saturday, October 11 – Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at the Indiana Convention Center and JW Marriott Indianapolis Hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana. Education programming kicked off Saturday morning with the Opening Ceremony at 8:00…
Great Debates
November 24, 2025Collective Focus and Deliberation with Prominent Thought Leaders The Annual Meeting Program Committee (AMPC) education track leaders collaborate with the AAO-HNSF Education Committees and associated subspecialty societies to identify contentious issues deserving of our collective focus and deliberation as well as prominent thought…
Committee Meetings
November 24, 2025Committee meetings are held at various times throughout the Annual Meeting. Committee Service Stay tuned for additional information for your specific committee meeting from your chair and/or staff liaison in the coming weeks. Serving on a committee entails the essential responsibility of attending…
Presidents' Reception
November 24, 2025The 2025 Presidents’ Reception took place Saturday, October 11, at Lucas Oil Stadium. Home of the NFL’s Indianapolis Colts, Lucas Oil Stadium transformed into a dynamic networking venue where medical excellence met championship energy. Attendees had exclusive field access to Lucas Oil Stadium…
Opening Ceremony
November 24, 2025The Opening Ceremony kicks off the Annual Meeting program and features the John Conley, MD Lecture on Medical Ethics, speeches from the Academy leaders, and new videos showcasing members, the specialty, and Academy initiatives. In 2025, the John Conley, MD Lecture on Medical Ethics…