Annual Meeting Call for Science
December 1, 2025Call for Science The Call for Science offers the opportunity to showcase your groundbreaking science and support advances in the field. The Call for Science site is now open through January 26, 2026. View the key dates below to learn more about the review…
Resident Reviewer Development Program
December 1, 2025As an offering of the AAO-HNSF journals, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and OTO Open, the Resident Reviewer Development Program (RRDP) gives residents who are interested in peer review the opportunity to learn from mentors who are seasoned peer reviewers. By completing reviews…
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…
Women in Otolaryngology
December 1, 2025Dedicated 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…
Program Information
November 25, 2025CME Information The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Program Tracks The education program is divided into 13 distinct tracks, allowing you to…
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…
Exhibit
November 24, 2025Exhibit in the OTO EXPO Each year the AAO-HNSF attracts on average more than 5,000 surgeons, physicians, and other medical professionals in the field of otolaryngology. They understand the importance of coming for the world-class education that can be obtained in…
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…
Special Events
November 24, 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 took place on Saturday, October 11, at Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the NFL's Indianapolis…
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…
OTO EXPO
November 24, 2025Meet with Vendors and Suppliers The OTO EXPO features the most comprehensive display of the latest products and services available for advancing the specialty of ear, nose, and throat care. With over 200 exhibitors in the OTO EXPO, attendees can participate in hands-on…
Young Physicians Section
November 24, 2025The 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…
State Tracker State-mENT Newsletter
November 24, 2025The State-mENT is an “at a glance” one-page resource outlining the Academy’s state legislative activity from the previous month. Sign up as a State Tracker and become part of the discussion! 2025 2024 2022-2019 …
Global Grand Rounds Webinar: Optimizing Outcomes: A Multilevel Surgical Approach to Sleep Apnea Management
November 24, 2025The 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 in collaboration with the Indian Academy of OTO-HNS and the International Surgical…
CY 2026 Quality Payment Program Final Rule
November 20, 2025The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Calendar Year (CY) 2026 final rule for the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), which also includes proposals related to the Quality Payment Program (QPP). Policies outlined in the rule will take effect January 1, 2026. The…