Universal Principles of Thyroid Surgery: Lessons from Rwanda
February 17, 2026David Zachariah Allen, MD, and Merry Sebelik, MD, on behalf of the Endocrine Surgery CommitteeA multidisciplinary team at Kibagabaga Hospital performs a thyroidectomy, highlighting the adaptability required to deliver specialized endocrine surgical care in resource-limited environments.Since the earliest successful goiter operations, thyroid surgery…
Caring for Children with Cleft and Craniofacial Differences
February 17, 2026Lisa Morris, MD, Phayvanh Pecha, MD, MPH, and Brianne Roby, MD, on behalf of the Otolaryngology Cleft and Craniofacial CommitteeOtolaryngology-head and neck surgeons are trained in areas involving communication, including hearing, swallowing, facial expression, and speech. All areas of communication require expertise in anatomy…
Pearls From Your Peers: How I Read It
February 17, 2026Grace Kim, MD, Matthew Maksimoski, MD, Karthik Balakrishnan, MD, MPH, Douglas R. Sidell, MD, Mai Thy T. Truong, MD, Ryan H. Belcher, MD, MPH, and Torrey L. Fourrier, MD, on behalf of the Pediatric Otolaryngology Education CommitteeA recent New England Journal of Medicine study by…
Most Utilized CPT Codes and Medicare Payment Updates
February 17, 2026Anna Hall, AAO-HNS Manager, Health Policy and Regulatory AffairsEach year, the Academy provides AAO-HNS members with an updated listing of the 100 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes most frequently reported by otolaryngologists to help members better understand national utilization patterns and how recent…
Official Slate of Candidates for the 2026 AAO-HNS Annual Election
February 17, 2026Please review this official slate of candidates. Check back in April, when the candidate statements are available, ahead of the ballot that opens in May, so that you can cast your vote for the future leadership of the Academy.President-ElectWilliam R. Blythe, MDAngela M…
2025’s Top-Read Articles in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery
February 17, 2026AAO-HNSFOtolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (OTO Journal) is the official peer-reviewed publication of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF). Our mission is to publish contemporary, ethical, clinically relevant information in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery that can…
OTO Open: 2025 Must-Read Articles
February 17, 2026AAO-HNSFOTO Open is the official open access journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation. The mission of OTO Open is to offer rapid online publication of clinically relevant information in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery to facilitate the dissemination…
Get Inspired. Get Connected. Get to OTO Forum.
February 6, 2026For the first time ever, the AAO-HNS/F 2026 OTO Forum is heading to Louisville, Kentucky—a vibrant, welcoming destination that blends sports heritage, modern flair, and unforgettable hospitality. It’s the perfect backdrop for two days dedicated to elevating the business of medicine…
Register Now to Attend the 2026 OTO Forum in Louisville
February 6, 2026From the AAO-HNSFThe third annual OTO Forum will take place March 20-21, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky. This increasingly popular event brings together private practice leaders, academic faculty, residents, practice administrators, and health professionals from across the specialty who are eager to sharpen their…
Call for Contributions: Share Your Voice with the Bulletin
February 2, 2026The Bulletin, the official content hub of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and its Foundation (AAO-HNS/F), represents the expertise, perspectives, and stories of its members. We invite you to contribute by submitting articles, topic inquiries, or multimedia content, either…
Staff Spotlight: Pamela Gilbert, Sr. Manager, Member Networks and Engagement
February 2, 2026This month we spoke with Pamela Gilbert, Sr. Manager, Member Networks and Engagement. Pam is an integral part of the Membership team and is all things committees! She’s dedicated to helping the Academy’s sections and committees run smoothly.How long have you been…
Black and Blue: The University of Michigan’s History of Training Black Otolaryngologists
February 2, 2026David J. Brown, MD, Terrence K. Pleasant, MD, and Shannon D. Fayson, MD, on behalf of the History and Archives CommitteeThe University of Michigan Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery’s history of training Black surgeons dates to the 1970s. These recruitment and retention…
Stories From the Road: Corozal Community Hospital, Belize
February 2, 2026Abigail Homan, MD, Medical Student, on behalf of the Humanitarian Efforts CommitteeAbigail Homan, MDAbigail Homan, MD, is a medical student at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. Recently, she participated in a volunteer mission to Corozal, Belize, and the Corozal Community Hospital on behalf…
State Advocacy Front Lines: What Otolaryngologists Need to Know for 2026
February 2, 2026Aaron Castelo, Senior Advisor, AAO-HNS State AdvocacyAs state legislatures continue to convene in 2026, the AAO-HNS is already responding to another busy year of advocacy. With 46 of 50 legislatures already meeting or scheduled to meet, many of the most consequential policy decisions…
Management of Chronic Cough in Children
February 2, 2026Catherine K. Hart, MD, Alisa Timashpolsky, MD, and Michael A. DeMarcantonio, MDChronic cough in the pediatric population is defined as lasting more than four weeks and is one of the most common pediatric complaints in an otolaryngology practice. Chronic cough can be categorized into specific…
February Is Kids ENT Health Month!
February 2, 2026From the AAO-HNSFNational health statistics reveal that pediatric ear, nose, and throat disorders remain among the primary reasons children visit a physician, with ear infections ranking as the top reason for an appointment. From earaches to choking hazards, kids can suffer from a variety…
How Are Your New Year's Resolutions Looking?
February 2, 2026Gene G. Brown, MD, RPhAAO-HNS/F PresidentWe're already six weeks into 2026. If you're like most people, those ambitious New Year's resolutions are already showing cracks. The gym membership is gathering dust, the diet has encountered its first "cheat day" (that…
Ready to Go: OTO Forum Comes to Louisville
February 2, 2026Disclaimer: I am an avid user of AI companion tools. Most of my writings incorporate some form of AI assistance.Rahul K. Shah, MD, MBAAAO-HNS/F Executive Vice President and CEOIf you attended our Annual Meeting in Indianapolis this past fall, you remember the…
