AAO-HNSF Certificate Program for Otolaryngology Personnel (CPOP) Workshop
December 12, 2025The AAO-HNSF CPOP workshop is a three-phase training program designed to teach otolaryngology office personnel basic hearing testing allowing audiologists to focus on complex audiometric testing, advanced hearing, and balance services while increasing otolaryngology office productivity. …
Events
December 12, 2025The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation has stood at the forefront in developing innovative, evidence-based education programming for otolaryngologists and otolaryngic health professionals worldwide for over a century. The Academy offers year-round live conferences and events with focused…
International Joint Meetings
December 12, 2025Since its inception, the AAO-HNSF has cultivated ties to national otolaryngology societies and similar organizations around the world through the Academy's International Corresponding Societies program. AAO-HNSF assigns great importance to these relationships, which collectively advance the otolaryngology specialty in ways no…
Board of Governors
December 11, 2025The Board of Governors (BOG) is made up of local, state, regional, and national otolaryngology-head and neck surgery societies from around the United States and Canada. The BOG was established in 1982 as a grassroots member network within the AAO-HNS. The BOG…
Physician Compensation Insights – Now Available On Demand
December 11, 2025Access this webinar exploring aggregated trends in physician compensation based on historical survey data. Discover how compensation varies by age, gender, and practice setting, while gaining insights into ancillary and call pay structures. Learn about compensation methods and review aggregated market data from past surveys. …
Honorary Awards
December 10, 2025We are grateful for the Academy’s extraordinary members who go above and beyond supporting the specialty. AAO-HNS/F Committee of Excellence Award Distinguished Award for Humanitarian Service Hall of Distinction Honor and Distinguished Service Awards Jerome C. Goldstein, MD Public Service Award…
ENT Advocacy Champion Award
December 10, 2025About the ENT Advocacy Champion Award The ENT Advocacy Champion Award recognizes an AAO-HNS/F member who most exemplifies the Academy’s dedication to advocacy on behalf of otolaryngology–head and neck surgery and the patients we serve. Presented annually during the BOG…
Tips to Avoid Fraudulent Solicitations
December 10, 2025Fraud Alert: Protect Yourself from Unauthorized Solicitations Related to the AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO Important Warning Many companies falsely claim to be affiliated with AAO-HNSF or authorized vendors. These fraudulent companies commonly offer services including attendee databases, list rentals, and hotel…
Home
December 10, 2025Featured News The OCC is open to individual physicians and APPs. Additionally, the first-ever AAO-HNSF APP Certificate of Completion program is available, allowing them to earn professional recognition through structured learning pathways and providing a lifelong learning resource for the entire otolaryngology…
State cCMV Laws
December 9, 2025As of late 2025, only a handful of U.S. states have enacted policies addressing congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV), with approaches ranging from education to universal newborn screening. Connecticut (effective July 2025) and Minnesota are the only states with universal screening mandates. A growing number of…
Talking Points: Support for Newborn Screening for Congenital Cytomegalovirus (cCMV)
December 9, 2025The Issue Congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) is the most common infectious cause of birth defects and non-genetic hearing loss in infants. Each year, thousands of infants in the U.S. are born with cCMV, yet most go undiagnosed because there is no routine screening. In…
2026 AAO-HNS Virtual Career Fair
December 9, 2025The AAO-HNS Virtual Career Fair is specially curated for early-career physicians, residents, fellows, and seasoned professionals seeking new horizons from the comfort of their own home! Whether you're taking your initial steps or eyeing a transition, this event is your compass to…
AAO-HNS/F 2026 OTO Forum
December 9, 2025The AAO-HNS/F 2026 OTO Forum will take place March 20-21, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky. This event provides an intimate forum for leadership discussions and practice management tools, highlighting the current and future needs of physicians caring for otolaryngologic patients. CME will…
AAO-HNS/F OTO Forum
December 9, 2025Conversations Shaping Otolaryngology's Future The AAO-HNS/F 2026 OTO Forum will take place March 20-21, 2026, in Louisville, Kentucky. This event provides an intimate forum for leadership discussions and practice management tools, highlighting the current and future needs of physicians caring…
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…
International Corresponding Societies (ICS)
December 9, 2025Past Coordinator for International Affairs, Eugene N. Myers, MD, developed a unique program of International Corresponding Societies that affiliate with the Academy on a peer-to-peer level. ICS leaders meet informally with Academy leaders for discussions on issues of mutual interest. Starting with…
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…