AAO12: Tympanostomy Tubes: Topical Ear Drop Monotherapy for Acute Otorrhea+
December 18, 2024Download PDF High Priority Status: Yes / Appropriate Use CBE Number: N/A Measure Description: Percentage of patients aged 6 months to 12 years of age at the time of the visit with a current diagnosis of an uncomplicated acute tympanostomy tube otorrhea (TTO) who were…
Affiliate Meeting/Event Information
December 18, 2024All affiliate events held in conjunction with the AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO must adhere to the affiliate event guidelines, regardless of the meeting location. Please read through the guidelines before submitting your request. Please note, meeting room assignments will not be…
Stories from the Road
December 18, 2024"Stories From the Road," an initiative of the AAO-HNSF Humanitarian Efforts Committee, is a featured column published monthly in The Bulletin, and spotlights otolaryngology humanitarian outreach work being done in low-income communities around the globe. Clink on the links below to learn…
CPG: Age-Related Hearing Loss
December 17, 2024The guideline was published as a supplement in the May 2024 issue of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery on April 30. Clinical Practice Guideline: Age-Related Hearing Loss The purpose of this clinical practice guideline is to identify quality improvement opportunities and provide clinicians…
Otolaryngology Workforce Report
December 16, 2024Featured 2023 Otolaryngology Workforce Report The 2023 Otolaryngology Workforce Report, developed by the hard work and dedication of the AAO-HNS Workforce and Socioeconomic Task Force chaired by Andrew J. Tompkins, MD, MBA, is now available. The results of the survey should be valuable…
International Joint Meetings
December 13, 2024Since 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…
Calendar
December 12, 20242025 AAO-HNS/F OTO Forum The 2025 AAO-HNS/F OTO Forum will be held April 25 – 26, 2025, in Alexandria, Virginia. This event provides an intimate forum for leadership discussions and practice management tools, highlighting the current and future needs of private…
Call for Science: Promoted Gaps
December 12, 2024The following gap topics were identified in a comprehensive gap analysis, and clear learning needs have been identified under the following subspecialty and other topical related tracks. Abstracts addressing these topics will be given special consideration during the review and selection process. As you…
AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO
December 12, 2024We look forward to seeing you October 11– 14, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mark your calendars today for the premier event for the specialty.…
2025 AAO-HNS/F OTO Forum
December 12, 2024The 2025 AAO-HNS/F OTO Forum will be held April 25 – 26, 2025, in Alexandria, Virginia. This event provides an intimate forum for leadership discussions and practice management tools, highlighting the current and future needs of private practice physicians caring for otolaryngologic patients. …
International Member Benefits
December 10, 2024Become an International Member of the AAO-HNS The Global Leader in Optimizing Quality Ear, Nose, and Throat Patient Care Exclusive member benefits include education, networking opportunities, publications, events, grants and scholarships, and resources. Learn more about your benefits below! Exclusive Member Benefits Include…
State Legislative Advocacy
December 9, 2024State Trackers View members by name tracking State Legislation in their area, including an introductory slideshow, and State-mENT Newsletters. State Tracker State-mENT Newsletter Academy State Advocacy Bill Tracking: Legislative Tracking by State State Legislative Tracking Resources: 2025 State Legislative Session Dates State…
AAO-HNS/F Position Statements
December 9, 2024A Position Statement from the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and Foundation (AAO-HNS/F) is used to designate a statement, policy, or a consensus recommendation on a particular topic or topics. An AAO-HNS/F Position Statement is generally evidence…
General Assemblies Are at the Heart of the Academy!
December 9, 2024The AAO-HNSF Otolaryngology Private Practice Section (OPPS), Section for Residents and Fellows-in-Training (SRF), Women in Otolaryngology (WIO) Section, and Young Physicians Section (YPS), are offering supplemental, high-value engagement and learning opportunities during the Annual Meeting, providing the opportunity to learn…
OTO Forum Session Presentations
December 9, 2024Thank you for attending the AAO-HNS/F inaugural OTO Forum. Below you will find access to the presentations that have been made available by speakers. April 5 Healthcare Trends OPPS Benchmarking Your Ancillaries Part I Pearls and Pitfalls Consolidation The Small Group Practice…