H. Bryan Neel III, MD, PhD Distinguished Research Lecture
September 29, 2025About the H. Bryan Neel III, MD, PhD Distinguished Research Lecture Funded by the Neel family and friends, the H. Bryan Neel III, MD, PhD Distinguished Research Lecture was established in 1993 to disseminate information regarding new developments in biomedical science to the otolaryngologic…
Federal Legislative Advocacy
September 26, 2025Legislative, political, and health policy activity directly affects our practices and our patients. Read below to stay up-to-date on the current issues affecting our specialty. Legislative Priorities for the 119th Congress The AAO-HNS is advocating on several priority issues for the…
Networking Opportunities
September 21, 2025Grow Your Connections Expand your network at this year's events! Affiliate Meetings/Events Expand your 2025 Annual Meeting experience with specialized affiliate events in Indianapolis! From hands-on workshops to research symposiums and networking gatherings, these independently organized events offer cultural connections and…
AAO-HNS Comments on CY 2026 HOPPS/ASC Proposed Rule
September 16, 2025On September 10, the AAO-HNS submitted a comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (HOPPS) and Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) proposed rule. The Academy’s comments addressed the following issues most significantly impacting…
AAO-HNS Comments on CY 2026 MPFS/QPP Proposed Rule
September 16, 2025On September 10, the AAO-HNS submitted a comment letter to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the calendar year (CY) 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) proposed rule. The Academy’s comments addressed the following issues most significantly impacting the specialty…
Get Involved
September 16, 2025Sections Members of the AAO-HNS have an array of opportunities to impact the specialty by getting involved with the Academy’s initiatives. These opportunities are not only member benefits, but they also provide a valuable service to the specialty and allow you to…
Oral Tissue Collaborative (OTC) Symposium: Building Excellence in Oral Tissue Biobanking
September 15, 2025This hybrid symposium brings together leading experts, researchers, and practitioners in the field of oral tissue biobanking to foster a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange, the development and dissemination of standards, and collaborative innovation. Attendees will hear from keynote speakers and engage in roundtable discussions…
AAO-HNS/F Publications
September 11, 2025Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery is the official peer-reviewed, hybrid publication of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation. The mission of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery is to publish contemporary, ethical, clinically relevant information…
International Member Rates
September 10, 2025Special Member Rates for International Physicians To promote global participation in our organization, international physician membership dues are tiered based on World Bank country income designations. Please view the lists below to see the membership rate you are eligible for based on your country…
Newsroom
September 9, 2025The AAO-HNS is one of the world’s largest organizations representing specialists who treat the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. Otolaryngologist–head and neck surgeons diagnose and treat medical disorders that are among the most common affecting…
Discover that the Future Is Now for Otolaryngology Research & Quality at #OTOMTG25
September 5, 2025The AAO-HNSF Research & Quality (R&Q) Engagement Hub is expanding value to attendees with hands-on activities, live data displays, and exclusive presentations designed for healthcare professionals at every level. Plus, bookmark all these can’t-miss sessions to stay connected with the…
AAO-HNS Submits Letters to Aetna and Cigna Regarding their Respective Evaluation and Management Downcoding Policies
September 4, 2025The Academy submitted individual comment letters to Aetna and Cigna on September 3 regarding their respective policies on downcoding for Evaluation and Management services. In both instances, the Academy expressed considerable concerns that question reimbursement methodologies, medical claim and appeal processes, and the undo…
American Neurotology Society (ANS): 60th Annual ANS Fall Meeting (Fab Friday)
September 3, 2025Join us for the American Neurotology Society Fall Meeting on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis. This scientific gathering will bring together leading experts in the field to share the latest research, advancements, and clinical practices in neurotology. Attendees can expect…
Indiana University School of Medicine, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery: Host City Social Event
September 3, 2025IUSM is pleased to invite all AAO-HNSF attendees and guests to join us at the site of the 'Greatest Spectacle In Racing', explore the history of the Indianapolis 500, see behind the magic, check out race cars (from the very first winning car to…
International Surgical Sleep Society: ISSS 2025 Educational Update
September 3, 2025The ISSS holds international scientific meetings that enable surgeons from around the world to discuss advances in sleep surgery and to share their research findings. These meetings have provided the foundation for ongoing ISSS research initiatives that will help patients with snoring or obstructive sleep…