Position Statement: Botulinum Toxin Treatment
July 17, 2025I. Treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia (Laryngeal Dystonia) The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery ("AAO-HNS") considers Botulinum toxin a safe and effective modality for the treatment of spasmodic dysphonia and it may be offered as primary therapy for this disorder.1 II…
Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation in the Pediatric Population
July 17, 2025The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery considers Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilatation (ETBD) as appropriate treatment for pediatric patients with Obstructive Eustachian Tube Dysfunction (OETD) resulting in chronic otitis media which is refractory to standard surgical interventions (eg - tympanostomy tube placement and adenoidectomy…
Our Donors
July 17, 2025Our donors are the building blocks of the AAO-HNS foundation and play a critical role in ensuring the stability of the specialty today and the advancement of the specialty for generations to come. We are honored and touched by all our donors for…
2025 CORE Grant Recipients
July 16, 2025American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) AAO-HNSF Bobby R. Alford Endowed Research Grant Linda Magaña, MD, PhD University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine Project Title: Anatomic and Physiologic Predictors of Route of Breathing during Wake and Sleep…
Special Events
July 16, 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 will take place on Saturday, October 11, at Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the NFL's…
Harry Barnes Endowment Travel Grant
July 16, 2025The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, in collaboration with the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, provides two $1,000 Travel Grants to assist with needed funding for meritorious, young residents of African descent from the United States, Caribbean, or Canada to participate…
Young Physician Travel Grant Applications
July 16, 2025Applications for a travel grant of $500 each to subsidize the costs of attending the AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO Expo are no longer being accepted. The 2026 application process will open in Summer 2026. To qualify, applicants are required to: Be a current…
Medical Student Resources
July 16, 2025You’re in medical school, but what’s next? The AAO-HNS offers resources to help guide medical students who are interested in exploring a career in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. Read the articles below to learn more about the match process, life…
Resident Leadership Travel Grant Applications
July 16, 2025Applications for a travel grant of $500 each to subsidize the costs of attending the AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO Expo are no longer being accepted. The 2026 application process will open in Summer 2026. To qualify, applicants are required to: Must be…
Medical Student Travel Grants
July 16, 2025Applications for a travel grant of $250 each to subsidize the costs of attending the AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO Expo are no longer being accepted. The 2026 application process will open in Summer 2026. To qualify, applicants are required to: Must be…
Simulation Events
July 15, 2025The simulation events at the 2025 Annual Meeting offer an interactive hands-on format to enhance surgical skills. The following events are sponsored by the AAO-HNSF Simulation Education Committee. AAO-HNSF Pre-Conference Workshop Worst Case Scenarios: Managing OTO Emergencies in Practice Friday…
Annual Meeting Social Media Toolkits
July 15, 2025These toolkits are designed to help key audiences spread the word about their participation at the AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO. Download the toolkits that are applicable to you, and express your excitement about the upcoming 2025 Annual Meeting! Attendee Toolkit Promote…
Otolaryngology Private Practice Section
July 15, 2025About OPPS Established in 2023, the Otolaryngology Private Practice Section works to serve the unique needs of private practitioners in practice management and patient care as well as facilitates essential communication with Academy leadership regarding wide-ranging issues of interest impacting otolaryngology-head and…
Young Physicians Section
July 14, 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…
About Us
July 14, 2025Where Experts and Science Converge The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (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…
International Visiting Scholarship
July 14, 2025International Visiting Scholarship (IVS) Program The 2025 IVS program is now closed; all scholarships have been awarded for this year. The 2026 program will open up early in the new year. Every year, the AAO-HNSF offers a limited number of scholarships to junior…
Driving to Indy
July 13, 2025#OTOMTG25 Is Closer Than You Think: Plan Your Drive to Indy Affectionately known as the “Crossroads of America,” the city of Indianapolis couldn’t be more conveniently located, with more than 50% of the United States population being within a day’s drive of…
