Kids ENT Health Month
January 30, 2026National 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 number one reason for an appointment. From earaches to choking hazards, kids can suffer from a variety of…
Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund
January 29, 2026To honor Eugene N. Myers, MD, FRCS Edin (Hon), and his dedication to advancing otolaryngology and patient care worldwide, the AAO-HNSF is pleased to announce the Eugene N. Myers, MD Global Education Fund to benefit the continuing education needs of otolaryngologists practicing in…
Call for Science: Promoted Gaps
January 27, 2026The 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. This track…
Call for Science Submission Guidelines
January 27, 2026Letter from AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting Program Coordinator DEAR COLLEAGUES, We look forward to welcoming you to the AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO in Los Angeles, California, October 17 – 20, to renew friendships, engage the vibrant global otolaryngology community, learn from trusted…
Annual Meeting Call for Science
January 27, 2026Call for Science The Call for Science offers the opportunity to showcase your groundbreaking science and support advances in the field. The Call for Science site closed on January 26, 2026. View the key dates below to learn more about the review process and…
New Screening Tool Adapted for U.S. Older Adults to Detect Oral Frailty
January 26, 2026For Immediate Release Contact: [email protected] January 26, 2026, Alexandria, Virginia— An international collaboration of researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine, Michigan State University, the University of Iowa, New York University, the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and multiple institutions in Japan including the University of…
AAO-HNS 2026 Congressional Advocacy Hill Day
January 23, 2026Training will begin at 5:00 pm (ET), Tuesday, March 10 at the Residence Inn by Marriott, National Mall. Further training, final instructions, and all Hill meetings will take place on Wednesday, March 11.…
Slate of Candidates
January 23, 2026Official Slate of Candidates for the 2026 AAO-HNS Annual Election Please review the official slate of candidates. Check back in April when the candidate statements are available ahead of the ballot that opens in May for you to cast your vote for the…
Study Reveals Weight Loss Medications May Improve Outcomes for Chronic Sinus Disease Patient
January 22, 2026For Immediate Release Contact: [email protected] January 20, 2026, Alexandria, Virginia—A new study published in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, the peer-reviewed journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation, reveals that glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists…
Committees
January 15, 2026Join an Academy/Foundation Committee! The Academy’s collective community of 60-plus committees help our specialty flourish and succeed from the contributions of its members. Committees are the lifeblood of the Academy and foster collaboration which produces so many vital contributions across the…
Call for Clinical Quality Measure Development Topics
January 12, 2026Clinical quality measures (measures) are used to assess how well healthcare providers adhere to evidence-based standards of care to achieve desired outcomes. The American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery is focused on developing evidence-based measures with the greatest potential to…
Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS)
January 12, 2026About Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) In addition to serving multiple functions as the clinical data registry for otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, Reg-ent can also be utilized for MIPS reporting. Reg-ent is a CMS-designated Qualified Clinical Data Registry (QCDR…
AAO-HNS Fact Sheet: Audiology Scope of Practice and Patient Safety
January 12, 2026The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) strongly opposes legislative efforts to expand the scope of practice for audiologists beyond their level of training. This includes expansion into areas of medical diagnosis and treatment. While audiologists are valued members of…
Position Statement: Care for Children with CMV
January 8, 2026Congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) is a common in-utero infection and a leading cause of childhood hearing loss. Through early childhood, CMV is nearly ubiquitous, as up to 70% of children between 1 and 3 years old may have CMV detected in urine or saliva. Most…
AAO-HNS Lee Eisenberg Resident in Advocacy Scholars Program
January 8, 2026Goal: To introduce residents to the various advocacy opportunities at the academy. To educate and develop future academy advisors and leaders. Target Audience: Third Year Otolaryngology Residents Program Overview: The AAO-HNS Lee Eisenberg Resident in Advocacy Scholars Program will select two residents annually to…
