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…
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…
American Jewish Medical Association: American Jewish Medical Association Meeting at AAO-HNSF
September 3, 2025Founded after October 7, 2023, AJMA aims to unite Jewish healthcare professionals in response to rising antisemitism, providing networking, mentorship, and professional support. Featured speakers include AJMA CEO Michelle Stravitz and AJMA President Dr. Yael Halaas. Kindly RSVP by October 1, 2025, via link: https…
YPS IMPACT Award
September 2, 2025Young physicians are often overlooked or not qualified enough for many of the awards available in our specialty, yet many young physicians are quite remarkable with regards to the impact they have on education, service to their community, service to their profession and humanitarian…
Make Your Mark at The Talking Point – #OTOMTG25's Interactive Social Hub
August 29, 2025Ready to be part of something new and interactive this year at the Annual Meeting? The Talking Point at this year's AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO isn't just a place to charge your phone – it's where some real conversations can…
AAO42: Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Improvement of Obstructive Sleep Apnea after a Corrective Surgical Procedure+
August 26, 2025Download PDF High Priority Status: Yes / Outcome CBE Number: N/A Measure Description: Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who have a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea and received a corrective procedure for the obstructive sleep apnea and had an improvement in their…
Leadership and Governance
August 19, 2025AAO-HNS/F Boards of Directors The AAO-HNS/F Boards of Directors work to set the Academy’s strategic direction. The Board is made up of volunteer leadership roles including Academy and Foundation At-Large Directors, Academy and Foundation Coordinators, Board of Governors…
Preserving Patient Safety
August 19, 2025Our Position The Academy believes that a physician-led healthcare team is the best approach for providing high-quality care to patients. As such, the Academy is strongly opposed to the Medicare Audiology Access Improvement Act of 2025 (H.R. 2757/S. 1996), which…
Medicare Reimbursement
August 19, 2025Our Position To ensure continued access to vital physician and surgical services for Medicare patients, Congress must create a fair, long-term, and sustainable solution for Medicare physician payment rates. Lawmakers must take action to improve the physician payment system by providing an inflationary…