Staff Directory
September 3, 2025AAO-HNSF Staff Directory iMIS Specialist [email protected] 703-535-3691 Analyst, Research and Quality [email protected] 1-703-535-3713 Program Manager, Member Networks & Engagement [email protected] 1-703-535-3734 Senior, AMS – Business Intel [email protected] 1-703…
CPT for ENT: Tympanostomy (PE Tube Removal)
September 3, 2025Q: How Do I code for PE tube removal? A: In January 2003, the American Medical Association (AMA) CPT Editorial Panel revised the coding for removal of tympanostomy (PE) tubes. Prior to the revision in January 2003, CPT code 69424 described: “ventilating tube removal when…
Nikhil J. Bhatt, MD Endowed International Public Service Award
September 2, 2025The AAO-HNS Foundation supports otolaryngologists around the world who demonstrate a unique commitment to the specialty as part of our continued effort to foster a global otolaryngology community. The AAO-HNSF Nikhil J. Bhatt, MD International Public Service Award honors a non-U…
Nikhil J. Bhatt, MD Endowed International Humanitarian Award
September 2, 2025About the Nikhil J. Bhatt, MD International Humanitarian Award The AAO-HNS Foundation supports otolaryngologists around the world who demonstrate a unique commitment to the specialty as part of our continued effort to foster a global otolaryngology community. The AAO-HNSF Nikhil J. Bhatt…
Jerome C. Goldstein, MD Public Service Award
September 2, 2025About the Jerome C. Goldstein, MD Public Service Award The Jerome C. Goldstein, MD Public Service Award recognizes members for commitment and achievement in service, either to the public or to other organizations within the United States, when such service promises to improve patient…
Distinguished Award for Humanitarian Service
September 2, 2025About the Distinguished Award for Humanitarian Service The Distinguished Award for Humanitarian Service recognizes an Academy member who is widely known for a consistent, stable character distinguished by honesty, zeal for truth, integrity, love for and devotion to humanity, and a self-giving spirit…
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…
YPS Model Mentor Award
September 2, 2025Having a good mentor is important to every phase of a physician’s career but perhaps never more critical than in the earliest years out of training. The YPS Model Mentor Award recognizes the key role that expert mentorship plays in a young physician…
WIO He for She Award
September 2, 2025About the WIO He for She Award This award recognizes a male otolaryngologist who serves as a strong mentor, collaborator, and sponsor of women in otolaryngology. It is meant to celebrate our male colleagues who celebrate us, those who show the importance of teamwork…
WIO Exemplary Senior Trainee Award
September 2, 2025About the WIO Exemplary Senior Trainee Award The WIO Exemplary Senior Trainee Award recognizes an outstanding female senior resident or fellow in an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery training program who demonstrates excellence in leadership, research, education, and mentoring. 2025 WIO Exemplary Senior Trainee…
WIO Helen F. Krause, MD Trailblazer Award
September 2, 2025About the WIO Helen F. Krause, MD Trailblazer Award This award recognizes an individual who has furthered the interests of women in the field of otolaryngology. 2025 WIO Helen F. Krause, MD Trailblazer Award Recipient This year's awardee of the AAO-HNS WIO…
Holt Leadership Award for Residents and Fellows-in-Training
September 2, 2025About the Holt Leadership Award for Residents and Fellows-in-Training The Holt Leadership Award is awarded annually to the Resident or Fellow-in-Training who best exemplifies the attributes of a young leader: honesty, integrity, fairness, advocacy, and enthusiasm. The Award recognizes exemplary…
OPPS Spirit of Private Practice Award
September 2, 2025About the OPPS Spirit of Private Practice Award The “Spirit of Private Practice” award is an annual honor given by the OPPS to a member who has made significant contributions to private practice otolaryngology. This award recognizes the role of private practice otolaryngology in…
BOG Practitioner of Excellence Award
September 2, 2025About the BOG Practitioner Excellence Award The Board of Governors (BOG) Practitioner Excellence Award recognizes the prototypical clinical otolaryngologist one wishes to emulate. BOG Representatives nominate individuals who, within the past 10 years, have practiced medicine in an exemplary manner and are sought out…
BOG Model Society Award
September 2, 2025About the BOG Model Society Award The Board of Governors (BOG) Model Society Award recognizes outstanding local/state/regional societies that exhibit effective leadership, institute Academy and Foundation programs, and further Academy goals through active participation in the BOG. Eligibility Criteria: Must have all…
AAO-HNS/F Committee of Excellence Award
September 2, 2025About the Committee Excellence Award The Committees of Excellence Award recognizes committees that contribute in ways that lead to the Academy’s overall success as the global leader in optimizing quality ear, nose, and throat care. 2025 Committee Excellence Award Recipients Facial Plastics and…
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…