Los Angeles: Where the World Comes to Dream and Where Otolaryngology Comes Together for #OTOMTG26
May 18, 2026AAO-HNSFGet ready to experience the energy of Los Angeles this October. The "City of Angels" isn't just hosting the AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO, it's rolling out the red carpet for thousands of otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeons from around…
Childcare at the Annual Meeting: A Win for Both Kids and Parents
May 18, 2026Megan L. Durr, MD, Chair, and Cynthia S. Wang, MD, Information Officer, on behalf of the Women in Otolaryngology SectionThe AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO is bringing back the option for childcare during the meeting in Los Angeles, California, October 17 – 20. Physician…
Five-Minute Advocacy Efforts That You Can Do Today
May 18, 2026Anna Hall, AAO-HNS Manager, Health Policy & Regulatory AffairsThe AAO-HNS advocacy infrastructure is only as strong as its members. As an otolaryngologist and a trusted voice in your community, you are uniquely positioned to shape the policies that affect your patients and your practice…
Stories from the Road: One Less Drop, Cape Coast, Ghana
May 18, 2026Nikhil Bellamkonda, MD, on behalf of the Humanitarian Efforts CommitteeNikhil Bellamkonda, MDJeremy D. Meier, MD, a pediatric otolaryngologist at the University of Utah, founded One Less Drop, a nonprofit organization that collaborates with Cape Coast Teaching Hospital (CCTH). CCTH is a 400-bed public tertiary…
Study Sheds Light on Evolving Trends in Oral Cavity Cancer Among Younger Adults
May 18, 2026AAO-HNSFEarly detection of cancers affecting the mouth, throat, and related structures can greatly benefit younger adults who are at high risk for these types of cancers. This message was reinforced by original research published in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, the official peer-reviewed…
Listen: Navigating Immunotherapy Options for Allergic Rhinitis
May 18, 2026AAO-HNSWith allergy season well underway, we are re-sharing one of our popular Voices of Otolaryngology podcasts, “Navigating Immunotherapy Options for Allergic Rhinitis: SCIT vs. SLIT.”In this podcast, which was produced on behalf of the AAO-HNS Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Committee, Cecelia…
AAO-HNSF Congratulates KORL-HNS on its 100th Congress during ICORL 2026
May 18, 2026AAO-HNSFThe American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) participated in the 2026 International Congress of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ICORL 2026), held April 17–19, 2026, in Goyang, Korea. AAO-HNSF President Gene Brown, MD, RPh, joined colleagues from…
Call for Contributions: Share Your Voice with the Bulletin
May 13, 2026The Bulletin, the official content hub of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and its Foundation (AAO-HNS/F), represents the expertise, perspectives, and stories of its members. We invite you to contribute by submitting articles, topic inquiries, or multimedia content, either…
No Margin, No Mission: Reframing the Business of Medicine
May 4, 2026Rahul K. Shah, MD, MBAAAO-HNS/F Executive Vice President and CEOI write this column each month with a genuine sense of optimism about where our specialty stands, and this month that optimism feels particularly well-founded. March gave us two meaningful moments to take…
April Showers, May Flowers
May 4, 2026Gene G. Brown, MD, RPhAAO-HNS/F PresidentSpring has always been my favorite season. As the days grow longer and I can finally watch the sun set after arriving home, I notice something shift in the air, in my step, and honestly in my mood…
Join Us at the AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO in Los Angeles
May 4, 2026Dear Colleagues,On behalf of the Annual Meeting Program Committee (AMPC), it is our distinct pleasure to personally invite you to join us in Los Angeles, California, for the upcoming AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO, which will be held October 17-20. This…
Spring 2026 Updates for Biologics in Chronic Rhinosinusitis
May 4, 2026Michael J. Marino, MD, and Devyani Lal, MD, on behalf of the Rhinology and Allergy Education CommitteeThis article highlights key updates from 2025 to early 2026 on biological therapy in chronic rhinosinusitis. Tezepelumab became the fourth FDA-approved add-on maintenance biologic for chronic rhinosinusitis…
Intranasal Epinephrine as a New Option for Anaphylaxis
May 4, 2026Haidy Marzouk, MD, MBA, on behalf of the Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology CommitteeAnaphylaxis occurs in about 1.6%-5.1% of the United States population.1 Although known as a life-threatening reaction, treatment with epinephrine can be a lifesaving treatment when given quickly. Therefore…
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Dysphonia
May 4, 2026Nancy Jiang, MD, on behalf of the Voice CommitteeGLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) are now part of routine clinical care. Known widely by brand names such as Ozempic®, Wegovy®, and Mounjaro®, these medications have expanded rapidly from subspecialty endocrinology clinics to…
Completeness of Surgery Matters in Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps
May 4, 2026Devyani Lal, MD, and Kevin C. Welch, MD, on behalf of the Rhinology and Allergy Education CommitteeChronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) remains one of the most challenging inflammatory diseases managed by general otolaryngologists. Endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) continues to play a central role even…
Behind the Scenes with the AMPC: How an Incredible Annual Meeting Is Crafted
May 4, 2026Kelly M. Malloy, MD, Annual Meeting Program Committee memberFor many members, the Annual Meeting is the highlight of our AAO-HNSF experience. Every fall, we have the opportunity to gather as otolaryngologists to learn, network, thought-partner, and enjoy each other’s company in an…
The Otolaryngologist’s Role in Advocacy for Children and Families with Cleft and Craniofacial Differences
May 4, 2026Ryan H. Belcher, MD, MPH, Scott Owen, MD, and Zahrah M. Taufique, MD, MBA, on behalf of the Otolaryngology Cleft and Craniofacial CommitteeThe otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialty has a storied role in caring and advocating for patients with cleft and craniofacial differences over…
A Guide to Otolaryngology Away Rotations: From Applying to Post-Rotation Communication
May 4, 2026Ryan C. Higgins, MD, Beatrice R. Bacon, MD, Priyanka Shah, BS, and Michele M. Carr, DDS, MD, PhD, on behalf of the Credentials and Membership CommitteeOtolaryngology is one of the most competitive surgical specialties, with an overall match rate of 67.4% in 2026.1…
