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Celebrating Over 80 Years Of Service!

The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA) represents over 2,700 Board-certified otolaryngologists and health care providers. Otolaryngology, frequently referred to as Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT), uniquely combines medical and surgical expertise to care for patients with a variety of conditions affecting the ears, nose, and throat, as well as commonly related conditions. AAOA members devote part of their practice to the diagnosis and treatment of allergic disease. The AAOA actively supports its membership through education, research, and advocacy in the care of allergic patients.

"Advance the comprehensive management of allergy and inflammatory disease in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery through training, education, and advocacy."

AAOA Member Benefits

  • Up to 60% discount for CME programs and free Annual Meeting. All AAOA’s CME programs meet ABOTOHNS Continuing Certification.
  • AAOA US ENT Affinity program, where AAOA members can gain savings on antigen, allergy supplies, and any of the other 5 service lines US ENT offers. For more email info@usentpartners.com.
  • Tools and resources to comply with US General Chapter 797 and practice management tools.
  • Advocacy support.
  • And much more! Learn More

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT CORNER

As part of our on-going member support, we are introducing a new website feature to help with common practice management challenges. We welcome your input with questions or challenges you would like to address. Read More

ADVOCACY UPDATES

Penicillin Allergy Verification and Evaluation (PAVE) Act

Penicillin Allergy Verification and Evaluation (PAVE) Act to be introduced by Rep. Bucshon. AAOA is one…

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CMS Released the Annual Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule

On July 10, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Medicare Physician…

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Latest on Federal Issues

This blog will feature weekly updates from our Socioeconomic Committee and Health Policy team to…

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Upcoming Dates

08/02/24: Scientific Abstract Submission Deadline
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12/01/24: Research Grant Cycle
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04/01/25: Fellow Exam Application Deadline
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06/01/25: Research Grant Cycle
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EDUCATION

AAOA Annual Meeting

Register for FREE* to attend the 2024 AAOA Annual Meeting in-person, in Las Vegas, or virtually!

*The 2024 AAOA Annual Meeting is FREE to all AAOA members in good standing

RESIDENTS

For information about Resident membership, opportunities, DosedDaily, research grants, and other resources. Learn More

IFAR

Available Now

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IFAR Impact Factor: 2.454

IFAR Featured Content: COVID-19 - Free Access
Endonasal instrumentation and aerosolization risk in the era of COVID‐19: simulation, literature review, and proposed mitigation strategies . Read More

Changes in Managing Practices

Working together with AAOA staff, volunteer leadership and members will enable us to have a positive impact on our members’ practices.

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Live and Online CME

2024 AAOA Annual Meeting - Hybrid
November 8-10, 2024
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
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Coming Soon! New Explorers Course — Hybrid
90-days Access Feb 27 – May 27, 2025 
March 27-29, 2025 - Live
The Hythe, Vail, CO
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2025 AAOA Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology - Hybrid
90-days Access June 10 – Sep 15, 2025
July 10-12, 2025 - Live
The Chateaux Deer Valley, Park City, UT
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USP 797 Online Module
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AAOA Educational Stacks
Available Now!

News and Updates

CEO Update, September 2024

“Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the Fall”. F. Scott Fitzgerald…

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ABOHNS Practice Analysis Job Task Analysis Survey

On September 24 the ABOHNS initiated a Practice Analysis (Job Task Analysis) Survey. All ABOHNS…

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College Allergy Symptoms Treatment Back to Shcool

PRACTICE RESOURCES

AAOA Practice Resource Tool Kit

The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA) Practice Resource Tool Kit is intended as a guide to help AAOA members integrate allergy into their otolaryngology practice and to continually improve on this integration as new information, regulations, and resources become available.

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PARTNER RESOURCE CENTER

AAOA has launched a Partner Resource Center to bring you partner resources that can assist your practice and patient care.

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PATIENT CORNER

About American Academy Of Otolaryngic Allergy

The AAOA actively supports its membership through education, research, and advocacy in the care of allergic patients. Our volunteer leaders are the backbone of the AAOA and the AAOA Foundation.    Become a Member Today

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AAOA Board

President
Douglas Dawson, MD

President-Elect
Keith Sale, MD

Secretary
Kevin Wilson, MD

Treasurer
Dole Baker, MD

Immediate Past President
Ayesha Khalid, MD, MBA

Past President
Michael Platt, MD

Coordinator of Education
Robert Stachler, MD

Director of Educational Programs
Farrah Siddiqui, MD

Director of Educational Assessment
Chris Brook, MD

Patient & Professional Education Chair
Jennifer Villwock, MD

Socioeconomic Chair
Robert Puchalski, MD

Board Members
Michelle Liu, MD (2021-2024)
William Reisacher, MD
(2021-2024)
Bryan Leatherman, MD
(2022-2025)
Christopher Vickery, MD
(2022-2025)
Christine DeMason, MD
(2023-2026)
Matthew Patterson, MD
(2023-2026)

Leadership Bios

AAOA Leadership

A Message From The AAOA President, Douglas Dawson MD, FAAOA

As the incoming president, I want to express my gratitude and excitement for the opportunity…

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AAOA Foundation Board

President
Charles S. Ebert, MD, MPH

Secretary
Dana Crosby, MD

Treasurer
Mas Takashima, MD

Board Members
J. Whit Mims, MD
Kibwey McKinney, MD

Foundation Grant Review Chair
Kenneth Rodriguez, MD

AAOA/Foundation Executive Director/CEO
Jami Lucas

Committees

AAOA Staff

Executive Director/CEO
Jami Lucas
(202) 955-5010
info@aaoallergy.org

Director, Marketing and Communications
Marina Fassnacht
(202) 955-5010 ext. 500
mfassnacht@aaoallergy.org

Education Programs Director
Claudia Ventura
(202) 955-5010 ext. 600
cventura@aaoallergy.org

Member Engagement Coordinator & Foundation Coordinator
Kate Chenal
(202) 955-5010 ext. 300
kchenal@aaoallergy.org

 

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AAOA Leadership

Audit Committee
Todd Berinstein, MD, JD
Mona Patadia, MD
Melissa Hertler, MD

Nominating Committee
Christopher Vickery, MD, Chair
Jack Fornadley, MD
Ayesha Khalid, MD, MBA
Alpen Patel, MD
Michael Platt, MD


ARS-AAOA IFAR Journal Limited Liability Corporation (LLC)
Charles Ebert, MD, AAOA Representative
Sandra Lin, MD, AAOA Representative
Michael J. Parker, MD, AAOA Representative
Joshua Levy, MD, Alternate Representative

AMA Delegates
Wesley D. VanderArk, MD, Delegate
Alpen Patel, MD Alternate Delegate

AMA CPT/RUC
Robert Puchalski, MD, Representative

AMA PCPI
Jami Lucas, Representative
Robert Puchalski, MD, Alternate Representative

ACAAI Advocacy Council
Robert Puchalski, MD, Representative
Jami Lucas, Representative

AAO-HNS BOG Delegation
Robert Stachler, MD, Governor
Dole Baker, MD, Legislative Representative
Douglas Dawson, MD, PR Representative

AAO-HNSF CORE
Charles Ebert, MD

AAO-HNS Guidelines Development Task Force
Robert Stachler, MD
Jami Lucas

AAO-HNS Comprehensive Curriculum
Michael Platt, MD
Jami Lucas

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