CEO Update, February 2026
“The greatness of community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” — Coretta Scott King Wow! What a Winter! Those who want snow - see too much grass, and those of us who prefer to fly to…
“The greatness of community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” — Coretta Scott King Wow! What a Winter! Those who want snow - see too much grass, and those of us who prefer to fly to…
You’ve worked hard to develop your expertise. To enhance your AAOA membership experience, consider working towards Fellow status. The journey to Fellow status culminates in the completion of both an oral and written exam—think of it as a chance to…
Stay updated with our curated selection of the latest allergy news and more! Higher Rates of EOE and Food Allergy Found Mostly in White Male TeensMedscape Read Here: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/higher-rates-eoe-and-food-allergy-found-mostly-white-male-2026a10003js?ecd=WNL_trdalrt_pos1_260204_etid8081716&uac=81001SX&impID=8081716 Dupilumab Boosts Survival in Immune-Related Skin EventsMedscape Read Here: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/dupilumab-boosts-survival-immune-related-skin-events-2026a1000253?ecd=WNL_trdalrt_pos1_260125_etid8056324&uac=81001SX&impID=8056324 Species-Level…
It is with pleasure that I welcome you to a new year with the AAOA. We experienced a fantastic Annual Meeting in Oceanside, CA, in November. Despite the heavy rains outside that weekend, we were able to learn and share…
On October 31 the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the CY 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) final rule and fact sheet. Policies outlined in the rule became effective January 1, 2026. 2026 marks the first year…
Jan 26 eNewsletter Wow! What a course. With only the second iteration of our new Exploring Advances in the Surgical & Medical Management of Allergic & Inflammatory Disease: 2026, fondly nicknamed our Explorers Course, Dr. Villwock and the faculty kept…
The holiday specials fill you with hope and reflection. Even the Sound of Music (which I still do not understand the Christmas link) offers hope with Maria telling the children where one door closes a window opens — not to…
Sonoma in January is peaceful, cozy, and crowd-free. With quiet tasting rooms, crisp winter scenery, and a relaxed pace after the holidays, it’s the perfect time to enjoy wine country at its most authentic — and it provides an ideal…
By Christopher Vickery, MD, FAAOA Why We Sneeze at Christmas, Even Though the Pollen Counts Are Low Many people are surprised to find their allergy symptoms flaring in December, even though outdoor pollen counts are low. The holidays bring a…
It’s a good time to review your “crash cart” supplies! As the end of the year approaches, we hope these highlights from our Clinical Care Statement offer some insights to ensure that you have all your supply needs met. Definition…