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."
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
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06/01/26: Fellow Exam Application Deadline
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Join us at the upcoming 2026 AAOA Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology for a one-of-a-kind session designed to help you refine and practice your allergy skin testing techniques. During this interactive session, Drs. Siddiqui, Brook and Folsom will walk you through skin testing techniques using several commonly available devices, highlighting the subtle differences in technique and performance. You’ll be able to observe live demonstrations, participate, and learn the nuances of each testing method in action. Learn More and Register
We are pleased to invite you to participate in the 2026 AAOA Annual Meeting Call for Proposals. Do you have burning content ideas to be presented at the Annual Meeting? The AAOA is seeking proposals to incorporate in the educational sessions for the 2026 Annual Meeting. Learn More
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Allergic Rhinitis Amplifies Asthma Risk in Patients With Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Large-Scale Retrospective Cohort Analysis
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2026 AAOA Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology – Hybrid
90-days Access June 9– Sep 14, 2026
August 8, 2026 - Registration Deadline
July 9-11, 2026 – Live
The Diplomat, Hollywood, Florida
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Explorers Course 2027: Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology - Hybrid
December 7, 2026 - March 7, 2027
January 7 - 9, 2027 - Live
The Hythe Vail, CO
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USP 797 Online Module
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AAOA Educational Stacks
Available February 1 - April 30, 2026
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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.
AAOA has launched a Partner Resource Center to bring you partner resources that can assist your practice and patient care.
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USP General Chapter 797 Sterile Allergen Extract Compounding AAOA Online Module and Resources USP General Chapter <797> Pharmaceutical Compounding — Sterile Preparations continues to impact allergy immunotherapy vial preparation since the updated rule went into effect on November 1, 2023…
As Migraine and Headache Awareness Month is winding down, we are sharing the top insights into the relationship between migraine and allergy for your practice extracted from “Sinus Headache, Migraine, and Allergy” presented at the 2024 AAOA Annual Meeting by…
In recognition of Food Allergy Awareness week May 11-17, 2025, we are answering a common question about food allergy testing coding and billing. Q: How do you bill for food allergy testing? A: Typically, most choose to do a panel…
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Hot sessions generating great questions from the 2024 Annual Meeting included Dr. Mason’s session on drug-induced sleep endoscopies (DISE). Below are the most common. Q: Who should get a drug-induced sleep endoscopy (DISE)? A: DISE is an evaluation of airway collapse…
January is the ideal time to do a payer policy review. Many payers make changes and updates effective at the start of the year. Below are steps to navigating changes in payer policies: Designate a payer policy reviewer Keep charts…