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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

ADVOCACY UPDATES

CMS Updates Conversion Factor for Physician Services

In early March, Congress adopted legislation that updated the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) conversion factor for…

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CMS to Provide Advanced Payments to Those Affected by the Change Healthcare Cyberattack

On Saturday, March 9, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a statement…

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Policy Update: State of the Union Address, Budget Updates

President Biden’s State of the Union Address State of the Union Transcript State of the Union Video…

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Upcoming Dates

04/01/24: Fellow Exam Application Deadline
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06/01/24: Research Grant Cycle
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06/25/24: Membership Application Deadline to be eligible for AAOA Member rate for the 2024 Basic Course

08/02/24: Scientific Abstract Submission Deadline
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12/01/24: Research Grant Cycle
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EDUCATION

AAOA Advanced Course

The recorded course content is available until April 30, 2024. This year’s Advanced Course featured Laryngology and Skull Base Surgery with Nausheen Jamal, MD and Garret Choby, MD as featured faculty.

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 Advanced Course in Allergy & Immunology - Hybrid
On-Demand Content Access Deadline:
April 30, 2024
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2024 AAOA Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology - Hybrid
July 25-27, 2024
The Diplomat, Hollywood, Florida
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2024 AAOA Annual Meeting - Hybrid
November 8-10, 2024
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
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USP 797 Online Module
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AAOA Educational Stacks
Next Availability - April 1, 2024

News and Updates

CEO Update, March 2024

March is such an optimistic month. (Although some may wonder this year with the extension of…

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Member Perspective on AAOA Value

by Dole Baker, MD, FAAOA Having been a long-time member of the AAOA, recent upgrades…

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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

AAOA Advanced Course in Allergy & Immunology 2022

Course Schedule

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Although the Live Portion of the 2022 AAOA Advaced Course is over, You can watch All of the Pre-Work and Recorded Live lectures On–Demand until February 28

Thursday, January 13 – Saturday, January 15, 2022
Eldorado Hotel & Spa, Santa Fe, NM & Virtually

As a hybrid course, we are excited to offer both live in-person and virtual participation.

All participants are encouraged to use the Whova app to engage in the sessions via chat and Q&A, participate in the communities, and meet with some of our exhibiting partners.

Thursday, January 13, 2022

 

Review Of Basic Allergy

6:30pm: Welcome to Santa Fe
6:35pm: Immunology of Allergy
6:50pm: Antigen Selection for Testing
7:05pm: Allergy Testing Techniques
7:20pm: Environmental Controls and Avoidance
7:35pm: Basic Pharmacotherapy for Allergy
7:45pm: Subcutaneous Immunotherapy

8:00pm: Reception with Exhibitors

Friday, January 14, 2022

Foundations of Allergy

6:30am: Welcome and Course Overview
6:40am: Genetics/Epigenetics of Allergy
7:00am: Genetics of Asthma
7:10am: Allergy & Sleep
7:25am: Tests
7:35am: Laboratory Evaluation of Immunodeficiency
7:45am: Evaluation of Allergy Testing Techniques
8:00am: Immunology of Allergy – Treatment

8:15am: Break with Exhibitors

Laryngeal Allergy

9:00am: Laryngeal Allergy
9:10am: Overview of Cough
9:20am: Local Mucosal Allergy
9:45am: Dysphonia, Allergy, and Reflux
10:00am: Panel – Chronic Cough

10:30am: Midday Break

3:30pm: Break with Exhibitors

Asthma

4:00pm: What Is ACO? Distinguishing COPD and Asthma
4:10pm: Pathophysiology of Asthma – Acute Physiologic Characteristics
4:20pm: Epidemiology of Asthma
4:30pm: Early Life Factors that Affect Asthma Development
4:40pm: Assessment of Asthma – Physiological Tests
4:55pm: Evidence-Based Asthma Treatment Guidelines
5:10pm: Case Wrap-Up: Asthma

5:40pm: Break with Exhibitors

Taste and Smell

6:10pm: Physiology of Taste and Smell
6:25pm: Assessment of Smell Disorders
6:40pm: Treatment of Smell Disorders
6:55pm: Non-Allergic Rhinitis
7:05pm: Smell and Taste Practicum – Wine Tasting 101

End Day 1

Saturday, January 15, 2022

Food Allergy and Sensitivity

6:30am: Pathophysiology of Food Allergy & Sensitivity
6:50am: Eosinophilic Esophagitis
7:00am: Food Allergy: Update on Oral and Epicutaneous Immunotherapy
7:10am: Atopic Eczema
7:25am: Prevention of Peanut Allergy (LEAP)
7:45am: Case Wrap-Up: Food

8:10am: Break with Exhibitors

Chronic Sinus Disease

8:50am: Difficult to Control CRS: What the Experts Do
9:05am: AERD
9:20am: Precision Medicine and the Future of Sinus Management
9:35am: Systemic and Topical Steroids
9:50am: Integrating Surgery and Medical Management for Chronic Sinus Disease
10:05am: Case Wrap-Up: Sinusitis

10:30am: Break with Exhibitors

SLIT

11:00am: Evidence-Based Dosing for Aqueous SLIT
11:15am: SLIT Dose Calculations and Mixing Practicum
11:25am: SLIT Tablets – Where Do they Fit In Your Practice?
11:35am: Panel – Clinical Pearls for SLIT

End of Course

Downloadable and printable file of the 2022 AAOA Advanced Course Schedule can be found here.

If you have any questions, please contact meetings@aaoallergy.org.

If you’d like to register, please contact AAOA with any questions: meetings@aaoallergy.org.

COVID-19 Safety

To reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission, we are adopting a policy to safeguard the health of our members and the community at large. The AAOA strongly encourages all attendees at AAOA meetings to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

As part of AAOA’s new policy, all attendees, upon arrival at our event and in order to be allowed to enter the event space, are required to show documentation of either 1) full vaccination against COVID-19 or 2) proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test performed within 72 hours of arrival.

Acceptable documentation includes:

  • Physical vaccination card
  • Digital vaccination record
  • Photograph of vaccination card
  • Physical or digital proof of negative PCR test results

AAOA meeting attendees must also take precautions to prevent acquiring breakthrough infections and follow CDC guidelines regarding masking, social distancing, etc.  Additionally, attendees must adhere to all requirements and guidelines of the State of New Mexico, the City of Santa Fe, and the event facility to prevent the spread of COVID-19 during the 2022 AAOA Advanced Course in Santa Fe. Currently, as of 01/10/22, Santa Fe requires masks for all indoor venues. As a result, the meeting rooms will require a mask.

The AAOA, in its sole discretion, may decline to allow anyone not adhering to these safety precautions to enter the event space; in which case any registration fees or other amounts paid or incurred by any such person shall be deemed forfeited and not subject to reimbursement or refund.

Join Us In Santa Fe

Registration fees are the same for in-person and virtual attendance

  • Fellow Member       $1,110
  • Associate Member  $1,225
  • International Member $1,225
  • NP/PA Member $1,225
  • Allied Health Member $1,225
  • Resident Member $600
  • Non-Member Physician  $2,500
  • Non-Member Allied Health, NP/PA $2,500
  • Non-member Resident  $850
  • Industry Representative  $2,500

Important Information

Cancellation

Registration fees are non-transferable. Refunds (less a 20% administration fee) may be considered for cancellations received in writing by the AAOA prior to December 15th, 2021. 

Cancellations received after December 15th, 2021 are non-refundable. 

If you have a disability or require assistance during the course, contact the AAOA at 202-955-5010 or meetings@aaoallergy.org.

If you’re not a member of the AAOA, join now and take advantage of the membership rates.

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