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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

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

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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

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Videos from the 2019 AAOA Annual Meeting

Video Content

Our 2019 AAOA Annual Meeting explored hot topics — both clinical and practice management. Due to the overwhelming popularity, we are making recordings of the best available to our AAOA members.

Full Videos can be accessed in “Resources” section of your AAOA membership portal. Must be an AAOA member to view. To view, please Sign In 

Contact AAOA: elearninig@aaoallergy.org or (202) 955-5010 with any questions.

The views, information, or opinions expressed during the AAOA video series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA) or its employees or members.  The AAOA is not responsible and does not verify for accuracy any of the information contained in and assumes no liability for any activities in connection with this podcast series. The primary purpose of this video series is to educate and inform and does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

Advertising which is incorporated into, placed in associate with, or targeted toward the content of this product, without express approval and acknowledgment of the AAOA, is forbidden.

These videos are available for private, non-commercial use only and may not be edited or modified from its original form or reproduced for distribution.

Clinical Keynote: AAOA Biologics and Precision Medicine Roundtable presented at the 2019 AAOA Annual Meeting in New Orleans. Moderator: Matthew Ryan, MD, FAAOA. Panel: Cecelia Damask, DO, FAAOA; Christine Franzese, MD, FAAOA; Anju T. Peters, MD, MSCI; Michael Platt, MD, FAAOA.

Expanding Scope of Practice: The Why & How of Expanding/Changing Services Lines in Your Practice at the 2019 AAOA Annual Meeting in New Orleans. Moderator: Dole Baker, MD, FAAOA. Panel: Doug Dawson, MD; Paul Fass, MD; Michael Parker, MD; Glen Porter, MD.

Food Allergies: Are They Driving You Nuts?, presented by Andrew Bird, MD. We know what the guidelines say, but how does this translate? Dr. Bird will review the latest trends in food allergy diagnosis and offer tips and practical approaches to how you deal with the food allergy patient.

Building the Right Office Culture, presented by Amy Boyer, MBA, KarenZupko Associates. Selecting the right staff and building a strong culture is key to a successful practice. This session provides practical proven strategies for interviewing and hiring, dealing with conflict, and nurturing top performers.

3rd Annual BJ Ferguson Memorial Keynote Lecture: Is the Proof in the Pudding? Update on Novel Food Allergy Therapies presented by Andrew Bird, MD, UT Southwestern at the 2019 AAOA Annual Meeting in New Orleans.

Business Management – How to Stay In Private Practice — If You Want To, presented by Amy Boyer, MBA, KarenZupko Associates. If your goal is to maintain a healthy, viable private practice (and avoid the open arms of a hospital administrator), this course is for you. From business system improvements to referral building this course provides a practical “to do” list to bolster your practice for long term success.

You Cannot Manage What You Do Not Measure: Using Reports and Data to Manage Your Allergy Service Line and Entire Practice, presented by Cheyenne Brinson, CPA (inactive), MBA, KarenZupko Associates. Is your allergy service line (or other ENT service lines) profitable? Are you generating monthly reports to evaluate service line revenue and expense? This session explores the steps to determine the financial health of your allergy service line and entire practice.

The Future of Food Allergy, presented by Glen Porter MD. Food allergy is a rapidly increasing problem. This workshop will address evidence-based workup and management of food allergy. We will also review the latest research in food desensitization and 3 classes which address the following: 1. The basics of food allergy: fact vs. fiction. 2. Pediatric food allergy 3. What’s new in food allergy: desensitization strategies.

Note: The views, information, or opinions expressed during the AAOA video series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA) or its employees or members.  The AAOA is not responsible and does not verify for accuracy any of the information contained in and assumes no liability for any activities in connection with this podcast series. The primary purpose of this video series is to educate and inform and does not constitute medical or other professional advice or services.

Advertising which is incorporated into, placed in associate with, or targeted toward the content of this product, without express approval and acknowledgment of the AAOA, is forbidden.

These videos are available for private, non-commercial use only and may not be edited or modified from its original form or reproduced for distribution.

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Registration Price List

Fellow MemberFREE
Associate MemberFREE
International MemberFREE
NP/PA MemberFREE
Resident/Fellow-In-Training MemberFREE
All Member CandidatesFREE
Non-Member $795.00
One Day Pass
$495.00

Member Candidate

*A Member Candidate must have completed the membership application before the Application Deadline (45 days prior to the annual business meeting, approximately September 11th). Learn More

Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are non-transferable. Refunds for paid registrations (less a 50% administration fee) may be considered for cancellations received in writing by the AAOA prior to September 23, 2020.

Cancellations received after September 23, 2020 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.

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As an AAOA member, you will be eligible for registration fee discounts on all AAOA CME functions, including free Annual Meeting (please contact AAOA for details), and all of our patient education and practice management resources. These savings alone can offset most or all of your dues.
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