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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 Basic Course

Join us from July 25-27 at the hybrid 2024 AAOA Basic Course. As a hybrid course, we are excited to offer both live in-person and virtual participation. The course content will be accessible for over 90 days to help you maximize value. Register Today 

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 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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2025 AAOA Advanced Course in Allergy & Immunology - Hybrid
March 27-29, 2025
The Hythe, Vail, CO
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USP 797 Online Module
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AAOA Educational Stacks
Available April 1 - June 1, 2024

News and Updates

EGPA for the ENT: Sinus Manifestations As a Key to Diagnosis. Rare Eosinophilic Disease Part 2 – Diagnostic Challenges & the Role of the ENT

Are you missing rare eosinophilic disease diagnoses? Join an expert multidisciplinary panel for a podcast…

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EGPA for the ENT: Sinus Manifestations As a Key to Diagnosis. Rare Eosinophilic Disease Part 1– A Multidisciplinary Approach

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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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AAOA Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology 2020

Course Agenda

Thursday, July 9 – Saturday, July 11, 2020
Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, Orlando, FL

Thursday, July 9, 2020

12:00pm: Check-in Opens

2:00pm – 5:15pm: Introduction to Allergy

  • 2:00pm: Introduction to the Basic Course – Jacques Peltier, MD
  • 2:20pm: Allergies and Head & Neck Disease – An Overview – Michael Parker, MD
  • 2:50pm: Immunology of Allergy – Michael Platt, MD
  • 3:10pm: Epidemiology and Genetics of Allergy – Joshua M. Levy, MD, MPH

3:50pm: Exhibitor Marketplace

  • 4:20pm: Clinical Manifestations of Allergic Disease – Jennifer Villwock, MD
  • 4:45pm: Unified Airway – Michael Platt, MD

5:15pm: Drinks with the Professors

Friday, July 10, 2020

7:00am – 1:25pm: Allergy Testing

  • 7:00am: Allergens I: Characteristics & Standardization – Farrah Siddiqui, MD
  • 7:30am: Allergens II: Classes, Cross-Reactivity, and Selection – Farrah Siddiqui, MD
  • 8:10am: Mold Nomenclature – Joshua M. Levy, MD

8:20am: Breakfast with Exhibitors in the Marketplace

  • 9:00am: Avoidance and Environmental Control – Farrah Siddiqui, MD
  • 9:35am: Skin Testing Techniques I: Introduction, Prick and Single Intradermal – Jennifer Villwock, MD
  • 10:05am: Skin Testing Techniques II: IDT, MQT – Christopher Brook, MD
  • 10:45am: Specific IgE Testing – Maria Veling, MD
  • 11:00am: Practicum I – Preparation of Testing/Treatment Board & Skin Testing Techniques – Cecelia Damask, DO

11:30am – 1:25pm: Breakout Groups

  • Practicum I: Skin Testing Techniques
  • Peer-to-Peer Group Discussions
  • Lunch with Exhibitors

1:30pm – 5:25pm: Treatment of Allergy

  • 1:30pm: Socioeconomics of Testing – Jami Lucas
  • 1:45pm: Immunology and Principles of Immunotherapy: SCIT & SLIT – Michael Parker, MD
  • 2:25pm: Pharmacotherapy Part I – Joshua M. Levy, MD

2:55pm: Exhibitor Marketplace

  • 3:25pm: Pharmacotherapy Part II – Maria Veling, MD
  • 3:55pm: Application of Subcutaneous Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy Part I: Vial Preparation – Elizabeth Mahoney Davis, MD
  • 4:40pm: Questions I Want Answered – Christopher Brook, MD

5:25pm: Reception in the Exhibitor Marketplace

Saturday, July 11, 2020

7:00am: Non-CME Satellite Event

8:10am – 3:55pm: Treatment of Allergy (Continued)

  • 8:10am: Application of Subcutaneous Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy Part II: Escalation, Maintenance and Withdrawal – Elizabeth Mahoney Davis, MD
  • 8:50am: Sublingual Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy Part I:
    Background and Efficacy – Maria Veling, MD

9:20am: Exhibitor Marketplace

  • 9:40am: Sublingual Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy Part II:
    Antigen Selection, Dosing and Vial Preparation – Cecelia Damask, DO
  • 10:20am: Sublingual Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy Part III:
    Sublingual Tablets & Economics of SLIT – Joshua M. Levy, MD

10:35am: Exhibitor Marketplace

  • 10:55am: Practical Troubleshooting Panel – Jacques Peltier, MD (moderator)
  • 11:35am: Audience Response Session: Allergy Treatment – Jennifer Villwock, MD

12:00pm: Non-CME Satellite Event

  • 1:10pm: Management of Allergy Emergencies – Christopher Brook, MD
  • 1:40pm: USP <797> Compliance – Maria Veling, MD
  • 2:05pm: Adding Allergy to Practice Panel – Michael Platt, MD (moderator)
  • 2:55pm: Practicum II: Dose Calculation & Treatment Vial Preparation – Elizabeth Mahoney Davis, MD & Jacques Peltier, MD

3:55pm: Exhibitor Marketplace

4:25pm – 6:20pm: Introduction to Advanced Topics

  • 4:25pm: Food Allergy: An Introduction – Elizabeth Mahoney Davis, MD
  • 5:10pm: Asthma Diagnosis: The Very Basics – Michael Parker, MD
  • 5:40pm: Socioeconomics of Allergy Treatment – Jami Lucas
  • 5:50pm: Questions You Asked – Christopher Brook, MD & Jacques Peltier, MD

6:20pm: Course Adjourns

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Registration Price List

Fellow Member$1,110.00
Associate Member$1,225.00
International Member$1,225.00
NP/PA Member$1,225.00
Allied Health Member$1,225.00
Resident Member$600.00
Non-Member Physician$3,000.00
Non-Member Allied Health, NP/PA$3,000.00
Industry Representative$3,000.00
Non-member Resident$850.00

Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are non-transferable. Refunds (less a 20% administration fee) may be considered for cancellations received in writing by the AAOA prior to June 9, 2020.

Cancellations received after June 9, 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.

Note for New Member Applicants

If you would like to receive a member rate for the 2020 Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology, please submit your membership application, supporting documents, and payment no later than Friday, June 26, 2020.

Contact Ben Wokas at (202) 955-5010 ext. 300 or bwokas@aaoallergy.org if you have any questions.

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