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Celebrating Over 80 Years Of Service!

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 affinityprogram@aaoallergy.org.
  • Tools and resources to comply with US General Chapter 797 and practice management tools.
  • Advocacy support.
  • And much more! Learn More
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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

New guidance for payers related to unreasonable documentation for immunotherapy

November 6, 2024

Newly published guidance from the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI), the American…

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Costs are going up. How can I maintain my service lines without going into debt?

October 21, 2024

Question: Costs are going up. Everything seems to be 20+% more expensive. How can I maintain my service…

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“If It Is Not Documented”

October 10, 2024

As featured pre-work for our 2024 Annual Meeting, Teresa Thompson and Robert Puchalski, MD, FAAOA…

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Upcoming Dates

12/01/25: Research Grant Cycle
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06/01/26: Fellow Exam Application Deadline
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06/01/26: Research Grant Cycle
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08/08/26: Scientific Abstract Submission Deadline
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EDUCATION

Explorers Course 2026: Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology

Focusing on surgical and medical management of airway disease in ENT, the Explorers Course 2026 will focus on the "sinus” headache, ocular manifestations of allergies and treatments beyond antihistamine eye drops, food allergy, microbiome and allergies/sinusitis, changing environment, and more. Learn about the Explorers Course 2026 here.

 

Call For Proposals

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

RESIDENTS

For information about Resident membership, opportunities, DosedDaily, research grants, and other resources. Learn More

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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

Explorers Course 2026:
Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology — Hybrid
90-days Access December 22-March 23, 2026
January 22-24, 2026 - Live
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa,
Sonoma, CA
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2026 AAOA Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology – Hybrid
90-days Access June 9– Sep 14, 2026
July 9-11, 2026 – Live
The Diplomat, Hollywood, Florida
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2026 AAOA Annual Meeting –
Hybrid, Independent*
August 15 – October 15, 2026
September 11-13, 2026 – Live
Loews Ventana Canyon
*NOT in conjunction with AAOHNSF and the related ENT Society meetings 

USP 797 Online Module
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AAOA Educational Stacks
Available October 1 - December 31, 2025

News and Updates

AAOA in Park City: A Perfect Blend of Education and Experience

July 30, 2025

By Kevin Wilson, MD, FAAOA The AAOA is always seeking innovative ways to learn and…

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Elevating Allergy Education: Highlights from the AAOA Course in Park City

July 28, 2025

By Peter Filip, MD, FAAOA The AAOA course in Park City this year was outstanding…

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CEO Update, July 2025

July 25, 2025

“The need for connection and community is primal, as fundamental as the need for air,…

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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

The Twelve Days of Allergies

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…

(202) 955-5010 contact@aaoallergy.org

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President’s 2020 Update

President’s 2020 Update

Alpen Patel, MD, FAAOA on changes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and AAOA member resources and virtual events. https://youtu.be/_Cn-vmrR3OQ If you have any questions or feedback, please contact AAOA at…

The New AAOA Mission Statement

The New AAOA Mission Statement

From the AAOA President, Aplen Patel, MD, FAAOAI hope this message finds you healthy and well. The COVID-19 pandemic has upended our lives, both personally and professionally. The impact of…

ABOHNS Continuing Certification (MOC)

2023 AAOA Annual Meeting – Hybrid On-Demand Post Course Access Until November 14, 2023 Learn More and Register 2024 AAOA Advanced Course in Allergy & Immunology – Hybrid February 8 – 10, 2024 Hyatt Regency…

Resuming SCIT During COVID-19 Pandemic

Resuming SCIT During COVID-19 Pandemic

This summary is intended to provide practicing Otolaryngologists a guide to resuming safe allergy care in the era of COVID-19 pandemic.The impact of COVID-19 has been an unprecedented for modern…

AAOA COVID-19 Member Alert

First and foremost, we hope you are all safe and healthy. These are not easy times — with so many questions and no real answers. Several of you have reached…

Why I joined the AAOA

Why I joined the AAOA

by Mona Patadia, MD , FAAOA I completed my rhinology fellowship in 2011 and was anxious, yet excited, to explore job opportunities. I found the perfect fit at a Chicago…

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

How do I log on? Visit https://aaoa.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx. Click Sign In in the upper left corner and enter your email and password. How do I reset my password? Visit https://aaoa.cloud-cme.com/default.aspx. Click…

It Started with the 1998 AAOA Basic Course…

It Started with the 1998 AAOA Basic Course…

by Christopher Vickery, MD, FAAOA In the late 90s, I was a fairly typical recent graduate from residency, headstrong in my sophomoric certainty that my “advanced” surgical skills would make…

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