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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
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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

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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Penicillin Allergy Verification and Evaluation (PAVE) Act

September 24, 2024

Penicillin Allergy Verification and Evaluation (PAVE) Act to be introduced by Rep. Bucshon. AAOA is one…

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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

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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

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
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News and Updates

Apply For AAOAF Research Grants

October 23, 2024

The AAOA Foundation (AAOAF) invites applications for research grants from residents and medical students. Selected…

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CEO Update, October 2024 – “October Theory”

October 23, 2024

Have you heard of the “October Theory”? Apparently, Autumn brings more than falling leaves, pumpkins,…

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Expanding Access through the ENT PA Model, Same-Day Appointments and Walk-In Urgent Care

October 23, 2024

By Gavin Setzen, MD, FACS, FAAOA, FARS, and Drew Franklin, MBA, FACMPE The healthcare landscape…

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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

Hypoallergenic Pet Food: Myth or Magic Solution?

By Alfred Sassler, DO, AAOA PPR Commitee A major pet food producer is marketing a “groundbreaking” cat food to reduce cat allergens. It was released…

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Top research published in the International Forum of Allergy & Rhinology (IFAR)

Read top research published in the International Forum of Allergy & Rhinology, 2018-2019:

Top 5 Downloaded Articles

  1. Highlights of eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps in definition, prognosis, and advancement  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22214)
  2. Nasal saline irrigation: a clinical update  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22330)
  3. ICAR: endoscopic skull‐base surgery  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22326)
  4. Microcurrent technology for rapid relief of sinus pain: a randomized, placebo‐controlled, double‐blinded clinical trial  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22280)
  5. Topical antibiotic therapy in chronic rhinosinusitis: an update  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22338)

Top 5 Cited Articles

  1. International Consensus Statement on Allergy and Rhinology: Allergic Rhinitis  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22073)
  2. A phase 3 trial of mometasone furoate sinus implants for chronic sinusitis with recurrent nasal polyps  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22084)
  3. Investigation of the abnormal nasal aerodynamics and trigeminal functions among empty nose syndrome patients  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22045)
  4. Corticosteroid nasal irrigations are more effective than simple sprays in a randomized double‐blinded placebo‐controlled trial for chronic rhinosinusitis after sinus surgery  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22093)
  5. Distinct gene expression profiles and regulation networks of nasal polyps in eosinophilic and non‐eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22083)

Top 5 Shared Articles (as determined by Altmetric score)

  1. Induction of smell through transethmoid electrical stimulation of the olfactory bulb  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22237)
  2. Etiology of subjective taste loss  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22263)
  3. Predictors of efficacy for combination oral and topical corticosteroids to treat patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22431)
  4. Hypertonic saline and seawater solutions damage sinonasal epithelial cell air-liquid interface cultures  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22459)
  5. ICAR: endoscopic skull-base surgery  (DOI: 10.1002/alr.22326)

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