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May 2026 – Vol. 45, No. 5
Join Us at the AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO in Los Angeles
There are many ways to learn. But there is only one Annual Meeting. The spontaneous hallway conversation that changes how you practice. The reunion with a mentor you haven't seen in years. The moment a new idea takes hold and won't let go. These things cannot be replicated online or experienced from a distance. They happen here. In person. Together.
Leading Edge
April Showers, May Flowers
No Margin, No Mission: Reframing the Business of Medicine
Los Angeles: Where the World Comes to Dream and Where Otolaryngology Comes Together for #OTOMTG26
You don't have to choose between an extraordinary meeting experience and an extraordinary city experience. In LA, you get both.
Childcare at the Annual Meeting: A Win for Both Kids and Parents
On-site childcare returns to the AAO-HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO, so the whole family can come along for the ride.
Save the Date: 2026 AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting and OTO EXPO
Mark your calendars for October 17-20: We’re laying the groundwork for an unforgettable Annual Meeting experience. Big ideas, meaningful connections, and can’t-miss moments are already taking shape.
Five-Minute Advocacy Efforts That You Can Do Today
Take these simple steps to add your voice to the collective otolaryngology community.
Stories from the Road: One Less Drop, Cape Coast, Ghana
Embarking on his first humanitarian trip to Cape Coast Teaching Hospital, the author participated in a diverse array of cases, ranging from thyroglossal duct cysts to tympanoplasties, ossicular chain reconstructions, cholesteatomas, and more.
Study Sheds Light on Evolving Trends in Oral Cavity Cancer Among Younger Adults
Original research tracks nearly two decades of data on who is being diagnosed as well as when and how outcomes have changed over time.
Listen: Navigating Immunotherapy Options for Allergic Rhinitis
Immunotherapy approaches can modify disease progression beyond symptom management, with individualized treatment plans for patients with allergic rhinitis.
AAO-HNSF Congratulates KORL-HNS on its 100th Congress during ICORL 2026
KORL-HNS was among the first to join the AAO-HNSF International Corresponding Society program, cultivating a rich partnership spanning decades.
Spring 2026 Updates for Biologics in Chronic Rhinosinusitis
Tezepelumab has gained FDA approval as the fourth biologic agent for the treatment of nasal polyps, and dupilumab has been FDA-approved for allergic fungal rhinosinusitis (AFRS).
Intranasal Epinephrine as a New Option for Anaphylaxis
With a needle-free alternative to intramuscular epinephrine administration that is less bulky to carry, we may see a paradigm shift in anaphylaxis management that could benefit our patients.
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Dysphonia
Asking about recent GLP-1RA initiation when evaluating new-onset hoarseness or chronic cough is a simple step that may improve recognition of clinical patterns.
Completeness of Surgery Matters in Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps
Endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) varies widely from limited, targeted procedures to more comprehensive “full-house” approaches, yet it continues to play a central role even as medical therapy advances.
Behind the Scenes with the AMPC: How an Incredible Annual Meeting Is Crafted
See how months of planning translate into an education schedule built specifically around what members need most for your practices and patients!
The Otolaryngologist’s Role in Advocacy for Children and Families with Cleft and Craniofacial Differences
Expanding comfort in cleft care among otolaryngologists not only allows for higher-caliber cleft teams but also a more competent surrounding community that patients will likely contact.
A Guide to Otolaryngology Away Rotations: From Applying to Post-Rotation Communication
The Credentials and Membership Committee has prepared a new guide detailing the process for applying to away rotations, pre-rotation responsibilities and resources, and the general expectations for making a positive impression at a new program.
Staff Spotlight: Kevin Phillips, Senior Web Developer
“I help drive operational efficiency by trying to find opportunities to replace manual workflows with scalable, automated solutions across business units.”
