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March 2025 – Vol. 44, No. 3
Celebrating 15 Years of the Women in Otolaryngology Section
March 8 marks Women in Otolaryngology Day, a time to honor the contributions of women in our dynamic surgical specialty.
Leading Edge
Yes: The Answer Is Still Yes
Our work matters. Our patients need us. And that’s why this moment calls for action, not despair.
I Use AI
Allow yourself more time for critical thinking by making room for the efficiencies of artificial intelligence in your workflow.
The State of the Workforce: Our Supply System
Gain valuable insights from the recent Otolaryngology Workforce Report, including evolving trends, access disparities, and strategies to address future challenges.
Why I Chose Private Practice
A long-time member shares reasons she went into private practice and why it has been the right choice for her.
Register now for #OTOMTG25
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Speak Up for Your Specialty: Join Project 535
This connection between healthcare professionals and lawmakers is the cornerstone of effective healthcare advocacy, shaping policies that affect patient care and the future of medicine.
An Update on Cochlear Implants for SSD and AHL
Cochlear implants have emerged as an excellent treatment option for patients with single-sided deafness and asymmetric sensorineural hearing loss, with the first manufacturer receiving FDA approval in 2019.
Laryngoplasty for the Comprehensive Otolaryngologist
What to know about postoperative frequency-altering laryngoplasty care.
Stories from the Road: Pope Francis Hospital Boat in the Providence of God
Discover how a floating hospital provides crucial medical services to underserved communities along the Amazon River in Brazil.
Pearls from Your Peers: Pediatric Sleep Disorders
Meredith M. Lind, MD, interviews Anne E. May, MD, about how to recognize and treat common nonobstructive sleep disorders in children.
Surgical Management of Esophageal Disease
Multidisciplinary discussions can help inform the best treatment approach and achieve the best patient outcome.
What’s on My Mind: How We Can Navigate the AI Era
The author reviews physician compensation models, how AI might affect each, and proposes guardrails to ensure technological advancements support physician well-being.
Voices of Otolaryngology
Podcast: R&Q in 2025 and Beyond
Listen to one of the latest episodes of
Voices of Otolaryngology
with Rahul K. Shah, MD, MBA, and Vikas Mehta, MD, MPH, AAO-HNSF Research and Quality Coordinator.
Gamification of CME at the 2025 Annual Meeting
The AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO will take CME to the next level through new events and learning formats, making it more effective and more fun!
Navigating Partner Disability in Private Practice
A plan for maintaining stability and sustainability in a common scenario in which a partner is unable to work for an extended period of time due to illness or injury.
Severe Tinnitus: A Brain Disorder Beyond the Ringing Sound
Severe tinnitus is a systemic brain condition requiring multimodal, rehabilitative care models to comprehensively address its complex nature.
Developing a Tutorial for Breastfeeding Surgeons
Addressing the specific logistic challenges of breastfeeding as a practicing surgeon or trainee can help women remain in the field and thrive.
Update on Barriers to CI Uptake in Adults
Although the field of cochlear implantation continues to advance, many patients still face barriers to access. Here, we provide a comprehensive and much-needed review.
Staff Spotlight: Theresa Nicely
Get to know the Academy’s Senior Manager of Member Relations.
Otolaryngologic Manifestations of Burn Pit Exposure
Veterans exposed to burn pit smoke suffer from acute and chronic respiratory symptoms as well as an increased risk of head and neck cancers.
Turn Down the Volume
Simple guidelines to share with your patients that can help protect hearing in our communities.
Voices of Otolaryngology
Podcast: Parallel Paths to Double Your Impact
Listen to one of the latest episodes of
Voices of Otolaryngology
with Rahul K. Shah, MD, MBA, and AAO-HNSF Education leader Sonya Malekzadeh, MD.
Update Your Find an ENT Profile
All active, practicing AAO-HNS members are automatically included. Access a quick step-by-step guide on how to update your profile.
Call for Contributions: Share Your Voice with the Bulletin
We invite you to contribute by submitting articles, topic inquiries, and multimedia content, as an individual or through your AAO-HNS/F committees.
Stay Informed: Advocacy Updates from the AAO-HNS
Keep ahead of critical health policy and legislative updates on the topics that affect your practice and your patients’ access to care.
