Published: January 15, 2025

Voices of Otolaryngology Podcast: Strength in Numbers for Advocacy

EVP/CEO Rahul K. Shah, MD, MBA, and Academy leaders discuss the vital role of advocacy in supporting members and patient care and how you can get involved.


Updated Ep4 Advocacy 1400x1400 (1)The Voices of Otolaryngology podcast series is here to bring you exciting conversations and varied perspectives from the individuals who comprise the depth and breadth of the specialty. Hosted by AAO-HNS/F EVP/CEO Rahul K. Shah, MD, MBA, this dynamic series takes a deep dive into the stories, goals, and innovations that are impacting the current state of affairs in the house of medicine and shaping the future of the global otolaryngology community.

In this episode, Dr. Shah is joined by Cristina M. Baldassari, MD, Board of Governors (BOG) Chair, Lance A. Manning, MD, AAO-HNS Advocacy Coordinator, Eileen M. Raynor, MD, BOG Legislative Affairs Committee Chair, and Matthew D. Scarlett, MD, ENT PAC Chair, to discuss the vital role that advocacy plays in the Academy to support members in their practice and patient care. The group also talks about the crucial need for more member involvement in strengthening the voice of otolaryngology and how individuals can get engaged and make a difference.

Helpful Resources

BOG State Society Contacts Map
Project 535 (AAO-HNS member login required)


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