Published: May 14, 2024

Aging-related Disorders and Conditions

Treating common geriatric disorders is an essential part of otolaryngological care. ENTHealth.org offers resources for your patients and their caregivers to address the challenges of aging.

Caring for older patients is commonplace in many otolaryngology practices. Otolaryngologists see firsthand how changes and challenges in hearing, speaking, swallowing, and more can lead to isolation and, potentially, cognitive decline. Understanding and treating common disorders affecting the geriatric patient population is an essential part of otolaryngological care.

ENThealth.org is dedicated to helping patients. The content is developed by AAO-HNS members, and information is delivered via peer-reviewed articles, video content featuring clinicians, and more.

ENThealth.org offers information for your patients on these age-related topics and more:

More from June 2024 – Vol. 43, No. 6

Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Combined Budget

The BODs have reviewed and approved the FY25 budget that is presented here to the membership.

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Best of Scientific Oral Presentations Showcase Expertise Across the Specialty

The latest research and advances in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery will be presented during the AAO-HNSF 2024 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO in Miami Beach, Florida.

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Preparing for Your Individualized Extraordinary Experience at #OTOMTG24

Insider tips on key activities and how you can get the most out of your Annual Meeting experience.

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Stories From the Road: Village Life Outreach Project in Tanzania

Village Life Outreach has decades of experience offering robust, meaningful opportunities for volunteers to provide sustainable healthcare support in rural northern Tanzania.

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National Dysphagia Awareness Month in June

Share valuable resources on dysphagia and swallowing health with your patients and their caregivers this month.

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WATCH | Cochlear Implants: A Global Perspective

Attend the upcoming complimentary Global Grand Rounds webinar cosponsored by the Arab Federation of Otorhinolaryngology.

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Sound Advice: Essential Reads for This Summer

These book recommendations from otolaryngology-head and neck surgery department chairs will help you make the most of your summer reading.

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Advocating for Our Future: The Time Is Now to Give

Donating your time, talent, and funds to the Academy’s advocacy efforts will determine our overall success as a specialty and our future.

James C. Denneny III, MD AAO-HNS/F Executive Vice President and CEO

There’s a Seat for You at the Next Roundtable Discussion

Networking opportunities prove popular with the membership and will have a significant role at the upcoming Annual Meeting.

Announcing the 2024 Hall of Distinction Inductees

The AAO-HNS/F has announced 12 new individuals to be inducted to its Hall of Distinction.

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LISTEN | Major Changes from CMS on the Prior Authorization Final Rule

Learn how the new final rule will help you navigate these processes more quickly and efficiently, while providing needed transparency and, ultimately, improving patient care.

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The No Surprises Act: A Timeline of Frustration

Negotiations have been complex and laden with disagreements since the No Surprises Act was signed into law in December 2020.

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Managing and Responding to Unfavorable Insurance Coverage Decisions

What to expect when you reach out to payers, and some tactics you can use to act on payment denials.

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State Advocacy in Action: an Interview with Yolanda L. Troublefield, MD, JD

Advocacy is all about building relationships, and this is one area where physicians can play a key role given their experience engaging with patients on a daily basis.

Your Voice in Washington: ENT PAC Update for 2024

ENT PAC remains a cornerstone of the Academy’s federal advocacy efforts in Washington, DC.

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Discourse in the Halls: The Pulse of the Annual Meeting Education Experience

By adding your voice to the dialogue at this year’s meeting, you are giving a substantial gift to your fellow attendees, the Academy, and the global otolaryngology community.

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WATCH | The Florida Otolaryngology Community Welcomes You

Dive into two new videos about the rich culture of Miami Beach, Florida, as you prepare to Experience the Extraordinary at #OTOMTG24.

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OTO Journal Publishes Special Issue on AI in June 2024

The June 2024 issue of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery published as a special issue on “Science in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.”

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OTO FORUM: A Landmark Event for Private Practice Otolaryngology

OTO FORUM exemplifies our commitment to empowering private practitioners, equipping them with the tools and insights they need to thrive in an ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

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Guiding Older Patients through Tough Treatment Decisions and End-of-Life Care

End-of-life discussions are difficult, but they can significantly improve a patient’s quality of life.

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AAO-HNSF Humanitarian Travel Grant Report: Operation International – Tarija, Bolivia

During their visit in October 2023, the Operation International team completed 70 surgeries in five days at the newly opened San Antonio Hospital in Tarija, Bolivia.