Sampler of Instruction Courses: Part 2
This is the second part of a Bulletin series of instruction courses samplers from the myriad options to be offered at the 2012 AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO in September. Each month, one notable course in each of the nine categories will be listed with an excerpt from its objective. To read the full course description and to get your first choice of courses, sign up early at www.entnet.org/Annual_Meeting. Make sure to take advantage of the scheduler to review the full listing of courses and find those of special interest to you. Business of Medicine/Practice Management 4618-2 Social Media for the Otolaryngologist Steven Y. Park 1:15 pm-3:15 pm, September 12 Many physicians and healthcare professionals lack basic skills needed to survive and thrive in this information age. It’s important to stay current with online marketing and social media activities. Otolaryngologists in particular need more sophisticated marketing strategies beyond the traditional techniques used by the competition. In this didactic instruction course, participants will be given the necessary tools and resources to immediately implement the strategies taught in this course. Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 1721-2 Scar Wars: Treating the Elusive Scar David B. Hom, MD J. Reagan Thomas, MD 3 pm-5 pm, September 9 Optimal management to treat dermal scars and keloids continues to be an enigma for surgeons. During the healing process, it may be clinically difficult to determine if a scar will develop. This course will describe the wound healing process of scarring; the clinical ways to suspect if scarring will occur; and discuss practical strategies for scar treatment. Case examples will be given to discuss the best current modalities for treatment. The surgical procedures with case examples to be described will include Z-plasty, W-plasty, M-plasty, geometric closure, dermabrasion, and serial excision. In addition the physiology and management of keloids will also be discussed. General Otolaryngology 3723-2 Histology, Histopathology, and Radiology of the Ear Sujana S. Chandrasekhar, MD Hosakere Chandrasekhar, MD 3 pm-5 pm, September 11 By correlating CT imaging of the temporal bone with its histologic anatomy, and then correlating diseases of the ear with the attendant histopathology, this course will enable the student to have a more thorough understanding of the complex anatomy and physiology of the organ and leave him or her with an increased ability to perform otologic diagnosis and surgery with greatly enhanced patient safety. This course is geared toward residents about to sit for their boards, practitioners undergoing their maintenance of certification exams, and practicing otolaryngologic surgeons wanting to enhance their outcomes in ear surgery. Head and Neck Surgery 1521-1Controversies in the Management of Thyroid Nodule Ashok R. Shaha, MD 12:30 pm-1:30 pm, September 9 There are several controversies in the evaluation and management of thyroid nodule. This course will discuss, in detail, the role of needle biopsy, diagnostic evaluation of a thyroid nodule, prognostic factors, and risk groups. It will examine the controversy related to the extent of thyroidectomy, especially total versus less-than-total thyroidectomy. In addition, the course will discuss the role of RAI and external radiation therapy, and will simplify the controversies in the management of thyroid nodule. Laryngology/Broncho-Esophagology 4628-1 Phonosurgery in Performing Vocalists Steven M. Zeitels, MD 1:15 pm-2:15 pm, September 12 Phonosurgery in performing vocalists can be extremely challenging due to these patients’ need for complex phonatory mucosal function. The glottic system of these vocal athletes requires mechanical precision beyond most professional voices (e.g., educators). Therefore, when singers are diagnosed with lesions, a key surgical goal is to optimally restore and/or preserve mucosal pliability so it will be ultra-responsive to tracheal/subglottic airflow. This course will discuss a variety of surgical innovations that have enhanced the precision of phonomicrosurgery, including epithelial-preserving dissection techniques and equipment, such as the 532nm pulsed-KTP laser. Overarching principles will be provided while employing video case studies. There will also be a discussion about factors that led to the increased number of high-profile cases during the past year apart from vocalists. This includes increased voice use (phonotrauma) due to non-performance vocal activities related to continuous 24/7 electronic communications. Otology/Neurotology 3805-1 Prevention and Management of Complications in Ear Surgery Patrick J. Antonelli, MD Rex Haberman, MD 12:30 pm-1:30 pm, September 11 Minicourse Complications of middle ear and mastoid surgery can be devastating to both the patient and the surgeon. Many general otolaryngologists currently perform a limited number of middle ear and mastoid surgeries annually. “Occasional” ear surgeons may have concern about performing even routine middle ear and mastoid procedures for fear of encountering intraoperative complications. By providing a review of the relevant surgical temporal bone anatomy and of sound surgical principles, the general otolaryngologist should be able to avoid such intraoperative complications. Intraoperative complications may induce significant stress, thereby clouding judgment necessary to manage these complications. These simple, specific, and easy to remember algorithms will cover complications involving the tympanic membrane, ossicular chain, facial nerve, bony labyrinth, and vascular structures. At the completion of the course, the general otolaryngologist should be more at ease when performing routine middle ear and mastoid operations. Pediatric Otolaryngology 3716-1 Pediatric Sleep Apnea: What to Do After a T and A Charles M. Bower, MD; Supriya Jambhekar, MD 3 pm-4 pm, September 11 This course will provide a comprehensive overview of the clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment options for otolaryngologists managing OSA in pediatric patients. Rhinology/Allergy 3715-1 Clinical Fundamentals: Anaphylaxis John H. Krouse, MD, PhD 3 pm-4 pm, September 11 This course will review the clinical fundamentals on the treatment of anaphylaxis, including recognition, diagnosis, pathophysiology, and treatment of anaphylaxis in the clinical setting. It will examine risk factors that increase the likelihood of a patient experiencing an anaphylactic episode. In addition, it will provide clinical signs and symptoms that will help differentiate anaphylaxis from other patient responses with which it might be confused (e.g., vasovagal episodes). Sleep Medicine 3629-1 Sleep Apnea: What AHI Means and Where Do You Go from Here Robson Capasso, MD 1:45 pm-2:45 pm, September 11 Interactive The complexity and frequent comorbidity of OSA requires that otolaryngologists who wish to be actively involved in the care of such patients have adequate knowledge of frequent sleep-related co-morbidities, adequate knowledge of metrics evaluated on sleep tests including polysomnography and home monitoring devices, and be familiar with the latest data on endoscopic and imaging techniques to effectively design a proper treatment plan.
This is the second part of a Bulletin series of instruction courses samplers from the myriad options to be offered at the 2012 AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO in September. Each month, one notable course in each of the nine categories will be listed with an excerpt from its objective. To read the full course description and to get your first choice of courses, sign up early at www.entnet.org/Annual_Meeting. Make sure to take advantage of the scheduler to review the full listing of courses and find those of special interest to you.
Business of Medicine/Practice Management
4618-2 Social Media for the Otolaryngologist
Steven Y. Park
1:15 pm-3:15 pm, September 12
Many physicians and healthcare professionals lack basic skills needed to survive and thrive in this information age. It’s important to stay current with online marketing and social media activities. Otolaryngologists in particular need more sophisticated marketing strategies beyond the traditional techniques used by the competition. In this didactic instruction course, participants will be given the necessary tools and resources to immediately implement the strategies taught in this course.
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
1721-2 Scar Wars: Treating the Elusive Scar
David B. Hom, MD J. Reagan Thomas, MD
3 pm-5 pm, September 9
Optimal management to treat dermal scars and keloids continues to be an enigma for surgeons. During the healing process, it may be clinically difficult to determine if a scar will develop. This course will describe the wound healing process of scarring; the clinical ways to suspect if scarring will occur; and discuss practical strategies for scar treatment. Case examples will be given to discuss the best current modalities for treatment. The surgical procedures with case examples to be described will include Z-plasty, W-plasty, M-plasty, geometric closure, dermabrasion, and serial excision. In addition the physiology and management of keloids will also be discussed.
General Otolaryngology
3723-2 Histology, Histopathology, and Radiology of the Ear
Sujana S. Chandrasekhar, MD Hosakere Chandrasekhar, MD
3 pm-5 pm, September 11
By correlating CT imaging of the temporal bone with its histologic anatomy, and then correlating diseases of the ear with the attendant histopathology, this course will enable the student to have a more thorough understanding of the complex anatomy and physiology of the organ and leave him or her with an increased ability to perform otologic diagnosis and surgery with greatly enhanced patient safety. This course is geared toward residents about to sit for their boards, practitioners undergoing their maintenance of certification exams, and practicing otolaryngologic surgeons wanting to enhance their outcomes in ear surgery.
Head and Neck Surgery
1521-1Controversies in the Management of Thyroid Nodule
Ashok R. Shaha, MD
12:30 pm-1:30 pm, September 9
There are several controversies in the evaluation and management of thyroid nodule. This course will discuss, in detail, the role of needle biopsy, diagnostic evaluation of a thyroid nodule, prognostic factors, and risk groups. It will examine the controversy related to the extent of thyroidectomy, especially total versus less-than-total thyroidectomy. In addition, the course will discuss the role of RAI and external radiation therapy, and will simplify the controversies in the management of thyroid nodule.
Laryngology/Broncho-Esophagology
4628-1 Phonosurgery in Performing Vocalists
Steven M. Zeitels, MD
1:15 pm-2:15 pm, September 12
Phonosurgery in performing vocalists can be extremely challenging due to these patients’ need for complex phonatory mucosal function. The glottic system of these vocal athletes requires mechanical precision beyond most professional voices (e.g., educators). Therefore, when singers are diagnosed with lesions, a key surgical goal is to optimally restore and/or preserve mucosal pliability so it will be ultra-responsive to tracheal/subglottic airflow. This course will discuss a variety of surgical innovations that have enhanced the precision of phonomicrosurgery, including epithelial-preserving dissection techniques and equipment, such as the 532nm pulsed-KTP laser. Overarching principles will be provided while employing video case studies. There will also be a discussion about factors that led to the increased number of high-profile cases during the past year apart from vocalists. This includes increased voice use (phonotrauma) due to non-performance vocal activities related to continuous 24/7 electronic communications.
Otology/Neurotology
3805-1 Prevention and Management of Complications in Ear Surgery
Patrick J. Antonelli, MD Rex Haberman, MD
12:30 pm-1:30 pm, September 11
Minicourse
Complications of middle ear and mastoid surgery can be devastating to both the patient and the surgeon. Many general otolaryngologists currently perform a limited number of middle ear and mastoid surgeries annually. “Occasional” ear surgeons may have concern about performing even routine middle ear and mastoid procedures for fear of encountering intraoperative complications. By providing a review of the relevant surgical temporal bone anatomy and of sound surgical principles, the general otolaryngologist should be able to avoid such intraoperative complications. Intraoperative complications may induce significant stress, thereby clouding judgment necessary to manage these complications. These simple, specific, and easy to remember algorithms will cover complications involving the tympanic membrane, ossicular chain, facial nerve, bony labyrinth, and vascular structures. At the completion of the course, the general otolaryngologist should be more at ease when performing routine middle ear and mastoid operations.
Pediatric Otolaryngology
3716-1 Pediatric Sleep Apnea: What to Do After a T and A
Charles M. Bower, MD; Supriya Jambhekar, MD
3 pm-4 pm, September 11
This course will provide a comprehensive overview of the clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment options for otolaryngologists managing OSA in pediatric patients.
Rhinology/Allergy
3715-1 Clinical Fundamentals: Anaphylaxis
John H. Krouse, MD, PhD
3 pm-4 pm, September 11
This course will review the clinical fundamentals on the treatment of anaphylaxis, including recognition, diagnosis, pathophysiology, and treatment of anaphylaxis in the clinical setting. It will examine risk factors that increase the likelihood of a patient experiencing an anaphylactic episode. In addition, it will provide clinical signs and symptoms that will help differentiate anaphylaxis from other patient responses with which it might be confused (e.g., vasovagal episodes).
Sleep Medicine
3629-1 Sleep Apnea: What AHI Means and Where Do You Go from Here
Robson Capasso, MD
1:45 pm-2:45 pm, September 11
Interactive
The complexity and frequent comorbidity of OSA requires that otolaryngologists who wish to be actively involved in the care of such patients have adequate knowledge of frequent sleep-related co-morbidities, adequate knowledge of metrics evaluated on sleep tests including polysomnography and home monitoring devices, and be familiar with the latest data on endoscopic and imaging techniques to effectively design a proper treatment plan.