Published: July 27, 2015

Annual Meeting after 5

Revive after five with energizing events continuing. The evenings offer an array of opportunities to round out the daily programming. Several are even included in your registration. And, if you register by Friday, August 21, your conference registration will be discounted.

Make the most of your time at the Annual Meeting & OTO EXPOSM with these evening events

Revive after five with energizing events continuing. The evenings offer an array of opportunities to round out the daily programming. Several are even included in your registration. And, if you register by Friday, August 21, your conference registration will be discounted.

You already know that changes have been made to the Annual Meeting to increase the value of your attendance. This includes all the activities that surround the meeting. For example, the AAO-HNS Career Fair and the Otolaryngology Historical Society meeting and reception times have been updated to better align with other scheduled activities. And, the First-Timers Networking event, now a  breakfast, and the New Member Welcome Reception have been separated and will be held as individual sessions to better focus on each audience’s needs.

So, before heading to your hotel, plan to top off your day with one or several evening events.

Sunday

New Members
Sunday, September 27, 5:30 – 6:00 pm
This session will give you insights on how to maximize your membership with AAO-HNS by taking advantage of all Member benefits and opportunities. Come to this session to learn about the value of the AAO-HNS, meet key leaders, and ask questions of our knowledgeable staff.

Presidents Reception
Sunday, September 27, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
The President’s Reception is open to all Annual Meeting & OTO EXPOSM attendees, including registered guests. One of our most popular events, this reception honors the outgoing president and provides an opportunity for you to enjoy a relaxing celebratory atmosphere with your peers. Badges are mandatory, so please be sure your guest is registered, should you be bringing one.

Monday

BOG General Assembly
Monday, September 28, 5:00 – 7:00 pm
The BOG is the grassroots Member network of the AAO-HNS and is made up of local, state, regional, and national otolaryngology societies from across the U.S. and Canada. Members of the BOG are primarily community practitioners, but all Members are invited and encouraged to attend.

ENT PAC Reception
Go here for more information.

Career Fair
Monday, September 28, 6:00 – 8:00 pm

The AAO-HNS Career Fair, hosted by ENT Careers and HEALTHeCAREERS Network, will take place at the Omni Dallas Hotel. The AAO-HNS Career Fair provides the opportunity for candidates in all otolaryngology specialties and levels of training to speak face-to-face with hiring representatives. Employers can leverage this opportunity to personally engage with numerous qualified job seekers at one time. Job seekers, visit http://sgiz.mobi/s3/registration to register and upload your resume. Employers can take full advantage of the emerging talent by contacting assocbizdev@healthecareers.com.

Otolaryngology Historical Society Meeting
Pre-registration required
Monday, September 28, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Join fans of the history of our specialty at the Annual Meeting reception for an evening of papers and networking. Tickets can be purchased when you register.

Corporate Satellite Symposia
Corporate satellite symposia are conducted by our corporate partners in conjunction with the Annual Meeting & OTO EXPOSM. Program content is directed by the corporate sponsor and must be approved by AAO-HNSF.

Tuesday

Corporate Satellite Symposia

Alumni Reception
Tuesday, September 29, 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Visit with your friends and colleagues from other institutions, enjoy a lavish selection of delicious appetizers and treats, and be entertained by local talent. Check our website frequently at www.entnet.org/annual_meeting to see the latest list of Alumni Receptions.

International Reception
Tuesday, September 29, 8:00 – 10:00 pm
Registered international attendees and their spouses are invited to this reception, where AAO-HNS/F President Gayle E. Woodson, MD, will welcome international attendees, including International Guests of Honor: Czech Republic, Panama, Slovakia, Taiwan, and Tanzania. Celebrate with a DJ, dance, and enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres. We encourage international visitors to wear national dress or a lapel pin with their country’s flag or society emblem.

 

 

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