Published: August 24, 2016

American Otolaryngologists of Indian Heritage

The president and Board of Directors of the American Association of Otolaryngologists of Indian Heritage Inc. cordially invite you to attend AAOIH 39th Annual Dinner Meeting scheduled from 7:00 to 10:00 pm on Sunday, September 18, at Aqua EF room in the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel.

The president and Board of Directors of the American Association of Otolaryngologists of Indian Heritage Inc. cordially invite you to attend AAOIH 39th Annual Dinner Meeting scheduled from 7:00 to 10:00 pm on Sunday, September 18, at Aqua EF room in the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel.

Invited guest Mark Mehle, MD, will present topics on “Management of Difficult Problems of Sinonasal Disease” to the membership for interactive discussions.

The AAOIH Board Meeting will be on Sunday, September 18, at 4:30 pm in global connection meeting rooms of the San Diego Convention Center.

For more information please visit www.aaoih.com. AAOIH looks forward to welcoming you to the meeting with colleagues, friends, fellows, and residents. Reserve your dinner in advance by contacting Rajesh Kakani, MD, at rajkakani@yahoo.com or 516-222-1105, as these seats are limited.

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