Published: October 29, 2020

At the forefront

The 10th anniversary celebration of the establishment of the Section for Women in Otolaryngology (WIO) and the WIO Endowment (WIOE) was held on October 3, during the AAO-HNSF 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting & OTO Experience.

WIO Celebrates 10 Years in Virtual Style

The 10th anniversary celebration of the establishment of the Section for Women in Otolaryngology (WIO) and the WIO Endowment (WIOE) was held on October 3, during the AAO-HNSF 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting & OTO Experience. The culmination of a year’s work of dedicated volunteers and leaders, the festivities included a virtual watch party for the premiere of the WIO documentary, “Four Days in Boston: A History of the AAO-HNS Section for Women in Otolaryngology (WIO).” Don’t worry if you missed it; you can access the video and find out how you can get involved in supporting the goals and initiatives of WIO and the WIOE at www.entnet.org/wio.

Education Opportunities in Pediatric Otolaryngology

How does postoperative vital sign monitoring for the pediatric patient differ from adult vital sign monitoring? What are therapeutic options for children with hearing loss? Through the OTOSource Pediatric Otolaryngology Unit, answer these questions and review numerous other topics at www.otosource.org.

Information for Your Patients

ENThealth.org is dedicated to helping patients. The content is developed from a team of AAO-HNS members, and information is delivered via peer-reviewed articles, interactive features, and video content featuring physicians. Learn more about the site and our contributors at https://www.enthealth.org/about-us/.

More from November 2020 – Vol. 39, No. 10

Smokeout

Advocacy in Action: Academy’s Latest Anti-Smoking Efforts

The AAO-HNS supports state and federal legislation and regulations that help reduce the use of tobacco products and exposure to secondhand smoke in order to promote healthy environments and lifestyles for the public. Over the course of the past year, the Academy has worked to promote a variety of anti-smoking-related topics that have an overall impact in protecting children, youth, and adults from the consequences of tobacco and e-cigarette use.

Smokeout

Vaping’s Harmful Effects on Our Patients

Vaping, the use of e-cigarettes or other electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), has increased in recent years as compared with traditional cigarettes. There are multiple harmful effects of vaping, and for adolescents in particular, there are special concerns for harm. Despite recent regulations by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), loopholes still exist that allow for sale of flavored ENDS devices to youth.

Nov Feature

Bringing Together the World of Otolaryngology Virtually with the 2020 International Regional Roundtables

During the AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO Experience, the International Advisory Board (IAB) General Assembly includes Regional Roundtable Discussions representing Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. Attendees from these geographic regions share ideas, best practices, and insights on issues facing the specialty.

Hoermann

Visions and Goals

From 1993 to 2017 I served as head and chair of the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery (ORLHNS) and Sleep Centre at the Mannheim University Teaching Hospital in Mannheim, Germany. Following this I became head of the International Patient Office at the same hospital.

International

Childhood Impressions Set the Path for Lifelong Experiences and Contributions

My life has always had an international flavor. Both sets of grandparents came from Europe in the early 20th century, and my father’s parents never learned to speak English. Family affairs, particularly at the holiday season, were very old world. My dad, Dr. David Myers, was chair of the Department of Otorhinology at Temple University School of Medicine.

Zender

Spotlight on Humanitarian Efforts: Chad A. Zender, MD

The Spotlight on Humanitarian Efforts recognizes AAO-HNS members who are contributing their time and expertise to otolaryngologic patient needs around the globe. These individuals demonstrate integrity and devotion to humanity through a self-giving spirit. They are outstanding models to emulate in fostering a globally otolaryngology community. For this spotlight, the AAO-HNSF International Affairs Program would like to spotlight Chad A. Zender, MD, for his work with Head and Neck Outreach (HNO)

Kmucha

Perspective: The Replacement of Medicare Carrier Advisory Committees Is a Replacement of the Physician Voice

I must admit that when Steve T. Kmucha, MD, JD, sent me this comprehensive historical review of the Carrier Advisory Committees (CAC) all the way through their demise, it brought back many good memories of my many years on the Tennessee CAC.

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What Is Changing for E/M Codes in 2021: Are You Prepared?

As reported in the June Bulletin, changes to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) coding structure for office or outpatient evaluation and management (E/M) services will take effect on January 1, 2021.

Netterville

PRACTICE PROFILE: Dedicated to Serving Underserved Patients with ENT Care

James L. Netterville, MD, has been with the Department of Otolaryngology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center since 1986. As the Mark C. Smith professor of otolaryngology and director of the Division of Head and Neck Surgery, he promotes education and research in both voice disorders and head and neck oncologic surgery, his specialty. In addition, he is the associate director of the Bill Wilkerson Center for Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences.

COVID-19

COVID-19 and Racial Disparities: An Update

Early in the pandemic, the widespread, disproportionate impact of COVID-19 was evident among minorities, particularly Hispanic, Black, and Native American communities in the United States. This has been repeatedly demonstrated through different types of analyses, including evaluations of relative cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.

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Humanitarian Travel Grant: Medical Mission in Kenya

I want to express my gratitude for the AAO-HNSF Humanitarian Travel Grant that allowed me to travel to Kenya and participate in efforts at the AIC Kijabe Hospital. I had the privilege of working with Dr. David Nolen’s practice, an alumnus of my own residency program. This experience was even more valuable than I had expected, and I look forward to applying the skills I gained, and lessons learned.

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AAO-HNS/F Celebrates 125 Years

This year the AAO-HNS/F is celebrating our 125th anniversary as a specialty organization. We are planning a number of events to commemorate our history that will culminate at our AAO-HNSF 2021 Annual Meeting & OTO Experience in Los Angeles, California, October 3-6, 2021.

Denneny

Real-World Impacts on Otolaryngology Practice Models: Pitfalls to Consider

As we approach the end of one of the most disruptive and tumultuous years of the last century, hoping to regain some degree of equilibrium, it is important to recognize and analyze not only the major, well-known consequences of COVID-19, social unrest, natural disasters, and divisive politics, but also some of the under-recognized impacts on our medical providers.

Bradford

Why Going Global Is More Important Than Ever

I had the great honor and privilege to serve on the Global Panel Presentation at the International Advisory Board (IAB) General Assembly held during the AAO-HNSF 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting.