NEW | Voices of Otolaryngology Podcast: Success Is Intentional

Dr. Shah (left) recently visited Dr. Setzen at his practice in Albany, New York.The new Voices of Otolaryngology podcast series is here to bring you exciting conversations and varied perspectives from the individuals who comprise the depth and breadth of the specialty. Hosted by AAO-HNS/F EVP/CEO Rahul K. Shah, MD, MBA, this dynamic series takes a deep dive into the stories, goals, and innovations that are impacting the current state of affairs in the house of medicine and shaping the future of the global otolaryngology community.

In this latest episode, Dr. Shah travels to Albany ENT & Allergy Services in Albany, New York, to visit with AAO-HNS/F Past President Gavin Setzen, MD, and learn more about the unique model of care that serves the patient population in Albany. Dr. Setzen shares pearls and opportunities for practice success and how the Academy plays a role in that success at all stages of one's career.  

“I’ve had mentors throughout my career—and my involvement in the Academy in particular—helped foster the decisions [I’ve made] in terms of growth, the opportunities, the exposure to world leaders in our field, being able to see what others were doing. The education, training, and advocacy [through the Academy], and what I’ve learned from colleagues over time, helped develop the mindset to facilitate the growth that we have experienced here. And [that must be] consistent with patient-centered care and evidence-based medicine.”

— AAO-HNS/F Past President and comprehensive otolaryngologist at Albany ENT & Allergy Services, Albany, New York