Become a Member

Thank you for your interest in joining the American Academy of Otolarynology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS). AAO-HNS is the world's largest organization representing specialists who treat the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. Over 12,000 otolaryngologist—head and neck surgeons and professionals rely on AAO-HNS as an invaluable resource in helping them make a difference in their careers and providing the best patient care.

Application Process

The Academy has a formal, credentials-based membership application process. After review and approval by Credentials and Membership Committee and the Board of Directors, a formal induction ceremony is held during the opening ceremony at the Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO. 

The names of approved candidates are subsequently printed in the Bulletin and the Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Journal. During this process, candidates will have all the rights and responsibilities as members.

Please note: Applications received for Resident and In Training categories are exempt from this approval process.  Once the completed application, payment, and requested information has been received and processed, applicants applying for Resident membership and In Training membership automatically become members, not candidates.


2009 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO - Important Deadlines

New Membership Applications:

All new membership applications being submitted for the early registration rate must be received by 5pm (ET) on August 26, 2009.  Allow ample time for mailed applications, especially International post to ensure that mailed applications arrive to the Academy’s Member Service Center by August 26, 2009.

Applicants will be notified of their Member ID number via the email address listed on the application.  Completed applications received on August 26, 2009 will receive Member ID numbers via email by close of business on August 28, 2009.  Applicants will receive written notification via email if any required documentation or payment is missing from the application packet within one (1) business day of receipt of the application. All missing documentation must be submitted to Member Services by 5pm (ET) on August 28, 2009.

Membership Renewals:
All membership renewals will be processed within two (2) business days of receipt.  All membership renewals must be received by 5pm (ET) on August 28, 2009.  Membership renewals received on August 28, 2009 will be processed the same day.

Incomplete applications will not be processed. 

AAO-HNS Membership Application (pdf)

Completed applications must be submitted to Member Services by mail or fax:1-703-684-4288.  For personal service to any application questions, please contact Member Services: memberservices@entnet.org

Mail:
American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery
Attn: Member Service Center
1650 Diagonal Road
Alexandria, VA 22314-2857 USA

Annual Dues

The Academy Board of Directors determines the membership dues rate each year. The dues calendar runs from January 1st to December 31st. Invoices are mailed in October and full payment is required by December 31st. Several follow-up invoices are mailed to unpaid members, including final notices. Since non-payment of dues is ground for expulsion from the Academy, the Board of Directors reviews each year's list of delinquent members prior to the formal termination procedures.

The Board of Directors has approved discounted dues for U.S. Members and Fellows in special circumstances. This includes Fellow/Member In-Training, military and government personnel.

• Military/Government Employees (U.S. Only): Any physician currently employed in the Federal government or serving in active duty is eligible for the discounted rate of $690.00. In order to receive this membership discount, members must attach a recent LES or official letter from their command with starting and end dates.
• Fellow / Member In-Training (U.S., Canada and International): Any physician currently participating in a fellowship training program is eligible for In-Training status and is eligible for the discounted rate of $95.00. To receive In-Training status, members must submit an official letter with the membership application from the Training Program Director to include, program name, contact information, start and end date of training. 

Bylaws

Membership may be terminated for:

Failure to pay annual dues in full by March 30th of the following year. The Board of Directors shall have the power to censure, suspend or expel any member who fails to pay dues, who no longer possesses the qualifications necessary for membership including suspension or revocation of license to practice medicine, who has been convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude, who violates the Academy's Code of Ethics.

Unprofessional conduct resulting in revocation of a medical license to practice medicine. Such termination shall become effective upon sixty (60) days written notice.