A Position Statement from the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and Foundation (AAO-HNS/F) is used to designate a statement, policy, or a consensus recommendation on a particular topic or topics. An AAO-HNS/F Position Statement is generally evidence based and in certain cases urges collaboration to support clinical decision making, clinical care and treatment.
Position Statement submissions, or requests for revisions to current position statements, should be sent directly to [email protected]. Position statements will be published online at the earliest available date once approved by the Executive Committee.
If you are interested in drafting a new Position Statement, please review the guidance document.
Recent Position Statements
2025
Preserving Access to MRI for Patients with Implantable Hearing Devices
2024
Empty Nose Syndrome
Suppressors for Hearing Preservation
Pay Parity in Otolaryngology
Transgender Voice
Otolaryngologic On-Call Services
Universal Newborn Congenital Cytomegalovirus (cCMV) Screening
2023
Efficacy of Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) Programs
Button and Coin Battery Technology
Cochlear Implantation for Single Sided Deafness in Adults
Cochlear Implantation for Single Sided Deafness in Children
Nasal Valve Repair
Drug-Eluting Sinus Implants
PNN Ablation for the Treatment of Chronic Rhinitis
2022
Pediatric Otolaryngology Expert Consensus on Use and Re-Use of Tracheostomy Tubes
Fiberoptic/Flexible Endoscopic Examinations of Swallowing (FEES)
Vaccination Status and Obligation to Provide Care
2021
Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Cochlear Implant Candidacy for Children with Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Surgeon Performed Neck Ultrasound
Bone Conduction Hearing Devices
Debridement of the Sinus Cavity after ESS
Dilation of sinuses, any method (e.g., balloon, etc.)
Scope of Practice of Non-Physician Providers
Hearing Aids
Pediatric Otolaryngology
