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With sessions convening in all 50 states—43 beginning this month alone—state legislatures appear primed for a busy year. Healthcare-related issues are expected to be a high priority for state lawmakers. This article outlines some of the key state-level legislative advocacy priorities…

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…

Lance A. Manning, MDAdvocacy Coordinator, American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck SurgeryAcademy member and long-time advocate for the specialty, Lance A. Manning, MD, stepped into the role of Coordinator for Advocacy of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery on October…

Douglas D. Backous, MD, AAO-HNS/F President (2023–2024) and James C. Denneny III, MD, Executive Vice President and CEO (2014–2024)As we reflect on the achievements of 2024, we are filled with a sense of gratitude for the continued dedication and innovation…

The "Pearls from Your Peers" column has been a popular feature in the Bulletin since its debut in February 2021. It represents one of many valuable contributions from the extensive network of AAO-HNSF Education Committees and their members, who dedicate their time, expertise, and…

Relaunching in 2025, this unique program, offered by the AAO-HNSF journals Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and OTO Open, pairs seasoned reviewers with residents eager to learn the art and science of peer review. The RRDP has proven to benefit mentees, mentors, and the…

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…

Leith Bayazid, MD, and Jeremy Meier, MD, on behalf of the Humanitarian Efforts CommitteeOne Less Drop is an organization that works to improve surgical and anesthesia capabilities in West Africa. We work in collaboration with the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital in Ghana. Located four hours…

Mark K. Wax, MD, former Annual Meeting Program CoordinatorOtolaryngology consists of multiple subspecialties, each with its own unique equipment and applications. Residency teaches a great deal of what is current in cutting-edge technology, and many programs have adopted competency-based education to ensure that…

Episodes of the 2024 podcast series for the AAO-HNSF journal Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery covered topics spanning the otolaryngology-head and neck surgery spectrum. Editor in Chief Cecelia E. Schmalbach, MD, MSc, convenes a panel for an in-depth discussion of each month…

Cecelia Damask, DO, AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting Program CoordinatorAt the heart of the AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO EXPOSM is a commitment to advancing the specialty through shared knowledge, diverse perspectives, and inclusive dialogue. As the Annual Meeting Program Committee prepares to create an innovative…

On November 1, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the calendar year 2025 (CY2025) Final Rule for the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), which also includes proposals related to the Quality Payment Program (QPP). The following overview provides details regarding the rule’s…

The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) publishes two peer-reviewed journals: its flagship journal, Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, and OTO Open, a “gold” open-access journal, meaning all articles in the latter are immediately freely available to read…

Members of the AAO-HNSF Education Steering Committee met at the AAO-HNSF 2024 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO in Miami Beach, Florida.If you're passionate about your specialty and want to make a difference, consider applying for the 2025-2026 AAO-HNS/F Committee…

Agnes M. Hurtuk, MD, Seckin Ulualp, MD, and John D. Cramer, MD, on behalf of the Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Committee This article was originally published in the December 2023 issue of the Bulletin, based on a presentation at the AAO-HNSF 2023 Annual…

Worst Case Scenarios is an education course that allows learners to participate in simulated clinical scenarios with a group of peers. The included cases are scenarios that may be considered “worst case” as low-frequency but high-acuity events. In this installment of “Pearls from…

Ann W. Plum, MD, on behalf of the Simulation Education Committee How Does 3D Printing for Simulation Work?The process begins with the design. Most often, the design is based on a CT scan or MRI, but it does not have to be. 1, 2…