The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA) represents over 2,700 Board-certified otolaryngologists and health care providers. Otolaryngology, frequently referred to as Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT), uniquely combines medical and surgical expertise to care for patients with a variety of conditions affecting the ears, nose, and throat, as well as commonly related conditions. AAOA members devote part of their practice to the diagnosis and treatment of allergic disease. The AAOA actively supports its membership through education, research, and advocacy in the care of allergic patients.
"Advance the comprehensive management of allergy and inflammatory disease in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery through training, education, and advocacy."
As part of our on-going member support, we are introducing a new website feature to help with common practice management challenges. We welcome your input with questions or challenges you would like to address. Read More
On November 1, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Medicare Physician…
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Newly published guidance from the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (ACAAI), the American…
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Thanks to your feedback, we have reimagined our Advanced Course in Allergy & Immunology to give you educational programming that encompasses your full scope of practice. Join us for the new Explorers Course 2025: Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology. Learn More
We are pleased to invite you to participate in the 2025 AAOA Annual Meeting Call for Proposals. Do you have burning content ideas to be presented at the Annual Meeting? The AAOA is seeking proposals to incorporate in the educational sessions for the 2025 Annual Meeting. Learn More
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2024 AAOA Annual Meeting - Hybrid
November 8-10, 2024
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
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Explorers Course 2025:
Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology — Hybrid
90-days Access Feb 27 – May 27, 2025
March 27-29, 2025 - Live
The Hythe, Vail, CO
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2025 AAOA Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology - Hybrid
90-days Access June 10 – Sep 15, 2025
July 10-12, 2025 - Live
The Chateaux Deer Valley, Park City, UT
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USP 797 Online Module
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via BackTable ENT Podcasts Surgeons are fortunate that their work is both fulfilling and well…
The AAOA Foundation (AAOAF) invites applications for research grants from residents and medical students. Selected…
Have you heard of the “October Theory”? Apparently, Autumn brings more than falling leaves, pumpkins,…
The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA) Practice Resource Tool Kit is intended as a guide to help AAOA members integrate allergy into their otolaryngology practice and to continually improve on this integration as new information, regulations, and resources become available.
AAOA has launched a Partner Resource Center to bring you partner resources that can assist your practice and patient care.
What should I do? My allergy testing is negative but I still have symptoms. What should I do?You suffer through every spring, sneezing and coughing, with pressure in your ears and your eyes are so itchy you’d rather keep them…
As you embark on your allergy testing, there are several important things to remember. Your testing process may take 60-90 minutes but will result in information on which allergens you react to and how severely you react to each one. …
Allergy is a hypersensitive reaction to common things in our surroundings. Allergies, often inherited, are the immune system reacting to something- eaten, touched, or inhaled that doesn’t affect most other people. If you have an allergy, your immune system mistakes…
The history of modern allergy treatment dates back to the early decades of the twentieth century with the demonstration of decreased response to grass pollens following conjunctival challenge done by Noon and Freeman. These techniques were subsequently modified that led…
You have allergy symptoms, and want to find something to treat your symptoms without having to go to a doctor. The allergy aisle in the pharmacy or big box store is overwhelming. What do all these drugs do? Let's break…
There seem to be more and more medications available for allergy treatment that you can now purchase over the counter. The FDA has allowed some previously "prescription-only" drugs available directly to the consumer without a prescription which adds even more…
Overview Allergy to penicillin and related antibiotics is the most commonly reported drug allergy in the United States. Approximately 85% of patients who describe themselves as “penicillin allergic” will have negative skin tests and can safely receive penicillin and related…
I never heard anything about gluten before 5 years ago, now you can’t swing a baguette without hearing about gluten. What gives? Gluten is a naturally-occurring protein present in several cereal grains. Wheat , Barley, and Rye are the principal…
As indicated in our mission statement, the AAOA is concerned with advancing the treatment of patients with allergic disease. When the FDA was considering making Nasacort available over-the-counter, the AAOA surveyed our membership about the topic. The biggest concerns expressed…
On the campaign trail, President Trump said his top healthcare priority would be to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA). His replacement proposals included allowing insurers to sell policies across state lines; making premiums fully tax deductible; expanding…
