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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."

AAOA Member Benefits

  • Up to 60% discount for CME programs and free Annual Meeting. All AAOA’s CME programs meet ABOTOHNS Continuing Certification.
  • AAOA US ENT Affinity program, where AAOA members can gain savings on antigen, allergy supplies, and any of the other 5 service lines US ENT offers. For more email [email protected].
  • Tools and resources to comply with US General Chapter 797 and practice management tools.
  • Advocacy support.
  • And much more! Learn More
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PRACTICE MANAGEMENT CORNER

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

ADVOCACY UPDATES

AAOA Member Advocacy Update: Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) 2018

July 30, 2017

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the proposed 2018 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS)…

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Upcoming Dates

12/01/24: Research Grant Cycle
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04/01/25: Fellow Exam Application Deadline
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06/01/25: Research Grant Cycle
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08/08/25: Scientific Abstract Submission Deadline
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EDUCATION

What Happened to the AAOA Advanced Course?

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

Call For Proposals

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

RESIDENTS

For information about Resident membership, opportunities, DosedDaily, research grants, and other resources. Learn More

IFAR

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IFAR Impact Factor: 2.454

IFAR Featured Content: COVID-19 - Free Access
Endonasal instrumentation and aerosolization risk in the era of COVID‐19: simulation, literature review, and proposed mitigation strategies . Read More

Changes in Managing Practices

Working together with AAOA staff, volunteer leadership and members will enable us to have a positive impact on our members’ practices.

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Live and Online CME

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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2025 AAOA Annual Meeting - Hybrid, Independent
November 14-16, 2025
The Seabird Resort, Oceanside, CA
(access from San Diego or Santa Anna Airports)


USP 797 Online Module
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AAOA Educational Stacks
Available Now!

News and Updates

COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ

December 23, 2020

With the advent of the vaccine comes new questions and concerns. To help you address those…

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A Message From The AAOA President Wesley VanderArk, MD, FAAOA

December 9, 2020

Now at the end of 2020, we embark on another year with the AAOA, but…

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CEO Update, Fall 2020 -Winter 2021

November 20, 2020

In writing this piece, I tried to find something inspirational to help set the stage. Google…

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College Allergy Symptoms Treatment Back to Shcool

PRACTICE RESOURCES

AAOA Practice Resource Tool Kit

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.

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PARTNER RESOURCE CENTER

AAOA has launched a Partner Resource Center to bring you partner resources that can assist your practice and patient care.

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PATIENT CORNER

Hypoallergenic Pet Food: Myth or Magic Solution?

By Alfred Sassler, DO, AAOA PPR Commitee A major pet food producer is marketing a “groundbreaking” cat food to reduce cat allergens. It was released…

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AAOA Annual Meeting 2023 Schedule

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AAOA Annual Meeting 2023

Annual Meeting Schedule

Friday, September 29, 2023

* Subject to change; times in CDT 

10:30 AM      Allergy Masterclass

11:15 AM      Pardon the Interruption

12:15 PM      Non-AAOA Satellite Program 

1:15 PM         How Many Antigens Go in Your Vial?

1:45 PM        Break with Exhibitors

2:05 PM        Research Forum

2:35 PM        Wait, Wait Do Tell Me

3:35 PM        DEI Panel: Practice Management

4:05 PM        Joint AAOA – ISSS Panel: CPAP, Nasal Airflow, and Surgical Alternatives

4:50 PM       Afternoon Refresher with Exhibitors

5:10 PM       BJ Ferguson Lecture: What I have Learned in 40 Years of Practice. Does that Help Looking Forward?

6:10 PM      Reception with Exhibitors

6:55 PM       Life Post Residency Roundtable

Saturday, September 30, 2023

* Subject to change; times in CDT 

7:00 AM        Ambulatory session, How to Set Up an ASC

8:00 AM        Non-AAOA Satellite Program 

9:00 AM        Before You Hire

10:00 AM      Networking Coffee with Exhibitors

10:20 AM      Coding Conundrums

10:50 AM      The Price is Right! Adopting New Technology Panel

11:50 AM      Non-AAOA Satellite Program 

12:50 PM      Lines of Service Shark Tank

1:35 PM        Afternoon Refresher with Exhibitors

1:55 PM        What’s in Your AR?

2:55 PM        Evaluation and Management Tips for 2023

3:25 PM        Afternoon Refresher with Exhibitors

3:45 PM        Payer Policies and How to Win in an Audit from the Payer

4:15 PM        How to Manage Challenges during Immunotherapy

5:00 PM        Content Meets Culture Tours

Sunday, October 1, 2023

* Subject to change; times in CDT 

7:15 AM        ICAR Panel

8:00 AM        Non-AAOA Satellite Program 

9:00 AM        Amazing Case Race: Scavenger Hunt

10:00 AM      Networking Coffee with Exhibitors

10:20 AM      One-on-One with Jack Krouse

10:50 AM      The Mighty Eosinophil Panel

11:25 AM      AAOA–ARS Joint Panel: Office-Based Procedures: Common Procedures & Difficult Cases

12:05 PM      Afternoon Refresher with Exhibitors

12:35 PM      Food Allergy Panel

1:05 PM        DEI Panel: Patient Care

1:30 PM        Business Meeting (AAOA Voting Fellow & Associates only)

A printable file of the 2023 AAOA Annual Meeting Schedule can be found here.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

If you’d like to register, please contact AAOA with any questions: [email protected].

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Registration Price List

Fellow MemberFREE
Associate MemberFREE
International MemberFREE
NP/PA MemberFREE
Resident/Fellow-In-Training MemberFREE
All Member CandidatesFREE
Non-Member $795.00
One Day Pass
$495.00

Member Benefit

As an association we are always looking for more and better ways to help our Members get and stay engaged, and to expand and enrich their network of peers. To that end, for 2023, we are continuing the Member benefit for all renewing AAOA Members and Member Candidates: FREE Registration for the 2023 AAOA Annual Meeting!

Important Information

Member Candidate

A Member Candidate must have completed the membership application before the Application Deadline (45 days prior to the annual business meeting, approximately August 15th) to take advantage of the member rate. Learn More

Cancellation Policy

Registration fees are non-transferable. Refunds for paid registrations (less a 50% administration fee) may be considered for cancellations received in writing by the AAOA prior to August 15, 2023.

Cancellations received after August 15, 2023 are non-refundable. 

If you have a disability or require assistance during the course, contact the AAOA at 202-955-5010 or [email protected].

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As an AAOA member, you will be eligible for registration fee discounts on all AAOA CME functions, including free Annual Meeting (please contact AAOA for details), and all of our patient education and practice management resources. These savings alone can offset most or all of your dues.
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