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Celebrating Over 80 Years Of Service!

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 info@usentpartners.com.
  • Tools and resources to comply with US General Chapter 797 and practice management tools.
  • Advocacy support.
  • And much more! Learn More

ADVOCACY UPDATES

Upcoming Dates

04/01/24: Fellow Exam Application Deadline
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06/01/24: Research Grant Cycle
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06/25/24: Membership Application Deadline to be eligible for AAOA Member rate for the 2024 Basic Course

08/02/24: Scientific Abstract Submission Deadline
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12/01/24: Research Grant Cycle
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EDUCATION

AAOA Advanced Course

The recorded course content is available until April 30, 2024. This year’s Advanced Course featured Laryngology and Skull Base Surgery with Nausheen Jamal, MD and Garret Choby, MD as featured faculty.

RESIDENTS

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

IFAR

Available Now

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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 Advanced Course in Allergy & Immunology - Hybrid
On-Demand Content Access Deadline:
April 30, 2024
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2024 AAOA Basic Course in Allergy & Immunology - Hybrid
July 25-27, 2024
The Diplomat, Hollywood, Florida
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2024 AAOA Annual Meeting - Hybrid
November 8-10, 2024
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
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USP 797 Online Module
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AAOA Educational Stacks
Next Availability - April 1, 2024

News and Updates

So, You Think You Have Been to the Advanced Course….

We all suffer from the need to find new and innovative educational content to help…

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2018 AAOA Basic Course…This is not the same course you may have attended before!

On behalf of the AAOA we would like to extend a personal invitation to join us…

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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

AAOA Leadership

Why I joined the AAOA

by Mona Patadia, MD , FAAOA

I completed my rhinology fellowship in 2011 and was anxious, yet excited, to explore job opportunities. I found the perfect fit at a Chicago institution. It was my dream job as a rhinologist in an academic setting. It came with one caveat: I was to restart our Otolaryngology Allergy department. I was elated at the job opportunity, but with one minor problem: I had minimal knowledge of Otolaryngic Allergy. The AAOA was a lifesaver. I attended any and all courses through the AAOA including the basic and advanced allergy course. The AAOA was pivotal in setting me up with connections in the Chicagoland area as well. Soon, I had a good understanding of the basic concepts and had an academy to reach out to for any questions. I was well equipped to start our Otolaryngic Allergy practice from the ground up and continued to hone my skills and knowledge over the years.

Today, nine years later, I am thrilled to see that ever so common “nasal congestion” or “recurrent sinusitis” or “severe allergy” patient. I enjoy taking the patient history, performing the  head and neck exam/possible endoscopy, followed by reviewing any possible imaging. I am able to consolidate that information and present patients with knowledge and options on their medical care. Patients appreciate the holistic approach of offering surgery only when needed, but also reviewing and discussing the role of allergic rhinitis and possible options of  subcutaneous or sublingual immunotherapy either before their surgery, after their surgery or instead of surgery. I am equipped to provide more realistic expectations for my patients whom I have repaired a nasal septum or nasal valve by identifying the role of allergic rhinitis prior, and reminding them postop that they may continue to need medical management.  I am able to inform patients of possible allergies when the nasal endoscopy reveals polypoid tissue off the head of the middle turbinate. I am able to have a higher suspicion for immune deficiencies or low pneumococcal titers contributing to recurrent acute sinus infections or pneumonias. Patients are thrilled that their problems will be worked up in our office.  They appreciate the thorough evaluation of all aspects of their Otolaryngologic complaints

I am forever grateful for the AAOA and the tools they provided me with to provide excellent and holistic care to my patients. I continue to enjoy the AAOA as a source of continual knowledge and drive to advance our amazing field of Otolaryngic Allergy.

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