American Otological Society (AOS)
Purpose
The American Otological Society, created in 1868, is dedicated to fostering a dialogue on and dissemination of, information pertaining to advances in evidence based diagnosis and management of otologic and neurotologic disorders. The focus on otologic and neurotologic disorders and scientific advances are translated to the provision of quality care that is consistent with the ACGME general competency areas and the Institute of Medicine competencies.
Target Audience
The primary target audience for the educational efforts of the American Otological Society is the current and potential members of the society. These members are physicians, physicians-in-training, audiologists and researchers in the fields of otology and neurotology. Educational activities are also open to other healthcare professionals who are involved in the care of patients with otologic and neurotologic conditions.
Activities
The primary activity of the American Otological Society is the Annual Meeting that focuses on the advancement of the scientific and clinical evidence that supports advances in otologic and neurotologic care to patients. Additionally, non certified educational support and resources include the publication and dissemination of peer reviewed and evidence-based content through Otology & Neurotology Journal and support for research in otology/neurotology and lateral skull base surgery and related disciplines.
Content
The content for the Annual Meeting and other related educational efforts are focused on otologic and neurotologic evidence based science, clinical standards of care, effects on communication, and other topics to the specialty.
Expected Results
The expected results are focused on enhancing knowledge translation and promoting competence for the membership and other identified target audiences. The Annual Meeting, the CME certified annual activity of the society, and the other scholarly activities such as the publication of the Journal and support for research provide a rich and robust environment for self assessment and reflection, access to resources for lifelong learning and opportunities for discussion and re-evaluation.
2021-2022 Officers
PRESIDENT
Marlan R. Hansen, M.D.
University of Iowa - Iowa City, IA
PRESIDENT – ELECT
Lawrence R. Lustig, M.D.
Columbia University - New York, NY
SECRETARY - TREASURER
Sujana S. Chandrasekhar, M.D.
New York Otology - New York, NY
EDUCATION DIRECTOR
Nancy M. Young, M.D.
Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago - Chicago, IL
PAST PRESIDENT
John P. Carey, M.D.
The Johns Hopkins University - Baltimore, MD
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
Patrick J. Antonelli, M.D.
University of Florida - Gainesville, FL
COUNCIL MEMBERS
William H. Slattery III, M.D.
House Ear Clinic - Los Angeles, CA
Nikolas H. Blevins, M.D.
Stanford University - Stanford, CA
AOS Administrative Office
Executive Administrator: Kristen Bordignon; Tel: (217) 638-0801
Co-Administrator: Ashley Eikenberry; Tel: (217) 381-4668
administrator@americanotologicalsociety.org