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The American Otological Society is a global association of preeminent physicians, surgeons, scientists & advocates for the advancement of otology.

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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 8h
**REMINDER** October 22 is the deadline to submit abstracts for the AOS 160th Annual Meeting in Seattle. Details are on our website: aos.memberclicks.net/aos-abstract...
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AOS Abstract Submission Instructions 2027
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
AOS is celebrating women who helped shape the Society across generations—from firsts in membership to presidential leadership and decades of staff service. Read more: americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/09/23/w... #AOSEarSurgery #WomenInMedicine #Otology #Otolaryngology
Graphic with a red border titled “Celebrating Women in Medicine — American Otological Society.” Eight headshots are arranged in two rows: Dorothy Wolff, Ph.D., first woman Associate Member (1961); Dr. LaVonne Bergstrom, first woman Full Member (1977); and AOS presidents Drs. A. Julianna Gulya (2001), Debara L. Tucci (2016), Carol A. Bauer (2019), Sujana S. Chandrasekhar (2024), Nancy M. Young (2025), and Andrea Vambutas (expected 2032). A group photo labeled “AOS Members (2026)” and the AOS logo appear below.

Graphic with a red border titled “Celebrating Women in Medicine — American Otological Society” and “Sustaining AOS Across Generations.” Portraits show Shirley Gossard, AOS Staff from 1996–2012, and Kristen Bordignon, AOS Staff from 2004–Present. Red text reads “Three Decades of Service to AOS.” The American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
3/3 — Tinnitus study A randomized, double-blind trial of 127 patients at Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences found no significant difference between dexamethasone, lidocaine and saline placebo. Well-designed negative studies matter: doi.org/10.1097/ONO....
Graphic highlighting a randomized, double-blind trial of 127 patients with idiopathic tinnitus comparing dexamethasone, lidocaine and saline placebo. All three groups showed a small average improvement, with no significant difference between treatments. The takeaway emphasizes the importance of publishing well-designed studies with negative results. A QR code labeled “Read the full study” appears at the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
2/3 — Bone-conduction study A retrospective review of 187 patients at @vanderbilt.edu University Medical Center found overall complication rates from bone-conduction hearing devices were low, supporting BCHDs as a valuable option for patients. Read the study: doi.org/10.1097/ONO....
Graphic highlighting a retrospective review of 187 patients with bone-conduction hearing devices. Findings note skin issues with some percutaneous implants, some pain and magnet issues with transcutaneous devices, and low overall complication rates. The takeaway states that bone-conduction hearing devices remain a valuable option for patients. A QR code labeled “Read the full study” appears at the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
1/3 ONO June 2026: Editor-in-Chief Michael E. Hoffer, MD, selected two studies to highlight. One from @vanderbilt.edu and one from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences. Explore Vol. 6, Issue No. 2: www.ovid.com/jnls/onojour... #AOSEarSurgery #Otology #Neurotology
Graphic titled “ONO Editor-in-Chief’s Highlights.” It features the Otology & Neurotology Open journal cover for June 2026, Volume 6, Issue 2, and a professional headshot of Michael E. Hoffer, MD, identified as Editor-in-Chief. The American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
📣 Call for Papers: AOS 160th Annual Meeting Abstracts are accepted Sept. 1–Oct. 22, 2026, for the April 9–11, 2027 meeting in Seattle. Awards are available. Details and submission instructions: aos.memberclicks.net/aos-abstract... #AOS160 #2026COSM #AOSEarSurgery #Otology
Graphic with a red border and AOS branding promoting the 160th Annual Meeting Call for Papers. A vertical photo of the Seattle skyline, including the Space Needle and Mount Rainier, appears above text stating that abstracts are accepted Sept. 1–Oct. 22, 2026, for the April 9–11, 2027 meeting at the Sheraton Grand Seattle/Convention Center. The American Otological Society logo appears at the bottom.
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UCSF Otolaryngology | Head & Neck Surgery @ucsfohns.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Congratulations to Dr. Charles Limb, recipient of the 2026–2027 UCSF Faculty Research Lecture Award in Clinical Science! 🎉 This prestigious award recognizes outstanding scientific achievement over an entire career and is among the UCSF Academic Senate’s highest honors.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Congratulations Dr. Limb! Well deserved. We're still thinking about the the webinar you organized in March with Dr. Francis Collins (fmr. NIH Director); Huey Lewis; Dr. Nancy Young and @drsujanaent.bsky.social. 🔗 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/02/26/a...
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AOS Webinar! Music, Hearing Loss and the Brain (Watch the Recording)
Watch the recording of this webinar featuring Dr Francis Collins, Huey Lewis, and Dr. Charles Limb.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Updated membership application deadline: Sept. 8, 2026. Membership in the American Otological Society is a distinct honor in otology. Qualified otologists can review membership qualifications and how to apply on our website. americanotologicalsociety.org/membership/ #AOSEarSurgery #Otology
Graphic with red border and AOS branding titled “AOS Membership: A Distinct Honor in Otology.” A large group photograph shows American Otological Society members, with text noting membership is for qualified otologists. The original September 1, 2026 application deadline is crossed out and marked “Extended,” with the new deadline of September 8, 2026. The American Otological Society logo appears at the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Temporal Bone Squamous Cell Carcinoma webinar Wed., Aug. 19, 8–9:30 p.m. ET Sharing on behalf of the American Neurotology Society, American Head and Neck Society, and North American Skull Base Society. Register: miami.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #AOSEarSurgery #ANS #Neurotology
Horizontal graphic promoting a webinar titled “Temporal Bone Squamous Cell Carcinoma,” described as a multidisciplinary panel on diagnosis, surgery, reconstruction, oncologic therapy, and rehabilitation. The left side features moderator Nathan Lindquist, MD, with Christine Dinh, MD, ANS Education Director, and David Haynes, MD, ANS President, below. The right side features panelists Nancy Pham, MD; Paul Gidley, MD; Mark Wax, MD; Yao Yu, MD; Neal Akhave, MD; and Nicholas Deep, MD. Logos for the American Neurotology Society, American Head and Neck Society, and North American Skull Base Society appear at the top right, with the date, time, and registration link along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Temporal Bone Squamous Cell Carcinoma webinar Wed., Aug. 19, 8–9:30 p.m. ET Sharing on behalf of the American Neurotology Society, American Head and Neck Society, and North American Skull Base Society. Register: miami.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #AOSEarSurgery #ANS #Neurotology
Horizontal graphic promoting a webinar titled “Temporal Bone Squamous Cell Carcinoma,” described as a multidisciplinary panel on diagnosis, surgery, reconstruction, oncologic therapy, and rehabilitation. The left side features moderator Nathan Lindquist, MD, with Christine Dinh, MD, ANS Education Director, and David Haynes, MD, ANS President, below. The right side features panelists Nancy Pham, MD; Paul Gidley, MD; Mark Wax, MD; Yao Yu, MD; Neal Akhave, MD; and Nicholas Deep, MD. Logos for the American Neurotology Society, American Head and Neck Society, and North American Skull Base Society appear at the top right, with the date, time, and registration link along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Membership in the American Otological Society is a distinct honor in otology. The 2026 application deadline is Sept. 1. Qualified otologists can review membership qualifications and the application process on our website. americanotologicalsociety.org/membership/ #AOSEarSurgery #Otology
Horizontal graphic with red border and AOS branding titled “AOS Membership: A Distinct Honor in Otology.” A large group photograph shows American Otological Society members gathered at an AOS meeting. Text notes that membership is for qualified otologists and gives the application deadline of September 1, 2026, with a prompt to review membership qualifications on the AOS website. The American Otological Society logo appears at lower right.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
4/4 Congratulations to 2026 Cochrane Scholars Robert Conway, DO, of Michigan Ear Institute, and James R. Dornhoffer, MD, of Mayo Clinic. Learn more about the Cochrane Scholarship: americanotologicalsociety.org/otology-neur...
Horizontal graphic congratulating the 2026 Cochrane Scholars. A professional headshot of Robert Conway, DO, of Michigan Ear Institute in Farmington Hills, Michigan, appears on the left, and a professional headshot of James R. Dornhoffer, MD, of Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, appears on the right. Cochrane and Otology & Neurotology logos appear at the top, with the American Otological Society (AOS) logo in the lower right.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
3/4 Otology & Neurotology Open is an online, open-access journal making research freely available worldwide. ONO is led by Editor-in-Chief Michael E. Hoffer, MD, and Deputy Editor-in-Chief Elizabeth H. Toh, MD, MBA. Explore ONO: americanotologicalsociety.org/otology-neur...
Graphic highlighting the editorial leadership of Otology & Neurotology Open. Professional headshots identify Michael E. Hoffer, MD, as Editor-in-Chief and Elizabeth H. Toh, MD, MBA, as Deputy Editor-in-Chief. The American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears along the bottom.Graphic titled “Otology & Neurotology Open: Five Most Popular Articles.” Listed articles address isotretinoin-induced intracranial hypertension and pulsatile tinnitus, barriers to cochlear implant uptake, intratympanic treatment for idiopathic tinnitus, estrogen exposure and otosclerosis risk, and postoperative complications related to bone-conduction hearing devices. The American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
2/4 We welcome Matthew L. Bush, MD, PhD, MBA, FACS, as the new Editor-in-Chief of Otology & Neurotology. Justin S. Golub, MD, MS, serves as Associate Editor. Explore the journal, leadership and Most Popular Articles: americanotologicalsociety.org/otology-neur...
Graphic highlighting the editorial leadership of Otology & Neurotology. Professional headshots identify Matthew L. Bush, MD, PhD, MBA, FACS, as Editor-in-Chief and Justin S. Golub, MD, MS, as Associate Editor. The American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears along the bottom.Graphic titled “Otology & Neurotology: Five Most Popular Articles.” Listed articles address cochlear implant soft failures, prevention of otic barotrauma, virtual reality for vestibular rehabilitation, communication outcomes for children receiving cochlear implants before 12 months of age, and management of otomycosis. The American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
1/4 The American Otological Society and American Neurotology Society jointly own Otology & Neurotology and Otology & Neurotology Open (ONO)—two complementary journals advancing research. americanotologicalsociety.org/otology-neur... #AOSEarSurgery #Otology #Neurotology
Horizontal graphic titled “Our Journals” featuring the covers of Otology & Neurotology on the left and Otology & Neurotology Open on the right. The American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears in the lower right.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
Congratulations to Karen Jo Enright, MD, PhD, the 73rd recipient of the American Otological Society’s #AwardofMerit! 🏆 Read about her inspiring career, leadership and research: americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/07/25/a... #AOS #AwardOfMerit #HearingHealth
The text at the top is centered and reads, “Karen Jo Enright, M.D., Ph.D.” The second line is “Award of Merit 2026”.  The outline of the AOS seal flanks the text on the left. The gold version of the AOS seal flanks the text on the right midway. There are two pictures of Karen Jo Enright. The one on the left is her celebrating her award with a female colleague. The one on the right is her with another female colleague receiving the official certificate. The graphic is surrounded by a moderate red border and the AOS logo is in the bottom right.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
More than $8 million has been distributed by the AOS Research Foundation to support hearing and balance research. Richard K. Gurgel, MD, is the new RAB Executive Secretary; Benjamin Crane, MD, joins as trustee. AOS grants: americanotologicalsociety.org/research-gra... #AOSEarSurgery
Horizontal graphic with a red border and AOS branding titled “More Than $8 Million Distributed to Support Research to Date” and “Research Advisory Board 2026–2027.” Ten professional headshots appear in two rows: Richard K. Gurgel, labeled “New Executive Secretary”; Samuel Gubbels; Ronna Hertzano; Wade W. Chien; Sharon Cushing; Rick Nelson; Benjamin Crane, labeled “New Trustee”; Radha Kalluri; Amanda M. Lauer; and Hari Bharadwaj. The American Otological Society logo appears at the lower right.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
AOS welcomes Nikolas H. Blevins, MD, as President; Dennis S. Poe, MD, PhD, as President-Elect; and Andrea Vambutas, MD, as a new Leadership Council member for 2026–2027. Our full 2026-2027 Leadership Council List is online: americanotologicalsociety.org/aos-leadersh... #AOSEarSurgery #Otology
AOS welcomes Nikolas H. Blevins, MD, as President; Dennis S. Poe, MD, PhD, as President-Elect; and Andrea Vambutas, MD, as a new Leadership Council member for 2026–2027.

https://americanotologicalsociety.org/aos-leadership-council/

#AOSEarSurgery #Otology
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
July 1 marks the beginning of a new academic year in medicine. AOS welcomes interns, residents, clinical fellows, medical students, and other trainees beginning the next stage of their education. Explore AOS resources: americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/07/01/w... #AOSEarSurgery #MedicalEducation
Graphic with AOS branding reading “July 1. Welcome to the New Academic Year!” Supporting text says, “Congratulations and welcome to all trainees beginning the next stage of their medical education.” The American Otological Society logo appears in the lower right.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Opportunity from American Neurotology Society: ANS Fab Friday Study Group Call for Papers. Submissions are due Mon., June 15, 2026 for the 61st Annual Fall Meeting in Los Angeles. Details: www.americanneurotologysociety.com/ans-fall-mee... #AOSEarSurgery #ANS #Neurotology #Otology
Square graphic from the American Neurotology Society promoting the Fab Friday Study Group Call for Papers. Text reads “Share your research. Advance the field. Be part of the conversation” and “Last chance for submission is June 15, 2026.” The graphic includes black and gold ANS branding and the ANS logo.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
Missed “Silencing the Noise”? Watch the replay on our website with human-generated captions: americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/05/19/a... Viewers joined from the U.S., South Korea, Canada, the UK, Australia, India, Jamaica, Egypt, South Africa, Argentina, Italy, Chile and Colombia. #Tinnitus
Horizontal replay graphic with a top banner reading “AOS | Silencing The Noise: New Insights Into Tinnitus | KOS.” Below is a two-row video grid showing eight webinar participants: Jae-Jin Song, MD, PhD; Gail M. Whitelaw, PhD, MHA; Gregory J. Basura, MD, PhD; Jae-Jun Song, MD, PhD; Nancy M. Young, MD; Shi Nae Park, MD, PhD; Bradley Kesser, MD; and Sujana Chandrasekhar, MD.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
Opportunity from American Neurotology Society: URiM #Otology #Neurotology Travel Grant for eligible students pursuing away clinical or research rotations related to ear, hearing & balance. Apply by June 15: www.americanneurotologysociety.com/community-en... #AOSEarSurgery #MedicalEducation #URIM
Graphic from the American Neurotology Society with a blue background and ANS logo. Text reads “Apply by Mon., June 15” and “URiM Otology/Neurotology Travel Grant.” Additional text explains that the grant is open to under-represented medical students to help cover expenses for away clinical or research rotations related to the ear, hearing, and balance. A yellow megaphone illustration appears in the lower right.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
In just a few hours, join us for “Silencing the Noise: New Insights Into Tinnitus,” live at 6pm ET. Ask questions/comment on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wq66... Live human captions: americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/05/19/a... Replay on both links. #AOSEarSurgery #Tinnitus
Reminder graphic for “Silencing the Noise: New Insights Into Tinnitus,” with the webinar time listed as “Tues., June 9 at 6pm ET / Wed., June 10 at 7am KST.” Seven circular headshots are arranged in two rows: Nancy M. Young, MD, President, AOS; Bradley W. Kesser, MD, Education Director, AOS; Gail M. Whitelaw, PhD, MHA, The Ohio State University; Gregory J. Basura, MD, PhD, UPMC/Univ. of Pittsburgh; Shi Nae Park, MD, PhD, President, KOS; Jae-Jin Song, MD, PhD, Seoul National University; and Jae-Jun Song, MD, PhD, Korea University. Two diagonal “Reminder” banners appear near the top left and top right. The American Otological Society logo appears at lower left, and the Korean Otological Society logo appears at lower right.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Join AOS + the Korean Otological Society June 9 at 6pm ET for “Silencing the Noise: New Insights Into Tinnitus,” a live public webinar on #tinnitus science, treatment and care. Details/how to watch: americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/05/19/a... #AOSEarSurgery #Otology #Otolaryngology #Audiology
Graphic for the “Silencing the Noise: New Insights Into Tinnitus” webinar, with the date and time listed as “Tues., June 9 at 6pm ET / Wed., June 10 at 7am KST.” Seven circular headshots are arranged in two rows: Nancy M. Young, MD, President, AOS; Bradley W. Kesser, MD, Education Director, AOS; Gail M. Whitelaw, PhD, MHA, The Ohio State University; Gregory J. Basura, MD, PhD, UPMC/Univ. of Pittsburgh; Shi Nae Park, MD, PhD, President, KOS; Jae-Jin Song, MD, PhD, Seoul National University; and Jae-Jun Song, MD, PhD, Korea University. The American Otological Society and Korean Otological Society logos appear along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
May is #BetterHearingMonth. AOS is committed to advancing ear and hearing care through research, education, clinical leadership, and public awareness. Explore our webinars on #hearingloss and #hearinghealth: americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/05/13/b... #AOSEarSurgery
Graphic with AOS branding for Better Hearing Month. On the left is a red “Spotlight on Hearing Health” graphic with abstract sound-wave patterns and a large line drawing of an ear. On the right, text reads “May is Better Hearing Month” and “We’re highlighting several AOS webinars that explore hearing health from different perspectives.” The American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears along the bottom right.
Graphic titled “Music, Hearing Loss and the Brain” for a March 18, 2026 webinar, “A Conversation with Dr. Francis Collins and Huey Lewis.” Five circular headshots are shown with captions: Francis Collins, MD, PhD, Fmr. Director, National Institutes of Health; Huey Lewis, Singer–Songwriter, Huey Lewis and the News; Charles Limb, MD, Sooy Professor / Chief of Otology, UC San Francisco; Nancy M. Young, MD, President, AOS; and Sujana S. Chandrasekhar, MD, Past President, AOS. The American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears along the bottom.
Graphic titled “Sound Mind” for an October 22, 2025 webinar on hearing loss and cognitive health. Six circular headshots are shown with captions: Justin S. Golub, MD, MS, Columbia University; Richard K. Gurgel, MD, MSCI, University of Utah; Carrie L. Neiman, MD, MPH, Johns Hopkins University; Nancy M. Young, MD, President, AOS; Sujana S. Chandrasekhar, MD, Past President, AOS; and Bradley W. Kesser, MD, Education Director, AOS. The American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears along the bottom.
Graphic titled “Technology” for a September 13, 2024 webinar, “New Technologies Advancing Otologic Surgery.” Five circular headshots are shown with captions: Marlan R. Hansen, MD, University of Iowa; Deepa J. Galaiya, MD, Johns Hopkins University; Rick F. Nelson, MD, PhD, Indiana University; Sujana S. Chandrasekhar, MD, President, AOS; and Nancy M. Young, MD, Education Director, AOS. The American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears along the bottom.
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Clearyb @clearyb.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Great webinar. I’ve written about my evolving experiences with music since getting my cochlear implant at noisysilence.ie
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Adventures in Hearing Loss & Tinnitus
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
Outstanding invited presentations at #AOS159 Patrick C.M. Wong (Chinese university of Hong Kong) Catherine Birman @sydney.edu.au Debara Tucci (NIH) Konstantina Stankovic @stanfordohns.bsky.social Ronna Hertzano @umaryland.edu Medicine Charles Limb @ucsfohns.bsky.social #COSM2026
Graphic with three side-by-side candid photos from the AOS 159th Annual Meeting. Left image shows Konstantina M. Stankovic, MD, PhD; Catherine Birman, OAM, MBBS, PhD, FRACS; and Patrick C.M. Wong, PhD standing together. Center image shows Ronna Hertzano, MD, PhD and Debara L. Tucci, MD, MS, MBA speaking with attendees. Right image shows AOS President Nancy Young, MD with Charles Limb, MD seated during a session. Text reads “Thank you for the Outstanding Invited Presentations at our 159th Annual Meeting.” COSM 2026 Phoenix and American Otological Society logos appear along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
Introducing the 2026 AOS Fellows! We’re proud to welcome this year’s newly inducted Fellows to the American Otological Society. #AOSEarSurgery #AOS159 #COSM2026 #2026COSM
Graphic with red border and AOS branding featuring a group photo of the 2026 AOS Fellows standing on a stage at a conference, several holding certificates. A red text panel reads “Our 2026 AOS New Fellow Inductees” with “#AOS159.” COSM 2026 Phoenix and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
2/2 (cont’d) Presidential Citations #AOS159: René H. Gifford, PhD | Hearts for Hearing Karen Iler Kirk, PhD | U of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (Prof. Emerita) Debara L. Tucci, MD, MS, MBA | National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIH) Ronna Hertzano, MD, PhD | U. of Md.
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “AOS Presidential Citation — René H. Gifford, PhD.” A photo shows René H. Gifford, PhD standing with Nancy M. Young, MD on stage at the AOS meeting, both smiling and wearing conference badges. “#AOS159” appears below. COSM 2026 Phoenix and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “AOS Presidential Citation — Ronna Hertzano, MD, PhD.” A photo shows Ronna Hertzano, MD, PhD standing with Nancy M. Young, MD on stage at the AOS meeting, both smiling and wearing conference badges. “#AOS159” appears below. COSM 2026 Phoenix and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “AOS Presidential Citation — Karen Iler Kirk, PhD.” A photo shows Karen Iler Kirk, PhD standing with Nancy M. Young, MD on stage at the AOS meeting, both smiling and wearing conference badges. “#AOS159” appears below. COSM 2026 Phoenix and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “AOS Presidential Citation — Debara L. Tucci, MD, MS, MBA.” A photo shows Debara L. Tucci, MD, MS, MBA standing with Nancy M. Young, MD on stage at the AOS meeting, both smiling and wearing conference badges. “#AOS159” appears below. COSM 2026 Phoenix and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
1/2 Recipients of Presidential Citations at #AOS159: Karen I. Berliner, PhD | House Institute Foundation Kevin D. Brown, MD, PhD | University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Teresa H. Caraway, PhD | Oberkotter Foundation #COSM2026 #2026COSM
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “AOS Presidential Citations.” The names of the recipients are listed: Karen I. Berliner, PhD; Kevin D. Brown, MD, PhD; Teresa H. Caraway, PhD; René H. Gifford, PhD; Ronna Hertzano, MD, PhD; Karen Iler Kirk, PhD; and Debara L. Tucci, MD, MS, MBA. “#AOS159” appears below. COSM 2026 Phoenix and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “AOS Presidential Citation — Karen I. Berliner, PhD.” A photo shows Karen I. Berliner, PhD standing with Nancy M. Young, MD on stage at the AOS meeting, both smiling and wearing conference badges. “#AOS159” appears below. COSM 2026 Phoenix and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “AOS Presidential Citation — Kevin D. Brown, MD, PhD.” A photo shows Kevin D. Brown, MD, PhD standing with Nancy M. Young, MD on stage at the AOS meeting, both smiling and wearing conference badges. “#AOS159” appears below. COSM 2026 Phoenix and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “AOS Presidential Citation — Teresa H. Caraway, PhD.” A photo shows Teresa H. Caraway, PhD standing with Nancy M. Young, MD on stage at the AOS meeting, both smiling and wearing conference badges. “#AOS159” appears below. COSM 2026 Phoenix and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
18/18 The 2026 AOS Council welcomes you to the 159th Annual Meeting. Join us at 1:00 PM today and 7:00 AM tomorrow (Saturday) in Room 101ABC for the sessions, and at the banquet on Saturday evening. #AOS159 #COSM2026 #2026COSM
Group photo of eight members of the 2026 American Otological Society Council standing together in front of a curtain backdrop. Text on the graphic reads, “The 2026 AOS Council Welcomes You to the 159th Annual Meeting,” with the hashtag #AOS159 and logos for COSM 2026 Phoenix and the American Otological Society.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
17/18 Meet someone new. 📸 Take a photo with a colleague at the COSM letters and share it using #AOS159. 🎯Bonus points if it's with one of our 2026 AOS Fellows. #AOS159 #COSM2026 #2026COSM
Graphic featuring the COSM 2026 letters in Phoenix with a call to action encouraging attendees to take a photo with a colleague at the COSM letters and share it using #AOS159 #COSM2026 and tagging @AOSEarSurgery.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
16/18 Bryan K. Ward, MD — Associate Professor, Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, @jhu.edu. Learn more about our 2026 AOS Fellows 🔗 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/03/01/n... 📍 Meet them in Phoenix at #AOS159 during #COSM2026 #AOSEarSurgery #2026COSM
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “Welcome New AOS Fellow! Bryan K. Ward, MD.” Centered is a professional headshot of Dr. Ward, an adult man smiling and wearing a white coat and tie against a blue background. Johns Hopkins Medicine and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
Graphic with red border and AOS branding titled “Background Bryan K. Ward, MD.” A red text box lists: Associate Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at Johns Hopkins University; Co-Director of the Johns Hopkins Eustachian Tube Health Center; Residency at Johns Hopkins; Neurotology fellowship at Johns Hopkins. Johns Hopkins Medicine and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
What does #hearingloss actually sound like? #HueyLewis shares what changed—and what didn’t—after getting a #CochlearImplant. 👂It's been miraculous 👂Conversation is possible 👂Music is still a challenge Watch the full webinar: americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/02/26/a... #AOSEarSurgery
Quote reads: “I got a cochlear implant—and it’s been miraculous.” Image shows Huey Lewis pointing to his ear. Supporting text reads: “After struggling with hearing loss, a cochlear implant changed how Huey Lewis connects with people.” American Otological Society logo appears at the bottom.
Quote reads: “I don’t have to read lips anymore—I can hear people now.” Image shows Huey Lewis looking at the camera. Supporting text reads: “Everyday conversation became possible again after Huey Lewis got his cochlear implant.” American Otological Society logo appears at the bottom.
Quote reads: “Music is still a very big challenge for me.” Image shows Huey Lewis smiling. Supporting text reads: “Speech has improved—but music remains complex and difficult.” American Otological Society logo appears at the bottom.
Quote reads: “Sometimes a single note sounds out of tune with itself.” Image shows Huey Lewis gesturing with both hands. Supporting text reads: “Music can sound distorted in ways that are hard to describe.” American Otological Society logo appears at the bottom.
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UCSF Otolaryngology | Head & Neck Surgery @ucsfohns.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
💫#COSM2026 starts today with ABEA, AAFPRS , and ALA! UCSF is representing at all three societies. We cannot wait to hear the latest in research and exchange ideas with our colleagues in the service of better patient care!✨
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
15/18 Esther X. Vivas, MD — Professor & Division Chief of Otology & Neurotology, @emorydeptofmed.bsky.social. Learn more about our 2026 AOS Fellows 🔗 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/03/01/n... 📍 Meet them in Phoenix at #AOS159 during #COSM2026. #AOSEarSurgery
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “Welcome New AOS Fellow! Esther X. Vivas, MD.” Centered is a professional headshot of Dr. Vivas, an adult woman smiling and wearing glasses and a white coat in a clinical setting. Emory University School of Medicine and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.Graphic with red border and AOS branding titled “Background Esther X. Vivas, MD.” A red text box lists: Professor and Division Chief of Otology & Neurotology in the Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at Emory University; Director of the Surgical Dissection Laboratory and Temporal Bone Course at Emory University; Residency at Albert Einstein; Neurotology fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Emory University School of Medicine and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
14/18 Aaron D. Tward, MD, PhD — Associate Professor, @ucsfohns.bsky.social and Assoc. VP, Gene Therapy at @elilillyandcompany.bsky.social. Learn more about our 2026 AOS Fellows 🔗 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/03/01/n... 📍 Meet them in Phoenix at #AOS159 during #COSM2026 #AOSEarSurgery
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “Welcome New AOS Fellow! Aaron D. Tward, MD, PhD.” Centered is a professional headshot of Dr. Tward, an adult male smiling and wearing a collared shirt against a neutral background. UCSF Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.Graphic with red border and AOS branding titled “Background Aaron D. Tward, MD, PhD.” A red text box lists: Associate Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco; Associate Vice President of Gene Therapy at Eli Lilly and Company; Scientific co-founder of Affinia Therapeutics; Residency at Harvard; Neurotology fellowship at Mass Eye and Ear. UCSF Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
13/18 Piotr H. Skarzynski, MD, PhD — Professor & Deputy Head, Teleaudiology & Screening, World Hearing Center (Warsaw, Poland) Learn more about our 2026 AOS Fellows 🔗 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/03/01/n... 📍 Meet them in Phoenix at #AOS159 during #COSM2026 #AOSEarSurgery
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “Welcome New AOS Fellow! Piotr H. Skarzynski, MD, PhD.” Centered is a professional headshot of Dr. Skarzynski, an adult male wearing a suit and tie, facing forward with a neutral expression against a softly blurred background. The Medical University of Warsaw, The Warsaw Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
Graphic with red border and AOS branding titled “Background Piotr H. Skarzynski, MD, PhD.” A red text box lists: Professor and Deputy Head of the Department of Teleaudiology and Screening at the World Hearing Center, Institute of Physiology & Pathology of Hearing, Warsaw, Poland; Didactic Assistant at the Medical University of Warsaw; Director of Science and Development at the Institute of Sensory Organs. The Medical University of Warsaw, The Warsaw Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
12/18 Celine Richard, MD, PhD, PD, MBA — Asst Prof, Otolaryngology, @uthsc.bsky.social & @stjuderesearch.bsky.social Learn more about our 2026 AOS Fellows 🔗 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/03/01/n... 📍 Meet them in Phoenix at #AOS159 during #COSM2026 #AOSEarSurgery
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “Welcome New AOS Fellow! Celine Richard, MD, PhD, PD, MBA.” Centered is a professional headshot of Dr. Richard, an adult woman smiling and wearing a white coat against a neutral background. Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.Graphic with red border and AOS branding titled “Background Celine Richard, MD, PhD, PD, MBA.” A red text box lists: Assistant Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital; Former Chief of Pediatric ENT and Co-medical Director of the Geneva-Lausanne Cochlear Implant Center; Neurotology Fellowship at St. Etienne University Hospital, France; Complex Pediatric ENT Fellowships at Ohio State University and UTHSC. Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, and American Otological Society (AOS) logos appear along the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
AOS Spring Meeting Highlights at #COSM2026. Join us in Phoenix for two days of presentations, lectures, and panels, including: 🔷Guest of Honor Lecture: Patrick C.M. Wong, PhD 🔷Saumil N. Merchant Memorial Lecture: Catherine Birman, MBBS, PhD, FRACS Register: www.cosm.md #AOS159 #Otology
Graphic titled “AOS Spring Meeting Highlights” for COSM in Phoenix.
Friday, April 23: Presidential Citations; Guest of Honor Lecture; Expert Presentations; MRI and Cholesteatoma Panel.
Saturday, April 24: Clinician Scientist Award; Saumil N. Merchant Memorial Lecture; Expert Presentations; Multidisciplinary Cochlear Implant Care Panel.
Includes hashtag AOS159 and the American Otological Society logo.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
11/18 Aaron K. Remenschneider, MD, MPH — Assoc. Prof, @harvardmed.bsky.social; Neurotologist, @bostonchildrens.bsky.social and Mass. Eye and Ear Learn more about our 2026 AOS Fellows 🔗 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/03/01/n... 📍 Meet them in Phoenix at #AOS159 during #COSM2026 #AOSEarSurgery
Graphic reading “Welcome New AOS Fellow! Aaron K. Remenschneider, MD, MPH.” A professional headshot of Dr. Remenschneider centered on a light background, smiling and wearing glasses and professional attire. Boston Children’s Hospital, Mass General Brigham Mass Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, and American Otological Society logos appear along the bottom.Graphic titled “Background Aaron K. Remenschneider, MD, MPH” with a red panel listing: Associate Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at Harvard Medical School; Neurotologist at Boston Children’s Hospital and Mass. Eye and Ear; Neurotology Fellowship at Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary; Residency at Harvard. Boston Children’s Hospital, Mass General Brigham Mass Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, and American Otological Society logos appear at the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
Registration is still open for #AOS159 at #COSM2026: www.cosm.md 🎟️ Tickets for the AOS President’s Reception/Banquet, hosted by Dr. Nancy Young, are running out. Don’t delay — get yours before they sell out. You can purchase tickets through the Member Portal: 🔗 aos.memberclicks.net/login#/login
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
10/18 Alicia M. Quesnel, MD — Neurotologist, Mass Eye & Ear Infirmary and Mass General Brigham; Assistant Professor, @harvardmed.bsky.social. Learn more about our 2026 AOS Fellows 🔗 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/03/01/n... 📍 Meet them in Phoenix at #AOS159 during #COSM2026 #AOSEarSurgery
Graphic reading “Welcome New AOS Fellow! Alicia M. Quesnel, MD.” A professional headshot of Dr. Quesnel centered on a light background, smiling and wearing professional attire. Mass General Brigham Mass Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, and American Otological Society logos appear along the bottom.
Graphic titled “Background Alicia M. Quesnel, MD” with a red panel listing: Neurotologist at Mass Eye & Ear Infirmary and Mass General Brigham; Assistant Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at Harvard Medical School; Co-Director of the Mass Eye & Ear Otopathology Laboratory; Neurotology Fellowship at Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary; Residency at Harvard. Mass General Brigham Mass Eye and Ear, Harvard Medical School Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, and American Otological Society logos appear at the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
6/6: Can you catch all the Huey Lewis references in @drsujanaent.bsky.social's closing remarks? The webinar also featured: Nancy M. Young, MD; Charles Limb, MD; Francis Collins, MD, PhD and Huey Lewis. 🎥 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/02/26/a... #HearingHealth #CochlearImplants #HueyLewis
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
9/18 Kevin A. Peng, MD is a Partner, House Ear Clinic and Research Committee Chair, House Institute Foundation. Learn more about our 2026 AOS Fellows 🔗 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/03/01/n... 📍 Meet them in Phoenix at #AOS159 during #COSM2026 #AOSEarSurgery #Otology #HearingHealth #ENT
Graphic with red border and AOS branding reading “Welcome New AOS Fellow! Kevin A. Peng, MD.” Centered is a professional headshot of Dr. Peng, an adult male wearing a suit and tie, smiling against a neutral background. The House Ear Clinic logo appears at the bottom left, and the American Otological Society (AOS) logo appears at the bottom right.Graphic with red border and AOS branding titled “Background Kevin A. Peng, MD.” A red text box lists: Partner at House Ear Clinic; Medical Director of the House Children’s Hearing Center; Chair of Research Committee at House Institute Foundation; Neurotology Fellowship at House Ear Clinic; Residency at University of California, Los Angeles. The House Ear Clinic logo is at the bottom left and the AOS logo at the bottom right.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
5/6 🎥 Clip 4: ““I got a cochlear implant—and it’s been miraculous.” #HueyLewis 🎥 Full Webinar: americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/02/26/a... Speakers: Nancy M. Young, MD Charles Limb, MD Francis Collins, MD, PhD | Fmr. Dir, NIH Sujana Chandrasekhar, MD #AOSEarSurgery #CochlearImplants
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
8/18 Gavriel D. Kohlberg, MD — Associate Professor & Chief of Otology & Neurotology, @uwotohns.bsky.social. Learn more about our 2026 AOS Fellows: 🔗 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/03/01/n... 📍 Meet them in Phoenix at #AOS159 during #COSM2026. #AOSEarSurgery #Otology #HearingHealth #ENT
Graphic reading “Welcome New AOS Fellow! Gavriel D. Kohlberg, MD.” A professional headshot of Dr. Kohlberg centered on a light background, smiling and wearing a suit jacket and tie. UW Medicine Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery and American Otological Society logos appear along the bottom.
Graphic titled “Background Gavriel D. Kohlberg, MD” with a red panel listing: Associate Professor and Chief of Otology & Neurotology in the Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Washington; Research Affiliate at the Virginia Merrill Bloedel Hearing Research Center; Neurotology Fellowship at the University of Cincinnati; Residency at New York Presbyterian Columbia and Cornell. UW Medicine Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery and American Otological Society logos appear at the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
7/18 Todd A. Hillman, MD is a Partner at Pittsburgh Ear Associates and Program Director at Allegheny Health Network Otolaryngology Residency. Our 2026 Fellows: 🔗 americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/03/01/n... 📍 Meet them in person at the 159th Annual Meeting in Phoenix at COSM. #AOS159 #COSM2026
Portrait graphic reading “Welcome New AOS Fellow! Todd A. Hillman, MD.” A professional headshot of Dr. Hillman centered on a light background, wearing a collared shirt and looking directly at the camera. Logos for Pittsburgh Ear Associates and the American Otological Society appear along the bottom.
Graphic titled “Background Todd A. Hillman, MD” with a red text box listing his roles and training: Partner at Pittsburgh Ear Associates; Fellowship Director at Pittsburgh Ear Associates; Program Director of the Allegheny Health Network Otolaryngology Residency; Co-Director of the Allegheny General Hospital Balance Center; Neurotology Fellowship at Pittsburgh Ear Associates; Residency at the University of Utah. Logos for Pittsburgh Ear Associates and the American Otological Society appear at the bottom.
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American Otological Society @aosearsurgery.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
4/6 🎥 Clip 3: “Music has a way of bringing people together.” Francis Collins, MD, PhD | Fmr. Dir, NIH 🎥 Full Webinar: americanotologicalsociety.org/2026/02/26/a... Speakers: Nancy M. Young, MD Francis Collins, MD, PhD Huey Lewis Sujana Chandrasekhar, MD #AOSEarSurgery #CochlearImplants
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