The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy - AAOA

01/24/2026

The Sinus Microbiome - Overview of Importance: an up-to-date overview of what is known about the sinus microbiome and how the bacterial populations in our sinuses contribute to their health or, conversely, disease at

01/23/2026

Day 1 of the Explorers Course 2026 in beautiful Sonoma was a success! Looking forward to 2 more days of learning and networking

01/19/2026

Species-Level Characterization of the Nasal Microbiome in Various Disease States Utilizing Third-Generation Sequencing

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/alr.70103?campaign=wolearlyview

Click on the article title to read more.

01/13/2026

Wearable tech like smartwatches and earbuds are increasingly linked to contact allergies—often from metals like nickel and chemicals like acrylates—causing skin reactions in some users: https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/allergic-your-smartwatch-youre-not-alone-2025a1000hv2?ecd=mkm_ret_251230_mscpmrk_allergy_best-of-the-year_etid7981590&uac=81001SX&impID=7981590

Contact allergies linked to wearables like smartwatches and earbuds are rising, with nickel and acrylates among the top allergens, a French dermatologist reports.

01/07/2026

Explorers Course 2026: Why attend in person?

12/30/2025

Best wishes for a healthy, prosperous, and productive New Year!

12/30/2025

Can These Supplements Help You Manage Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)?

https://www.everydayhealth.com/digestive-health/supplements-to-help-manage-eosinophilic-esophagitis/

Here’s how supplements like iron and vitamin D can help address nutrient deficiencies and improve symptoms of eosinophilic esophagitis.

12/23/2025

This episode of BackTable ENT features an especially engaging conversation with Bob Glazer, a recently retired healthcare executive, who shares his wisdom on achieving financial and personal abundance with guest host Dr. Ayesha Khalid:

Ever wondered what a high-powered healthcare executive thinks physicians should know about money, leadership, and career longevity? This episode of BackTable...

12/22/2025

Available Now! The Explorers Course 2026 Pre-Work On-Demand Content:

Focusing on surgical and medical management of allergic and inflammatory disease in ENT, the 2026 course will take a deep dive into the upper airway, asthma, chronic cough, olfaction, and more. Learn More and Register

12/19/2025

Earn CME hours before the year ends by taking advantage of the AAOA Educational Stacks available through December 31. These curated learning modules are designed to help you:

~Refresh and expand your knowledge

~Earn CME|CC-eligible hours

~Train your staff in an efficient and convenient way

There are 3 stacks available: https://www.aaoallergy.org/

Members earn 20% off bundle for any 3 Stacks at time of purchase. Contact AAOA for more information: (202) 955-5010.

12/16/2025

If you planning to attend the Explorers Course 2026: Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology in-person, make sure to book your hotel room by January 1, 2026. The live portion of will take place from January 22-24, 2026 at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, Sonoma, CA:

Focusing on surgical and medical management of allergic and inflammatory disease in ENT, the 2026 course will take a deep dive into the upper airway, asthma, chronic cough, olfaction, and more. Book Your Room in Sonoma

12/16/2025

Ever wondered why we have two nostrils? Read here:

Our nostrils share the workload like coworkers on rotation.