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Advancing Otology

Join leading clinicians, scientists, and educators for the AOS Annual Meeting—where collaboration sparks innovation in hearing and balance health.

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Investing in Discovery

The AOS supports groundbreaking research through competitive grant funding, empowering clinician-scientists to push the boundaries of otology and neurotology.

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A Community of Leaders

AOS members represent the field’s most accomplished surgeons, clinicians, and researchers—working together to shape the future of hearing and balance health.

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Transforming the Future of Hearing Health

Launching in 2026, the AOS Signature Initiative unites experts to address the most pressing challenges in hearing and balance disorders.

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What’s New in Otology

Stay connected to the latest breakthroughs, clinical insights, and updates from the AOS community and beyond.

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Sharing Knowledge that Shapes the Field

Otology & Neurotology features the latest peer-reviewed research, clinical advances, and expert insights from leaders in hearing and balance science.

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Advancing Otology

Join leading clinicians, scientists, and educators for the AOS Annual Meeting—where collaboration sparks innovation in hearing and balance health.

LEARN MORE

Investing in Discovery

The AOS supports groundbreaking research through competitive grant funding, empowering clinician-scientists to push the boundaries of otology and neurotology.

LEARN MORE

A Community of Leaders

AOS members represent the field’s most accomplished surgeons, clinicians, and researchers—working together to shape the future of hearing and balance health.

LEARN MORE

Transforming the Future of Hearing Health

Launching in 2026, the AOS Signature Initiative unites experts to address the most pressing challenges in hearing and balance disorders.

LEARN MORE

What’s New in Otology

Stay connected to the latest breakthroughs, clinical insights, and updates from the AOS community and beyond.

LEARN MORE

Sharing Knowledge that Shapes the Field

Otology & Neurotology features the latest peer-reviewed research, clinical advances, and expert insights from leaders in hearing and balance science.

LEARN MORE

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Did you miss it live? We encourage you to watch the AOS webinar, Music, Hearing Loss and the Brain…

Music is one of the most naturally robust stimulants for the brain! Please join us for an exciting upcoming webinar featuring the esteemed Dr Francis Collins (former Director, NIH), musician Huey Lewis, and neurotologist Dr. Charles Limb.

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About the American Otological Society

The American Otological Society (“AOS”) is the second oldest single-specialty medical society in America. Founded in 1868, AOS has played a pivotal role in advancing the science and practice of otology for over 150 years. Its members are leaders in research, education, and surgical innovation focused on diseases of the ear and related structures.

Vision:

The American Otological Society, a global association of preeminent physicians, surgeons, scientists and advocates for the advancement of otology, is dedicated to enabling optimal health, communication, and life experiences for all individuals impacted by hearing loss, balance disorders, and other diseases of the ear and lateral skull base.

Mission:

The American Otological Society is a world-leading association in ear-related health care. We collaborate across institutional and international boundaries to advance otology, identify and support promising research, cultivate and disseminate excellence in effective and compassionate clinical practices, and elevate all those dedicated to the field of otology through education on cutting-edge discoveries and innovations.

What We Do

For more than a century, the American Otological Society has united leading surgeons, scientists, and educators to advance the science and treatment of hearing and balance disorders.

Research

Providing funding and guidance to explore new directions in the field of otology

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Education

Guiding research, evidence-based treatments, quality standards, and leadership in otology and neurotology
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Leadership

AOS members represent the most senior surgeons and clinicians in the industry, guiding the way for important advances in otology
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American Otological Society Membership

The American Otological Society (“AOS”) is the second oldest single-specialty medical society in America.

Established in 1868, AOS is the senior and most esteemed organization dedicated to the advancement of treatments and prevention of ear-related disorders that may affect hearing, balance, neurological function and communication. Members of the society are accomplished leaders in the field, assuring high standards for how AOS fulfills its mission. Members are clinicians (otologists, neurotologists, otolaryngologists, audiologists or other clinicians with subspecialty interest in otology) and scientists, all with common goals to advance the care of disorders related to the ear.

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The Latest

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.
May 13, 2026

May Is Better Hearing Month: AOS Webinars on Hearing Health

We’re highlighting several AOS webinars that explore hearing health from different perspectives — from music, hearing loss, and the brain, to hearing loss and cognitive health, to new technologies in otologic surgery.
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April 8, 2026

New Handle. New Platforms. Fresh Start. @AOSEarSurgery

AOS is now @AOSEarSurgery across all platforms. New handle, new platforms, fresh start—follow us for Fellow spotlights, webinars, research highlights, and more.
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April 1, 2026

Hot off the Press! Enjoy the AOS Spring newsletter

This issue opens with the President’s Message, highlights from the 159th annual AOS meeting and recognition of the AOS Program Committee. The issue also introduces our new AOS website and recognizes 15 newly inducted Fellows. Additional sections include a farewell to the Otology & Neurotology Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Larry Lustig, updates from the Research Advisory Board, and information on recent and upcoming webinars, along with other society news and resources. Hope you enjoy!
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March 1, 2026

Please Welcome Our New 2026 AOS Fellows

We have 15 new AOS Fellows for 2026. You will have a chance to meet them in person at the 159th Annual Meeting in Phoenix.
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February 26, 2026

AOS Webinar! Music, Hearing Loss and the Brain (Watch the Recording)

UPDATED: Wednesday, March 18--Did you miss Music, Hearing Loss and the Brain? Watch the recording! Music is one of the most naturally robust stimulants for the brain! Please join us for an exciting upcoming webinar featuring the esteemed Dr Francis Collins (former Director, NIH), musician Huey Lewis, and neurotologist Dr. Charles Limb. This unique panel of participants will cover a range of topics centered around music, hearing loss and medicine.
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