May is Better Hearing Month.
The American Otological Society is committed to advancing ear and hearing care through research, education, clinical leadership, and public awareness.
This month, 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.
Watch the conversations below.
Music, Hearing Loss and the Brain
Music is one of the most naturally robust stimulants for the brain.
In this American Otological Society webinar, an extraordinary panel explores the connections among music, hearing loss, medicine, and brain health.
The conversation features Francis Collins, MD, PhD, former director of the National Institutes of Health; musician Huey Lewis; and neurotologist Charles Limb, MD, University of California San Francisco.
Together, they discuss how hearing, music, and the brain intersect — and why these connections matter for patients, clinicians, researchers, and anyone interested in hearing health.
Sound Mind: Hearing Loss and Cognitive Health
“Sound Mind: Hearing Loss and Cognitive Health” explores the important link between hearing and brain function.
The webinar features Justin S. Golub, MD, MS, Columbia University; Richard K. Gurgel, MD, MSCI, University of Utah; and Carrie L. Neiman, MD, MPH, Johns Hopkins University.
The discussion highlights what we are learning about hearing loss, cognitive health, and the role of hearing care in supporting overall well-being.
New Technologies Advancing Otologic Surgery
“New Technologies Advancing Otologic Surgery” highlights innovations that are shaping the future of ear surgery.
This AOS webinar features expert otology specialists discussing cutting-edge surgical techniques, emerging technologies, and advances in the field. Panelists include Marlan Hansen, MD, University of Iowa; Deepa Galaiya, MD, Johns Hopkins University; and Rick Nelson, MD, Indiana University.
The conversation reflects AOS’s commitment to education, innovation, and continued progress in otologic care.