Meetings + Events
AOS provides educational meetings and webinars with global impact that are open to all otolaryngologists, subspecialty otologists and neurotologists, audiologists and related clinicians, trainees, students, and scientists.
American Otological Society Annual Meeting
The annual Spring Meeting is recognized as one of the most important otological educational forums world-wide with a significant international attendance. At the meeting, attendees participate in scientific sessions including panels, expert presentations, keynote speakers, didactic talks, poster presentations and interactions with industry and social events that stimulate new ideas, collaboration and collegiality that advance AOS’ mission.
Date: April 9-11, 2027
Location: Seattle Convention Center/Sheraton Grand Seattle, Seattle, WA
Award of MeritThe AOS Award of Merit is the highest, most prestigious honor one can receive from the American Otological Society. Recipients are selected by the past, past President of the AOS Council and a group of 4 advisors. It’s certainly the highlight of the annual AOS President’s reception & banquet when the Award of Merit presentation begins and the winner is announced. |
Meetings and Events
Date: Tues., June 9 at 6pm ET / Wed., June 10 7am KST
Past Webinars
The AOS webinar “Sound Mind: Hearing Loss and Cognitive Health”, explores the link between hearing and brain function. Hosted by Nancy M. Young, MD, and Sujana S. Chandrasekhar, MD, with panelists from Columbia University, University of Utah, and Johns Hopkins University, this interactive session will include a live Q&A with experts.
Music is one of the most naturally robust stimulants for the brain! Watch the recording of this 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.
Otology Calendar
Events and meetings with AOS partner organizations and groups.
AUG 19
AUGUST 19, 2026
August 19, 8:00-9:30 PM EST. REGISTER NOW!
Under the leadership of Nathan Lindquist, MD, the American Neurotology Society has developed a multidisciplinary, tumor board–style webinar focused on Temporal Bone Squamous Cell Carcinoma. This collaborative program brings together experts in neurotology, neuroradiology, head and neck surgery, radiation oncology, and medical oncology to discuss diagnosis, surgical management, reconstruction, oncologic therapy, and rehabilitation. This webinar is presented in partnership with the American Head and Neck Society and the North American Skull Base Society.
OCT 16
OCTOBER 16, 2026
“FAB FRIDAY” will be held at the JW Marriott in Los Angeles, CA
The ANS Fall meeting aims to enhance knowledge in diagnosing and managing ear and skull base conditions. Study Groups facilitate shared learning through presentations and discussions of complex cases. Register here!
Dragon City, Seoul, Korea
International otology society meeting dedicated to earhealth research and surgical advances.
FEB 25-28
FEBRUARY 25-28, 2027
Omni Nashville Hotel, Nashville, TN
The American Neurotology Society is pleased to partner with the North American Skull Base Society (NASBS) to present a full day of educational programming dedicated to Vestibular Schwannoma and NF2 on Thursday, February 25, 2027 during the 2027 NASBS Annual Meeting. Join us February 25–28, 2027, at the Omni Nashville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee.
APRIL 8-11, 2027
Seattle Convention Center/Sheraton Grand Seattle, Seattle, WA
The Combined Otolaryngology Spring Meetings (COSM) is the premier educational and technology forum for providing the subspecialties in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery with an opportunity to improve and expand their knowledge and skills thereby enhancing the quality of patient care. COSM 2027 begins Apr 8-11; AOS/ANS sessions are Friday-Sunday, Apr 9-11.
COSM 2028
May 3-7, 2028
Hyatt Regency Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
COSM 2029
April 19-22, 2029
Hyatt Regency Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
COSM 2030
April 24-25, 2030
(ANS / AOS has a Wednesday/Thursday footprint)
Bring your family and go to Disney for the weekend!
Hyatt Regency Orlando
Orlando, Florida