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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.
Education
Guiding research, evidence-based treatments, quality standards, and leadership in otology and neurotology
Leadership
AOS members represent the most senior surgeons and clinicians in the industry, guiding the way for important advances in otology
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.
The Latest
November 3, 2025
A record number of abstracts were received for the Spring AOS Annual Meeting for Platform and Poster presentation. The 141 abstracts will be reviewed by the Program Advisory Committee as Chaired by AOS President Nancy M. Young MD and AOS Education Director Bradley W. Kesser MD. Make plans to attend the AOS Annual Spring Meeting in Phoenix on April 24-25, 2026 and engage with over 300 otology colleagues for a great educational program.
October 27, 2025
Record number of AOS Membership Applications reviewed. At the Fall AOS Council meeting a record 15 applications for Fellowship in AOS were reviewed and approved for advancement to the full membership for final vote. Kudos to AOS Fellow Ana H. Kim MD for her spectacular work as Membership Liaison. These candidates are voted on by the membership in November 2025. Attend the Annual Spring AOS meeting and welcome our new Fellows in person.
October 26, 2025
AOS held a webinar on Wednesday, October 22nd on the topic of hearing loss and cognition. Entitled “Sound Mind: Hearing Loss and Cognitive Health”, this webinar featured expert panelists Justin S. Golub, MD, MS from Columbia University, Richard K. Gurgel, MD, MSCI from the University of Utah, and Carrie L. Neiman, MD, MPH from Johns Hopkins University.