We are the world's largest organization representing specialists who treat the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck.

The Academy represents more than 10,000 otolaryngologist--head and neck surgeons who diagnose and treat disorders of the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. The medical disorders treated by our physicians and this specialty are among the most common that afflict all Americans, young and old. They include chronic ear infection, sinusitis, snoring and sleep apnea, hearing loss, allergies and hay fever, swallowing disorders, nosebleeds, hoarseness, dizziness, and head and neck cancer.

The AAO-HNS Foundation works to advance the art, science and ethical practice of otolaryngology--head and neck surgery through education, research, and lifelong learning.

We hope you use this website to learn more about otolaryngology and the missions and programs of our Academy and Foundation.

Content geared toward otolaryngology professionals, scientists, researchers, and administrators can now be viewed on a separate site for professionals at http://www.entlink.net, or follow the hyperlink to the "member home" found at the bottom of every page.