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Your OTO Experience Awaits

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The OTO EXPO is the heart of the Annual Meeting, bringing together science, education, and industry in one collaborative space. Featuring more than 230 exhibitors and 500 scientific posters in a fully digital format, the OTO EXPO opens at 9:30 am (PT), following the Dr. K.J. Lee Opening Ceremony.

Don’t miss these events and sessions in the OTO EXPO, located in the South Hall, before it closes at 5:00 pm:

CPG: Surg CRS Annual Meeting Presentation Q&A

Stop by for a Q&A session on the Surgical Management of Chronic Rhinosinusitis (CRS) Clinical Practice Guideline, released in May 2025.

Coffee Break: Brewing Progress with Research & Quality – Booth #641

Grab a coffee and learn what the Academy’s Research & Quality team is currently working on.

Digital Scientific Posters

For the first time, scientific posters will be available in a fully digital format on interactive kiosks throughout the Los Angeles Convention Center and the OTO EXPO. Browse posters by topic, author, or keyword, and listen to recorded audio presentations from authors for additional insight into their research.

Innovation Park Returns for Year Two

Innovation Park returns for a second year, putting the future of the specialty front and center. ENT startups will demonstrate the latest healthcare technologies and solutions, giving you a first look at new advances in patient care and the ideas shaping what's next in otolaryngology. This year's Innovation Park companies include:

  • AeroVia Medical
  • Intake Breathing
  • Intuit Medical
  • Materialize Bio
  • Medinotec
  • My Allergy Score
  • Pop Surgical
  • Sinustim
  • VAST Health
  • vertigoAssist

Portrait Studio – Booth #702, Sponsored by NextPatient

Stop by the Portrait Studio for a professional headshot with an on-site photographer and receive an electronic copy. New this year, the studio is open Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, providing plenty of opportunities.

Simulation Center

Located in the OTO EXPO, the Simulation Center offers hands-on education for CME credit. Saturday’s Simulation Education sessions include:

  • Coaching Yourself: Practical Tools for Tackling Workplace Challenges
    Saturday | 9:30 – 10:30 am | Simulation Center 2
  • Vocal Feminization Surgery Simulation: 3D Printed Laryngeal Models for Microsurgery
    Saturday | 9:30 – 10:30 am | Simulation Center 1
  • Foundations and Frontiers in Otology: A Hands-On Introduction for Trainees
    Saturday | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Simulation Center 2
  • Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis & Airway Management for the Retrognathic Infants
    Saturday | 1:00 – 2:00 pm | Simulation Center 1
  • Emergency Airway Management for Medical Students: Oto Chautauqua LIVE!
    Saturday | 3:30 – 4:30 pm | Simulation Center 1
  • From Mold to Model: Creating Simulation-Ready Parts
    Saturday | 3:30 – 4:30 pm | Simulation Center 2

The Digital Scavenger Hunt Is Back

Also returning for the second year is the digital scavenger hunt! Explore the OTO EXPO and convention center, answer as many scavenger hunt questions as you can, and rack up points along the way. The more you complete, the higher you climb. Will your name land at the top of the leaderboard?

Step 1: Download the Annual Meeting mobile app.

Step 2: Click on the "Scavenger Hunt" tile.

Step 3: Start looking for the QR codes to earn points!

Wellness Zone – Sponsored by Sanofi

Take a moment to relax and recharge at the Wellness Zone, featuring:

  • Reflexology
  • Compression and Eye Massage
  • Red Light Therapy
  • Rapid Release Massage
  • Immunity Bar
  • Wellness Pantry

Walk-ins are welcome, or stop by to book an appointment for Sunday or Monday.

What’s for Lunch?

Saturday | Noon - 1:00 pm

  • Chimichurri Steak Sandwich: Peppered beef, Dijonnaise, pickled red onion, arugula
  • Tuscan Chicken Sandwich: Chicken breast, roasted red peppers, pesto aioli, provolone cheese
  • Buffalo Cauliflower Wrap: With vegan ranch and avoiding gluten tortilla
  • Power salad: Kale, spinach, red quinoa, sunflower seeds, seasonal fruit, garbanzo beans, poppy seed vinaigrette, avoiding gluten
  • Autumn Salad: shredded Chicken, pepitas, pomegranate seeds, sweet potato squash, maple vinaigrette, avoiding gluten
  • Kosher meals: Available upon request
  • Snacks: Individually packaged
  • Drinks: Lemonade and unsweetened iced tea served with lemon wedges