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International Day Spotlights Global ENT Care

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International Day at the AAO-HNSF 2025 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO is Monday and features several must-attend events, including the Humanitarian Efforts Forum, Eugene N. Myers, MD International Lecture on Head and Neck Cancer, International Advisory Board (IAB) General Assembly, IAB General Session, and the lively International Reception, all of which are open to international attendees.

"The international dimension of our Annual Meeting continues to grow. We’ve intentionally designed a program that not only welcomes our global colleagues but celebrates the unique insights and innovations they bring to our specialty. From dedicated Spanish-language sessions to region-specific roundtables, this meeting reflects the truly global nature of medical advancements.”

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Maria V. Suurna, MD
AAO-HNSF Coordinator for International Affairs
Humanitarian Efforts Forum

Monday | 8:00 - 10:00 am | Rooms 144 - 145

Gregory J. Basura, MD, PhD, Chair of the Humanitarian Efforts Committee, invites all attendees to listen, share, and discuss pressing issues affecting humanitarian action related to otolaryngology.

Eugene N. Myers, MD International Lecture on Head and Neck Cancer

Monday | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | 500 Ballroom

Don't miss this year’s Eugene N. Myers, MD International Lecture on Head and Neck Cancer featuring Ralph W. Gilbert, MD, who will present "The Toronto Experience in Complex Airway Reconstruction.”

IAB General Assembly

Monday | 2:30 - 3:30 pm | Rooms 144 - 145

Join us for a compelling discussion on one of the most pressing issues in global healthcare at the IAB General Assembly. This year’s panel, “Cost of Global Healthcare—Who Benefits?” is facilitated by Titus Ibekwe, MD, IAB Chair, and moderated by Dr. Suurna and Hector de la Garza, MD.

International Reception

Monday | 5:30 - 7:30 pm | Sagamore Ballroom Foyer 

After a full day of discussion, learning, and organizing, international attendees are invited to relax and reconnect with colleagues from around the globe during the International Reception. This is your chance to continue building meaningful connections with international colleagues who share your passion for advancing otolaryngology care worldwide. No ticket required.

International Symposium

Additionally, there are over 30 International Symposium education sessions included in this year’s program. International Symposium sessions are scheduled throughout the conference and showcase cutting-edge content presented by international physicians. Each session provides a global perspective on popular topics in otolaryngology.

To view the session titles, visit the Annual Meeting Education Program, select “Education Sessions,” and filter by “International Physicians” as the Audience.