American Head & Neck Society

Advancing Education, Research, and Quality of Care for the Head and Neck oncology patient.

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2023 Head and Neck Cancer Survivorship Symposium – October 7, 2023


Dear AHNS Members,

Please join us for our 4th Annual AHNS/HNCA Survivorship Symposium. This free educational program can be attended either in-person or virtually. The Survivorship Symposium will feature many leading head and neck cancer oncologists and supportive care experts as well as survivors sharing their personal journeys.

Sessions include:

  • Managing Head and Neck Cancer (HNC) Radiation Side Effects
  • Nutrition, Swallowing, and Feeding Tube Challenges
  • Dental Care and Oral Complications of Patients with HNC
  • Importance and Impact of Oncology Rehabilitation for HNC
  • Managing Stress During HNC Treatment and into Survivorship
  • Becoming a HNC Survivor Champion

The in-person Survivorship Symposium will be held in Indianapolis, at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Canal, IUPUI from 9 am – 4:30 pm.

Both the virtual and in-person are offered FREE to patients, survivors, caregivers, and medical professionals. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided.

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Endocrine Section: AHNS Endocrine Surgical Skills: How I do it – Part I- Webinar

This Course is Free for AHNS Members and $25 for nonmembers.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation containing information about joining the meeting.

The American Head & Neck Society (AHNS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide Continuing Medical Education for physicians. The AHNS designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.
Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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ARS/NASBS/AHNS – Sinonasal Cancer Collaborative Sinonasal Malignancy Virtual Tumor Board

ARS/NASBS/AHNS
Sinonasal Cancer Collaborative Sinonasal Malignancy Virtual Tumor Board
Session Focus: Tumors with Orbital Involvement
September 20, 2023 at 7:00 PM Eastern Time

Moderators:
Mathew Geltzeiler, MD (OHSU)
Garret Choby, MD (University of Pittsburgh)

Tumor Board Panelists:
S. Tonya Stefko, MD (University of Pittsburgh)
Ben Bleier, MD (Harvard)
Mindy Rabinowitz, MD (Jefferson University)
Shannon McDonald, MD (Mass General)
Shaan Raza, MD (MD Anderson)

 

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Register Now for the 2023 AHNS/AAO Head & Neck Surgery Symposium for Residents & Fellows

The American Head and Neck Society in conjunction with the American Academy of Otolaryngology will offer its annual head & neck surgery symposium for residents and fellows. This day-long symposium takes place on Saturday, September 30, 2023 prior to the opening of the AAO-HNSF Annual Meeting & OTO Expo taking place in Nashville, Tennessee.

Join us for a day of informative lectures on head and neck surgical procedures and treatments, presented by leading head and neck surgeons.

This an in-person event for residents and fellows.
Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Cost: $25

An RSVP is required – click the link below to register for the event.

Saturday, September 30, 2023
11:30am – 5:30pm (with reception to follow)
at the Omni Nashville Hotel
250 Rep. John Lewis S- Legends Ballroom E/F

 

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(AHNS) Dr. Eddie Méndez Fellowship Award is Now Open! Application Deadline September 30, 2023

Thanks to the very generous contributions of the American Head and Neck Society (AHNS) members and supporters, AHNS Research and Education Foundation, is pleased to announce the inaugural Dr. Eddie Mendez Fellowship Award.

The Dr. Eddie Mendez Fellowship awardee will receive $10,000 to gain exposure to head and neck oncologic research. The recipient is expected identify a research mentor, and together create a budget related to their proposed research. It is expected that a portion of the budget be used for travel expenses to the AHNS annual meeting. The remaining funds may be used at the discretion of the recipient and mentor.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Completion of at least M2 year prior to fellowship year (June 2024
  • Identify as an underrepresented in the scientific workforce based on January 2021 definitions, including:
  • individuals from racial/ethnic groups: African American/Black, Hispanic/Latin Origin, Asian Pacific Islander, American Indian
  • Individuals who are first generation college graduate
  • Copy of your CV

2 Letters of Recommendation:

  • Letter of Recommendation from your chosen research mentor
  • Letter of Recommendation from Medical School Dean’s stating in good standing, and approval for 1 year gap during medical school to undertake this research fellowship.
  • Students must be in good standing at an accredited US medical school, or US school (see eligibility criteria)

Personal Statement:
Goals of research experience, how this fellowship experience will impact the applicant’s career trajectory, why this particular research subject and/or lab is of interest for the applicant and what he/she/they plan to gain from the opportunity (skills/knowledge) Please include in the personal statement your underrepresented minority status

Research Proposal:
The applicant is expected to work with their mentor to help shape the research proposal. Applicants may select a mentor of their choosing. In addition, mentors who have expressed an interest in providing an excellent research experience in head and neck cancer can be found here.

All types of research are welcome, including but not limited to basic science, computational, and clinical based research. The proposed project should be briefly described, however the applicant is not expected to prepare a scientific proposal. (Not to exceed 3 pages)

  • This will necessitate the applicant identifying a potential mentor(s). Thestudent will need to speak to the mentor to determine the feasibility of the“match.” The student will need to determine if the research project and opportunity with the mentor is sufficient to sustain a 1-year fellowship.

Research Expectations:

  • Awardees are expected to submit an abstract for oral presentation at the AHNS annual meeting at COSM. Recipients who are unable to prepare an abstract for COSM must notify the AHNS office.
  • The AHNS Dr. Eddie Méndez Fellowship in Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery awardee will have the opportunity to present their research during the AHNS Awards Ceremony which takes place during COSM 2025 April 9-13, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana.
  • Any published manuscript supported by the AHNS Dr. Eddie Méndez Fellowship in Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery award should cite the AHNS Research & Education Foundation as a funding source.

Share this fellowship with medical students, Deans, Directors, program coordinators

Medical Students Apply Here!

Application Deadline September 30, 2023

Mentors Apply Here (AHNS Members Only)!

We hope you can participate in this fellowship award!