AI is accelerating insurance claim denials in otolaryngology, causing increased administrative burdens and patient care delays, with physicians responding by developing and using AI tools to improve documentation and appeals.


AI is accelerating insurance claim denials in otolaryngology, causing increased administrative burdens and patient care delays, with physicians responding by developing and using AI tools to improve documentation and appeals.

Dr. Holt discusses the ethical obligation of otolaryngologists to promptly report diagnostic test results to patients to alleviate anxiety and maintain trust.

Universal newborn screening identifies more children with cCMV, but exclusion of these children from daycare is unsupported by evidence, exacerbates inequities, and is ineffective in reducing transmission.

Private equity investment in otolaryngology practices offers growth capital, operational support, and liquidity opportunities for physicians while introducing complex financial, legal, and governance considerations that require careful evaluation and alignment.

The Triological Society recognized and celebrated ENT surgeons at COSM 2026 in Orlando, Fla.

Recent advances in OSA treatments offer ENT surgeons expanded options and improved patient care through medical, surgical, and diagnostic innovations. These developments emphasize personalized and multimodal approaches to managing this common and underdiagnosed condition.

Benefits abound with newer software and devices

Small connections, borrowed ideas, and conviction played their part in Dr. Rebecca Howell’s journey to becoming a larnygologist.

Dr. Wei shares her thoughts on fellowship interviews, letters that move her, 2026 COSM, and the future we are growing.
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Learn about the relatively new role of otolaryngology hospitalists, from the evolution and models, to benefits and challenges.