Results of a recent study found that female otolaryngologists had a decreased diversity of practice, had lower productivity, and received fewer Medicare payments than their male peers.
FDA Requires Naloxone Discussion to Be Part of Opioid Labeling, Prescribing
Opioid use following otolaryngology surgical procedures has received increased interest, with many studies recommending shorter-term prescriptions for opioids to avoid dependence on the drugs. In response to a continuing opioid crisis in the United States, the FDA announced on July 23 that it will require that labeling for opioid pain medicine and medicine to treat […]
Adding Smell Tests May Enhance COVID-19 Detection Practices
Alongside fever checks for COVID-19, physician practices may want to institute smell tests. Data from a new study show that patients who were diagnosed as COVID-19 positive were 27 times more likely than others to have lost their sense of smell but only 2.6 times more likely to have fever or chills. The study, “Augmented […]
Otolaryngologist Re-elected as AMA House Speaker
The American Medical Association (AMA) introduced the 21 members of its Board of Trustees for the coming year following elections held on June 7 during the special meeting of the AMA House of Delegates. Otolaryngologist Bruce A. Scott, MD, was elected for the second year to the position of speaker of the house. Prior to […]
Triological Society Statement: Inclusion, Diversity, Justice
The Triological Society has released a statement supporting inclusion, diversity, and commitment to justice and respect: During the past few months, our country has gone through challenging times experiencing a pandemic that we, as physicians, as well as other healthcare professionals, have devoted our full attention and energy to combat. We have performed admirably, and […]
Medical Surveillance Accounts for Excess Thyroid Cancers in Post-9/11 Firefighters
Increased rates of thyroid cancer among World Trade Center (WTC)-exposed firefighters and emergency medical service personnel who participated in rescue/recovery efforts after 9/11 are likely due to medical surveillance rather than an actual increase in disease. This is the conclusion of a recently published study in JAMA Internal Medicine (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/2764101) in which investigators found excess […]
AAO-HNS Updates Guidance on Ménière’s Disease Diagnosis, Treatment
Clinicians who see patients with symptoms and signs of Meniere’s disease now have new guidance to improve diagnosis and treatment of the disease. In April 2020, the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) published “Clinical Practice Guideline: Ménière’s Disease,” which offers all providers who manage patients with this disease 16 key action statements […]
AMA Offers Reopening Guide, Free Resident Materials During COVID-19 Pandemic
In response to cautious states reopening and resident needs during the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Medical Association (AMA) has released new informational and educational resources without charge. The new Physician Practice Guide to Reopening provides step-by-step support and guidance for physicians planning to reopen their medical practices to help ensure the health and safety of […]
Anosmia Linked to Milder Form of COVID-19
It has by now been widely reported that anosmia is a symptom of COVID-19—the CDC just added new loss of sense of smell to its list of known COVID-19 symptoms in its guidelines. Otolaryngology research has taken that knowledge a step further with a new study out of the University of California, San […]
How to Talk to Patients About COVID-19
*Editor’s Note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity. As the numbers of people infected and dying from COVID-19 grow, so do fear and apprehension about what lies ahead. Clear, effective communication to help patients navigate this unknown territory is critical. Dr. Alexander Chiu, ENTtoday’s physician editor, recently highlighted this in a commentary […]
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