43rd Annual Meeting of the Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Inc.

After attending this WVAO-HNS continuing medical education conference, participants should have a better understanding and working knowledge of the following issues and how they relate to improved patient outcomes: Become familiar with the Mohs Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC) and using to it select tumors that can be treated by Mohs Micrographic Surgery. Review the indications for surgical intervention in patients with non-allergic rhinitis, describe the available surgical techniques, and discuss expected outcomes, risks, and long-term management considerations. Describe the reaction that many patients have to alcoholic beverages, appreciate how these polyphenolic contents can explain the mechanism behind these reactions and enumerate therapies that may eliminate these reactions. Describe how AI can be applied to enhance diagnostic accuracy and surgical care in otolaryngology. Identify ways AI can improve efficiency in clinical documentation, research and communication within ENT practice. Review the indications of the use of cartilage in chronic ear disease. Summarize the role of research to expand the reach and utilization of health care delivery for rural populations.