American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy Explorers Course Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology 2026 Only PDF, No Videos

1. Overview
The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy Explorers Course: Surgical & Medical Management of Airway Disease in Otolaryngology provides a deep dive into complex airway conditions. This program covers the airway microbiome, environmental and climate impacts on allergies, immunodeficiency, recalcitrant sinusitis, and the intersection of sinus diseases with migraines and autoimmune disorders.
Course Date: 2026
2. Learning Objectives

Evaluate the role of the microbiome in airway health and understand the impact of various therapies on its balance.

Assess how environmental extremes, climate changes, and air quality influence allergic and inflammatory airway diseases.

Differentiate between true sinus disease, migraines, and autoimmune disorders presenting with upper airway symptoms.

Formulate appropriate medical and surgical management strategies for recalcitrant sinusitis and frontal sinus disease.

Integrate nontraditional therapies, natural remedies, and nutraceuticals safely into clinical allergy and asthma management.

3. Target Audience

Best for otolaryngologists and allergists who want updates on the microbiome, environmental impacts, and recalcitrant airway disease management.

4. Topics

Air Quality and Pollen Monitors – Accuracy & Clinical Implications

An Immunodeficiency Primer – Basics of the Mechanisms Contributing to Sinus and Airway Disease

Approaches to Treating Migraine and Non-Sinus -Sinus- Headaches

Autoimmune Disorders Manifesting in the Upper Airway

Beyond Avoidance – Nontraditional Therapies for Food Allergy

Case Wrap-up- Why Does Wine Make Me Feel -Off— Toxicity, Allergy, or Intolerance-

Common Causes of Microbiome Derangement

Endocrine Influences on Allergy – Menopause

Endocrine Influences on Allergy – Puberty

Essential Components of Autoimmune Workup

Essential Components of Immunodeficiency Workup

Frontal Sinus Disease – In-Office Pearls

Frontal Sinus Disease – OR Pearls

Healthy Sinuses – Biomes

Heat, Drought, Fire and Inflammatory Airway Disease

Immunotherapy’s Impact on Airway Microbiome

Impact of Precipitation, Hurricanes, and Flooding on Allergies and Airway

Microbiome Assessment – Cultures and Beyond

Nutraceuticals, Probiotics, and Other Supplements for Inhalant Allergies and Asthma

Ocular Complaints – When is it Allergy-

Overview of Environmental Extremes & their Impact on Allergic and Inflammatory Airway Disease

Panel – Challenging Recalcitrant Cases

Recalcitrant Sinus Cases – Immunodeficiency or Autoimmune Disorder-

Role of Topical Antibiotics in Acute, Chronic, and Recalcitrant Sinusitis

Safety & Surgical Considerations of Natural Remedies

Sinus Manifestations of Migraine

Special Populations of Exposures – Farmers, Veterans, and More!

The Microbiome and Allergies

Welcome and Course Overview

What’s the Deal with PM-

Worst Questions…and Best Answers- Allergy Immunotherapy

Worst Questions…and Best Answers- Pediatric Allergy

Worst Questions…and Best Answers- Recalcitrant Sinusitis

Worst Questions…and Best Answers- Your -Sinus- Issues are Not Coming from Your Sinuses