Welcome to the SPAO-HNS Website!
SPAO-HNS is the official specialty organization for PAs in ENT and is recognized by both the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) and the American Academy of Otolaryngology / Head & Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNS/F).
The goal of SPAO-HNS is to promote the growth and development of PAs in the ENT field. This non-profit organization was founded in 1991 and is operated exclusively for the educational and scientific benefit of its members.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 1:15pm ET
Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 11:00am ET
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 5:00pm ET
Recent News & Announcements
Join UCSF Department of Otolaryngology September 18-20, 2025 Take a deep dive into the current practice of otolaryngology and head and...
Posted by Nicole McAllister
The SPAO Spring Vanguard has arrived. Included in this issue are: Reflections on Clinical Practice Middle Ear Myoclonus: the Thumping,...
Posted by Nicole McAllister
Workforce Survey Cover Thank you to all of our members who responded to our 2024 Work/ Benefits Survey. This annual survey is provided as...
Job Opportunities
Pacific Neuroscience Institute is seeking a full-time physician assistant or nurse practitioner...
SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - South Position Overview: Assesses, diagnoses, plans...
On-Demand CE Activities
Differential diagnosis for neck masses in children and adults.
Work-up and approach to neck masses.
Work-up for squamous cell carcinoma in the neck with an unknown primary.
Offers 1.0 CME credit
Available until June 1, 2026
Facial assessment.
Skin care.
Injectables.
Surgeries.
Offers 1.0 CME credit
Available until June 1, 2026