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0875_CPMC_California Pacific Advances in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Advances in the Specialty Symposium_Live
Description:
This two-day symposium is designed for otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, residents, medical students, plastics surgeons, dermatologists, and primary care physicians interested in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery (OHNS). The core faculty from Sutter California Pacific Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery along with other Sutter OHNS physicians and a strong collection of internationally renowned lecturers from across various sub-specialties will offer expertise over a spectrum of important topics. Advances in evidence, technology, techniques, and medical management occur quickly in the subspecialties of our field including facial plastics and reconstructive surgery, laryngology, voice and swallow therapy, otology, neurotology, audiology, sialendoscopy, rhinology, sinus surgery, anterior and lateral skull base surgery, obstructive sleep apnea management, and head and neck oncologic and head and neck endocrine surgery. It is important to stay regularly updated! The goal of this academic symposium is to provide clinicians, trainees, and students, with a robust and interesting overview of current practices across the spectrum of adult OHNS with discussion of best practices, guidelines, important publications, new and evolving innovations, and salient social issues related to practice and work-life balance. We will provide an outstanding and exciting educational and social opportunity in the beautiful setting of the Fairmont hotel, San Francisco, and the Bay Area.
Target Audience
Physicians (MD or DO)
Physician Assistant (PA)
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Other Healthcare Professionals
Students of Health Professions
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this learning activity, participants should be able to:
- Understand the key indications and outcomes related to cochlear implants
- Describe the technique for repairing septal perforations
- Review and utilize the Completeness of Surgery Index (CoSI) for endoscopic sinus surgery
- Recognize key distinguishing sonographic features between different types of neck masses
- Explain various facial reconstruction techniques for skin cancer defects
- Update of hypoglossal nerve stimulation and the use of GLP-1 agonists for obstructive sleep apnea
- Integrate voice therapy for specific laryngeal conditions
- Analyze and interpret the results of recent head and neck oncology trials
- Increase awareness of the role of artificial intelligence in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery
- Understand the current treatments for unilateral vocal cord paralysis
- Appreciate the various techniques for sialendoscopic-assisted salivary duct surgery
- Review the current management of oropharynx carcinoma
- Summarize cholesteatoma management
Program: California Pacific Advances in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Advances in the Specialty Symposium
Friday, September 18, 2026
8:30 AM – Welcome
- William Ryan, MD
8:35–9:35 AM – Morning Session
- Sometimes Less Is More for Head and Neck Cancers – William Ryan, MD
- Cochlear Implant Indications and Updates – Nicholas Dewyer, MD
- Finding One’s Voice: Multidisciplinary Gender‑Affirming Voice Care – Katherine Yung, MD
- Questions
9:40–10:05 AM – Rapid‑Fire Presentations (6 minutes each)
- Aesthetic and Functional Approaches to Facial Reconstruction – Gaelen Stanford‑Moore, MD, MPhil
- Beyond the Flap: Judgment in Oral Cavity Reconstruction – Patrick Carpenter, MD
- Septal Perforation Repair – Neil Patel, MD
- Questions
10:10 AM – Break
10:30–11:30 AM – Mid‑Morning Session
- Completeness of Surgery Index (CoSI) for Endoscopic Sinus Surgery – James Palmer, MD
- Make It Stop! A Commonsense Approach to Chronic Cough – Ted Mau, MD, PhD
- Introduction to Preservation Rhinoplasty – Myriam Loyo Li, MD
- Questions
11:35 AM – Rapid‑Fire Presentations (6 minutes each)
- Shared Decision Making and Difficult Conversations – Zoe Fullerton, MD, MBE
- Modified Barium Swallow – Lois Chen, SLP
- Clinician‑Performed Ultrasound for Neck Masses – Trina Sheedy, PA‑C
- Questions
12:05 PM – Lunch
1:30–2:50 PM – Afternoon Session
- MOHS Reconstruction: Tips and Tricks – Michael Fritz, MD
- Surgical Management of HPV⁺ Oropharynx Carcinoma – Jeremy Richmon, MD
- Cholesteatoma: Tips and Tricks – Kevin Peng, MD
- Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for Obstructive Sleep Apnea – M. Boyd Gillespie, MD
- Questions
2:55 PM – Break
3:15–3:40 PM – Rapid‑Fire Presentations (6 minutes each)
- Evaluating Vocal Issues in Performing Artists – Kristen Bond, SLP
- Evolution of Remote Access Thyroid Surgery – Jeremy Richmon, MD
- Trivector Gracilis “Unzipping” Technique – Neil Patel, MD
- Questions
3:45–5:15 PM – Late Afternoon Session
- Updates in Head and Neck Oncology Clinical Trials – Zoe Fullerton, MD, MBE
- Bell’s Palsy and Updates in Management of Chronic Synkinesis – Gaelen Stanford‑Moore, MD, MPhil
- Panel: Everyday Challenges in Otology
Moderator: Nicholas Dewyer, MD
Panelists: Kevin Peng, MD; Ruwan Kiringoda, MD; Seth Pross, MD; Jeff Sharon, MD - Questions
- Adjourn
Saturday, September 19, 2026
8:30 AM – Welcome Back
- Katherine Yung, MD
8:35–9:35 AM – Morning Session
- Pharmacologic Treatment of Vestibular Migraine – Kevin Peng, MD
- GLP‑1 Agonists and Obstructive Sleep Apnea – M. Boyd Gillespie, MD
- Free Flap Reconstruction in Conflict Settings: Lessons from Ukraine – Patrick Carpenter, MD
- Questions
9:40–10:05 AM – Rapid‑Fire Presentations (6 minutes each)
- Approach to the Caudal Septum – Gaelen Stanford‑Moore, MD, MPhil
- Nasal Tip Refinement with Tension Techniques – Myriam Loyo Li, MD
- Total Nasal Reconstruction – Michael Fritz, MD
- Questions
10:10 AM – Break
10:30–11:30 AM – Mid‑Morning Session
- Updates in Chronic Rhinosinusitis Endotyping – Neil Patel, MD
- Overview of Surgical Options for Obstructive Sleep Apnea – Zoe Fullerton, MD, MBE
- No Burp, No Relief: Treating Retrograde Cricopharyngeal Dysfunction – Sean Wang, MD
- Questions
11:35 AM – Rapid‑Fire Presentations (6 minutes each)
- Managing Recurrent Benign Vocal Fold Lesions – Ted Mau, MD
- Beyond the Scope: Diagnostic Limitations of Laryngoscopy in Reflux – Nicholas Valdez, SLP
- The Throat Remembers: Addressing Trauma in the Voice – Wynde Vastine, CCC‑SLP
- Questions
12:05 PM – Lunch
1:30–2:55 PM – Afternoon Session
- Work‑Up of Neck Masses – Jeremy Richmon, MD
- Designing a Surgical Career: Finding Meaning and Avoiding Burnout – Myriam Loyo Li, MD
- Questions
- Mid‑Face Reconstruction – Michael Fritz, MD
- Artificial Intelligence in Otolaryngology – Ruwan Kiringoda, MD
- Questions
3:00 PM – Break
3:20–4:30 PM – Late Afternoon Session
- Contemporary Management of Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis – Ted Mau, MD
- Have We Replaced Judgment with Imaging for Hyperparathyroidism? – Patrick Carpenter, MD
- Questions
- Management Updates for Osteoradionecrosis – Neil Patel, MD
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery vs Biologics: Why CoSI Matters – James Palmer, MD
- Questions
4:35 PM – Rapid‑Fire Presentations (6 minutes each)
- Sialendoscopic‑Assisted Salivary Duct Surgery: A Video Tour – William Ryan, MD
- Epiglottic Obstruction in Obstructive Sleep Apnea – M. Boyd Gillespie, MD
- Social Media for the Otolaryngologist – Gaelen Stanford‑Moore, MD, MPhil
- Questions
- Adjourn
Located atop Nob Hill, the Fairmont offers stunning panoramic views of the city and bay. Its central location places attendees within minutes of iconic San Francisco landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Ferry Building, and union Square.
Please follow this link for reservation at the Fairmont Hotel [LINK].
Accreditation
In support of improving patient care, Sutter Health, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Designation Statement
Sutter Health designates this LIVE activity for a maximum of 13.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, 13.25 ABOHNS MOC credit for physicians, 13.25 ABS MOC credit for physicians. Learners should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Note to Other Disciplines: Non-Physician Participation Credit (AKA - AMA PRA Category 1 Credits HOURS™) Continuing Medical Education is acceptable for meeting the continuing education requirements for Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Psychologists, Registered Nurses, and Respiratory Care Practitioners. For other disciplines, please check with the regulatory board for your discipline to confirm what type of credits meet the continuing education requirements. Continuing education hours for nurses accredited by ANCC, via Joint Accreditation.
Available Credit
- 13.25 ABOHNS MOC
American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS)
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn their required annual part II self-assessment credit in the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery’s Continuing Certification program (formerly known as MOC). It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of recognizing participation.
- 13.25 ABS MOC
American Board of Surgery (ABS)
Successful completion of this CME activity, [which includes participation in the evaluation component], enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME [and Self-Assessment] requirement(s) of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.
- 13.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Physician Credit
Sutter Health designates this Live activity for a maximum of 13.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 13.25 Non-Physician Participation Credit
Sutter Health designates this Live activity for a maximum of 13.25 Non-Physician Participation Credit. Non-Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits HOURS™ Continuing Medical Education is acceptable for meeting the continuing education requirements for Pharmacists, Physician Assistants, Psychologists, Registered Nurses, and Respiratory Care Practitioners. For other disciplines, please check with the regulatory board for your discipline to confirm what type of credits meet the continuing education requirements. Continuing education hours for nurses accredited by ANCC, via Joint Accreditation.
- 13.25 IPCE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 13.25 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.
Price
Thank you for your interest in California Pacific Advances in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Advances in the Specialty Symposium
Fairmont, San Francisco
September 18-19, 2026
Registration Information
Please register for a two-day program featuring lectures, panel discussions, and interactive sessions led by nationally recognized guest faculty and the Sutter California Pacific Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery Department Clinicians.
Conference Fees
| Registration Type | Price |
|---|---|
Sutter Health Clinicians and Sutter Independent Please use coupon code: SUTTERPASS | $450 |
| Outside Sutter Health Clinicians | $600 |
Refund Policy
Course registration cancellations initiated by the registrant 21 days or more prior to September 18, 2026 are eligible for a full refund.
Refunds will be issued in the same form of payment used at the time of registration.
Questions?
Please contact Sabrina Reis for any questions regarding the symposium @ [email protected]
Please contact Cristi Ocampo for any questions regarding the ACE portal @ [email protected]