Overview and Objectives

The course is designed to provide updates in information concerning Otitis Media. Topics related to diagnosis and prevention along with new research developments will be addressed. Since the last symposium and research conference, there has been a wealth of new information concerning Otitis Media requiring critical review and discussion. Some of the areas to be updated are epidemiology, physiology, anatomy, pathology, microbiology, molecular biology, diagnosis and screening, treatment, prevention (including the development of new vaccines), complications and sequelae, and new technology. In addition, the impact of managed care, published guidelines on treatment and management, and resistant bacterial organisms will be discussed. At the close of the program, participants should be able to:

• Summarize state-of-the-art knowledge regarding Otitis Media

• Analyze the scientific rationale and gain a better comprehension of the pathogenic mechanisms, diagnosis, prevention, and management of Otitis Media

• Identify new research opportunities and delineate future research directions and priorities

Who Should Attend