ASOHNS News

Congratulations to Professor Kelvin Kong AM who will deliver the 2026 Wang Gungwu Lecture this evening

Keynote speaker, Professor Kelvin Kong AM, a Worimi man of Malaysian-Chinese heritage is recognised as Australia's first Indigenous surgeon. He is a Paediatric & Adult Otorhinolaryngology (ENT), Head & Neck Surgeon and leading advocate for health equity. 

This annual lecture celebrates the substantial and longstanding contributions of Australia’s diverse Chinese communities to Australian life. 

The lecture is named after the pre-eminent scholar on China and Chinese diaspora communities around the world, Professor Wang Gungwu AO CBE. He was Director of the Research School of Pacific and Asian Studies at the ANU from 1975 to 1980, President of the Australian Academy of Humanities from 1980 to 1983, Chair of the Australia-China Council from 1984 to 1986, Vice Chancellor of the University of Hong Kong from 1986 to 1995, and is an ANU Professor Emeritus.  It is held in partnership with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC).

The event is being held at the Great Hall, Parliament House, Canberra and will be recorded and broadcasted by the ABC. 

Broadcast details coming soon!

ASM 2026 Program is NOW live!

ASM Convener Dr Daniel McCormick and Scientific Convener Dr Sor Way Chan are pleased to release the final program for the meeting. Please click here to view!

Standard Registrations for ASOHNS ASM 2026 are still open!

Standard Registration is Valid through to Friday 20 February 2026. For registration information please click here

International Scholarship for OHNS Surgical Education 2026

APPLICATIONS FOR 2026 ARE NOW OPEN

The Australian Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery is pleased to invite applications for the ASOHNS International Scholarship for Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Surgical Education for 2026.

This scholarship, up to the amount of $12,000, will provide otolaryngology, head and neck surgeons from developing countries in the Asia Pacific region with the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational opportunities for faculty development and enhancement that will result in acquisition of new knowledge and skills in surgical education and training.

For more information visit the International Scholarship for OHNS Surgical Education 2026 page - click here

Living Guidelines for Adult Cochlear Implantation

The Australia and New Zealand living guidelines for adult CI were launched on 30 September 2025.

https://hhc.anz.adulthearing.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ANZ-HHC-Living-Guidelines-for-Adults-V1.pdf

2025 King's Birthday Honours

ASOHNS congratulates Dr Peter Chapman on his acknowledgement in the King's Birthday Honours.

Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division

Dr Edward Peter Chapman, ACT

For service to medicine in Otorhinolaryngology.

John James Foundation, Canberra

• Volunteer ENT Specialist, ENT Surgical Missions, National Referral Hospital, Solomon Islands, 2015.

• Volunteer ENT Specialist, Indigenous Outreach Program, Katherine Hospital, Northern Territory,

2008 and 2011-2013.

The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons

• Member, New South Wales Regional Training Committee, 2003-2015.

• Member, College of Examiners, Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, 2003-2011.

• Surgical Supervisor, Canberra Hospital, 12 years.

• Fellow, 1984.

Australian Society of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery

• Representative, Panel of Clinical Experts for Otolaryngology and Cochlear Implants, Department of

Health and Ageing, early 2000s.

• Member, since 1985.

Canberra Hospital, ACT Government

• Director, Ear, Nose and Throat (Otorhinolaryngology) Unit, 2014-2017.

• Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon, 1993-2018.

Health

• Cochlear Implant Specialist, Canberra ENT, 2010s.

• Former Specialist, Cochlear Implant Service, Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children.

• Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon, Orange, 1985-1993

Best wishes

The RACS Fellowship Clinical/Viva examinations will be held in Brisbane 31 May – 1 June 2025.

The Fellowship exam is a summative assessment taken at the end of specialist/specialty training. Years of study and training are examined to ensure future ENT consultants are of the highest standard.

To the OHNS candidates sitting the Clinical /Viva component of the Fellowship Examinations this week, members extend their best wishes and acknowledge the dedication and work you have invested in your preparation.

Trust in your efforts.

ASM 2025

On behalf of ASOHNS , it is my pleasure to iwelcome you to the 75th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Australian Society of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery to be held at the iconic International Convention Centre, Sydney from Friday March 28th to Sunday, March 30th, 2025.
Under the leadership of Megan Hobson as Convener and Julia Crawford as Scientific Convener, the organising committee have prepared a dynamic program that will feature renowned local and international experts sharing invaluable insights and advancements in otolaryngology, head, and neck surgery. 
The 75th ASOHNS Annual Scientific Meeting promises to be a highlight of the otolaryngology year, providing opportunities for education, networking, and camaraderie.  f

Congratulations

Congratulations to Professor Ray Sacks on his election as RACS’ next Vice President.

His leadership alongside Professor Owen Ung as President will undoubtedly contribute to the advancement of the College.

Only one more week left for Early Bird registration

Only one more week until Early Bird Registrations close!

Register before 11:59pm AEST, Tuesday 28 January 2025 to confirm the discounted registration rate.

To register CLICK HERE