36th Annual Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Alumni Day Symposium: Updates in Neurotology

Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 7:00 AM - 1:30 PM, Rock Spring Golf Club, West Orange, NJ

Advances in neurotology are rapidly transforming the diagnosis and management of disorders affecting hearing, balance, and the lateral skull base. From expanded candidacy for cochlear implantation to innovations in minimally invasive and endoscopic ear surgery, clinicians are expected to integrate evolving evidence and technologies into practice while managing increasingly complex patient presentations. However, variability persists in diagnostic approaches, timely referral for advanced interventions, and coordination of multidisciplinary care.

Updates in Neurotology is a comprehensive, case-based educational program designed to equip otolaryngologists, advanced practice providers, and nurses with the latest evidence, clinical strategies, and procedural insights in neurotologic care. This activity will address key gaps in the evaluation and management of hearing loss, vestibular disorders, tinnitus, and skull base pathology, with a focus on improving diagnostic accuracy, optimizing patient selection for implantable hearing technologies, and enhancing adoption of advanced surgical techniques.

Through interactive discussions, expert-led sessions, and real-world case studies, participants will gain practical tools to improve clinical decision-making, strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, and deliver patient-centered care aligned with current guidelines and emerging best practices. By translating cutting-edge research into actionable strategies, this program aims to improve outcomes and quality of life for patients with complex neurotologic conditions.

Activity Director

Kevin Wong, MD
Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ

Planning Committee

Soly Baredes, MD, Professor and Chair, Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ
Robert W. Jyung, MD, Associate Professor Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Director, Division of Otology/Neurotology, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ
Kevin Wong, MD, Assistant Professor Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ
Narine Azoyan, APN, Nurse Practitioner, Ambulatory Care Center, University Hospital, Newark, NJ

1. Apply evidence-based diagnostic algorithms incorporating audiologic, vestibular, and imaging modalities to evaluate patients with neurotologic symptoms.
2. Evaluate candidacy and outcomes for cochlear implants, bone conduction devices, and emerging hearing technologies in diverse patient populations
3. Integrate advanced surgical techniques, including endoscopic and minimally invasive approaches, into clinical practice where appropriate.
4. Develop multidisciplinary management plans for patients with complex neurotologic conditions, including vestibular schwannoma and autoimmune inner ear disease.
5. Differentiate and manage vestibular disorders using current evidence-based strategies to improve patient-reported outcomes.
6. Incorporate emerging technologies and innovations, including virtual and simulation tools, into clinical practice and education

Symposium Fees
$120 - Physician
$60 - Other Healthcare Professional
$60 - Rutgers Health/RWJBarnabas Health/University Hospital (Newark) Faculty/Staff
No Charge - Resident/Fellow/Student (with letter) *

Recreational Activity Fee
$112 - Golf and Cart

*Registration must be accompanied by program director’s letter confirming resident/fellow/student status. Please upload your letter when registering or email letter to [email protected].

Symposium fee includes breakfast, refreshment breaks, lunch and continuing education credits. Registration will only be accepted through our secure online website through June 21, 2026. Registration will not be confirmed until payment is received.  If payment is not received in time for the activity, Rutgers reserves the right to cancel the registration.

Pre-registration is recommended. On-site registration will be accommodated on a space available basis

Confirmation
Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email. As the activity date approaches, you will receive additional information to assist you with your plans to participate in the activity.

Cancellation/Refund
A full refund, less a $25 cancellation fee, will be granted if notice is received no later than June 23, 2026. Refunds will not be issued for any cancellation received after June 23, 2026 and cannot be given for no shows. To cancel, please contact CCOE by email at [email protected].

For additional information, questions or concerns or if you require special arrangements to attend this activity, please contact Victoria General by telephone at 973-972-4588 or by email at [email protected].

Rutgers reserves the right to modify program content, faculty and program activities. It also reserves the right to cancel the activity if necessary. If the activity is cancelled, liability is limited to the registration/activities fees.

In support of improving patient care, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Physicians: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses: This activity is awarded 4.25 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should only claim those contact hours actually spent participating in the activity.

Physician Associates: NCCPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME.

Method of Participation
In order to meet the learning objectives and receive continuing education credit, participants are expected to check in at the registration desk, attend the program and complete the online evaluation the conclusion of the activity. A CE certificate will be emailed to participants upon completion of the online evaluation. 

Course Material
In an effort to provide the most complete materials to attendees and conserve resources, PDF versions of the lecture slides will be made available online to registered attendees. Additional information will be provided in future confirmation communication.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (4.25 hours), ANCC Contact Hours (4.25 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (4.25 hours)

The Rock Spring Golf Club
90 Rock Spring Rd
West Orange, NJ 07052
https://rockspringgolf.com/

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Daniel J. Lee, MD, Ansin Foundation Chair in Otolaryngology, Associate Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Samuel R. Barber, MD, Surgical Neurotologist, Department of ENT and Skull Base Surgery, Barrow Neurological Institute, Phoenix, AZ

Robert W. Jyung, MD, Associate, Director of Otology/Neurotology, Department Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ

Vivek V. Kanumuri, MD, Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL

Vivian F. Kaul, MD, Assistant Professor, Chief of Otology and Neurotology, Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, UT Health Houston McGowern Medical School, Houston, TX

Zachary G. Schwam, MD, Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY

Kevin Wong, MD, Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ

Yu-Lan Mary Ying, MD, Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

The relevant financial relationships of all individuals who affect the content of continuing education activities and any discussion of off-label/investigational uses will be disclosed to the audience at the time of the activity.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

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Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery