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OTOLARYNGOLOGY - HEAD AND NECK SURGERY

THE GLOBAL OHNS INITIATIVE

Towards universal access to high-quality, safe, timely, and affordable care for those with conditions​ of the head and neck

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UPDATES

LANCET COMMISSION ON HEARING LOSS COLLABORATION

A new multi-country study—“Access to Ear and Hearing Care

Globally: A Survey of Stakeholder Perceptions”—has been

published in Otology & Neurotology.

 

Conducted in partnership with the Lancet Commission on Hearing Loss, this research highlights widespread barriers to ear and hearing care access, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, and outlines critical priorities for global policy action. 🌍


📖 Read the article

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FEATURED IN THE WORLD JOURNAL OF SURGERY

We’re honored to be spotlighted in a new commentary: “Building Bridges and Fostering Health Equity Through Research.”


Learn how the Global OHNS Initiative is driving change through global collaboration, inclusive research, and health systems strengthening in ENT care.

📣 Whether you're a student, clinician, researcher, or supporter—now is the perfect time to get involved.
📖 Read the article | 🤝 Join us | ❤️ Support our work

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BASELINING GLOBAL OHNS CARE

We’re excited to share three new open access studies that reinforce the urgent need for investment in surgical infrastructure and training worldwide.

🔹 Barriers to Care Survey – Identifies key obstacles patients and providers face in accessing timely OHNS surgical care globally. Read more

🔹 Essential Equipment Survey – Highlights critical disparities in access to OHNS surgical tools, especially in resource-constrained settings. Read more

🔹 Training & Service Delivery Survey – Examines the availability of OHNS specialty/subspecialty training and education resources worldwide. Read more

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WORKFORCE MAP

The Global OHNS Initiative's interactive map shows the ENT/OHNS workforce across the world. Click below please to learn more about the ENT/OHNS workforce in your country and region!

DONATE

The Global OHNS Initiative is accepting donations to support our mission to ensure everyone has access to top-notch care for head and neck cancer, hearing loss, facial trauma, and other health conditions. Your contribution is invaluable in fueling our work in research and advocacy

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Our work revolves around monthly virtual meetings held on the first Saturday of each month (1pm GMT), where we hear from experts in global health, review ongoing initiatives, and develop new research collaborations.

 

Interested in joining us?

If you are interested in learning more or joining the Initiative, please reach out to us via the "Contact Us" page.

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