(Press-News.org) October 14, 2025, Indianapolis, Indiana—Gene Brown, MD, RPh, became the President of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and its Foundation (AAO-HNS/F) on October 14. He was elected by members of the AAO-HNS and will serve a one-year term leading the Academy's nearly 13,000 members who specialize in the treatment of the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck.
"Healthcare is changing rapidly and I'm honored to use this platform to keep our specialty’s focus on what matters most—supporting our members in their practices every day to provide quality patient care,” said Dr. Brown, who is the CEO of Charleston ENT & Allergy in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
Prior to assuming this leadership role, Dr. Brown has demonstrated a commitment to advancing the field of otolaryngology through both state and national initiatives. He was instrumental in the launch of the AAO-HNS Otolaryngology Private Practice Section (OPPS), which created a forum for members in private practice to have a voice and a means to connect with each other on common clinical and business of medicine issues.
"I've seen how important it is for physicians to work together to ensure patients receive the highest quality care while meeting the diverse needs of our communities," Dr. Brown explained. "As the practice of medicine continues to evolve, our collective strength lies in our commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care."
Dr. Brown is a distinguished otolaryngologist who has practiced in Mount Pleasant for 25 years. Under his leadership, Charleston ENT & Allergy has grown from a single office to 17 locations across the Lowcountry.
Dr. Brown earned his bachelor of science in pharmacy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his medical degree from East Carolina University's Brody School of Medicine. He completed his specialized training in otolaryngology at the Medical University of South Carolina.
About the AAO-HNS/F
AAO-HNS, with approximately 13,000 members, is one of the world's largest organizations representing specialists who treat the ears, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. Otolaryngologist–head and neck surgeons diagnose and treat medical disorders that are among the most common affecting patients of all ages in the United States and around the world. The AAO-HNS Foundation works to advance the art, science, and ethical practice of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery through education, research, and lifelong learning. Visit the Academy's website at www.entnet.org for more information.
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Gene Brown, MD, RPh, announced as President of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and its Foundation
2025-10-14
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