Pediatric In-Office Ear Tubes: Breakthrough Innovation or Passing Fad?

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM EDT

Location: Wabash Ballroom 3

Disclosure(s):

Kelvin M. Kwong, MD:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

Charles A. Elmaraghy, MD:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

Nathan C. Page, MD:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

Gene C. Liu, MD, MMM, FACS, FAAP:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Pediatric in-office ear tube procedures under local anesthesia have gained traction in recent years. This session brings together a diverse panel of experts, including skeptics of the technique, advocates of traditional methods, and those utilizing cutting-edge devices. Join us to explore the latest literature, weigh the pros and cons of each approach, and engage in a lively discussion. Gain valuable insights, practical tips, and early lessons from our expert panelists.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 1: Review the most up-to-date literature

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 2: Understand the pros and cons of each approach

OUTCOME OBJECTIVE 3: Learn practical procedural tips

BACKGROUND STATEMENT: Awake Tubes in Pediatric Patients has increased in adoption in recent years, facilitated by FDA approval of multiple novel devices. Parents and pediatricians are increasingly interested in this option - with or without novel devices. CMS just approved a new G code, recognizing the importance.

Comprehensive Otolaryngology Track Statement :

Moderator(s)

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Kelvin M. Kwong, MD

Associate Professor, Division Chief of Pediatric Otolaryngology
Department of Head and Neck Surgery & Communication Sciences, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ, United States

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faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

Panelist(s)

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Charles A. Elmaraghy, MD

Chief of Department
Nationwide Children's Hospital
New Albany, Ohio, United States

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faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.
Nathan C. Page, MD

Pediatric Otolaryngologist
Phoenix Children's Hospital
Phoenix, AZ, United States

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Gene C. Liu, MD, MMM, FACS, FAAP

Director, Division of Otolaryngology
Cedars-Sinai
Los Angeles, CA, United States

Disclosure(s):
faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.