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TNAOI

About us

The Tamilnadu Association of Otolaryngologists of India (TNAOI) is a distinguished state chapter operating under the parent body, the Association of Otolaryngologists of India (AOI). TNAOI represents ENT specialists across Tamil Nadu and is committed to the advancement of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery through education, research, and excellence in clinical practice.

As an active chapter of AOI, TNAOI plays a vital role in contributing to the national vision by organizing state-level conferences, hands-on workshops, CME programs, and academic activities that keep members updated with the latest medical and surgical advancements.

The association also serves as a platform for collaboration among professionals, fostering mentorship, encouraging young practitioners, and promoting ethical standards in medical practice. Community outreach and public health awareness on ENT-related issues are integral to our mission.

With strong roots in Tamil Nadu and alignment with the objectives of AOI, TNAOI continues to be a dynamic and respected voice in the ENT medical community, dedicated to improving patient outcomes and supporting professional growth.

Our History and Milestones

The journey of TNAOI is marked by its successful annual conferences, each reflecting the progress and dedication of the association:

TNAOI1997 (Yercaud): 1st Inaugural conference setting the tone for excellence in collaborative knowledge-sharing was held at Yercaud.
TNAOI1998 (): 2th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on.
TNAOI1999 (): 3th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on.
TNAOI2000 (): 4th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on.
TNAOI2001 (): 5th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on.
TNAOI2002 (): 6th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on.
TNAOI2003 (): 7th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on.
TNAOI2004 (): 8th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on.
TNAOI2005 (): 9th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on.
TNAOI2006 (): 10th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on
TNAOI2007 (): 11th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on
TNAOI2008 (): 12th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on
TNAOI2009 (): 13th State ENT conference organised by AOI, Chennai chapter held on 9th - 11th October 2009 at Hotel Savera, Chennai combined with 5th Southzone AOI
TNAOI2011 (Chennai): 14th State ENT conference organised by AOI, Chennai chapter, A milestone event combined with All India AOI Annual Conference.
TNAOI2012 (): 15th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on
TNAOI2013 (): 16th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on
TNAOI2014 (): 17th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on
TNAOI2015 (): 18th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on
TNAOI2016 (): 19th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on
TNAOI2017 (): 20th State ENT conference organised by AOI, chapter held on
TNAOI2018 (Courtallam): 21st State ENT conference organised by AOI, Tirunelveli chapter held on 31st August - 2nd September 2018
TNAOI2019 (): 22nd State ENT conference organised by AOI, Hosur chapter held on
TNAOI2020 ():
TNAOI2021 (Rameswaram): 23rd State ENT conference organised by AOI, Ramanathapuram chapter held on 10th - 12th December 2021 at Hotel Green Royale Hotels & Resorts, Uchipuli, Ramanathapuram
TNAOI2022 (Kodaikanal): 24th State ENT conference organised by AOI, Dindigul chapter held on 19th - 21st August 2022 at Hotel Kodai International, Kodaikanal
TNAOI2023 (Coimbatore): 25th State ENT conference organised by AOI, Coimabatore chapter held on 6th - 8th October 2023 at PSG Medical College, Coimbatore combined with 18th Southzone AOI
TNAOI2024 (Tiruchirapalli): 26th State ENT conference organised by AOI, Trichy chapter held on 16th - 18th August 2024 at Hotel Marriott, Tiruchirapalli
TNAOI2025 (Puducherry): 27th State ENT conference organised by AOI, Puducherry, Cuddalore & Villupuram chapter will be held on 22nd - 24th August 2025 at Hotel Ocean Spray, Pondicherry

Current office bearers

The present office bearers of IASSA comprises of distinguished professionals dedicated to advancing the field of sleep apnoea surgery:

President : Prof. Dhinakaran, Madurai
Secretary : Prof. M. N. Shankar, Chennai
Treasurer : Prof. S. Raghu Nandan, Chennai