Air Force AFSC · Medical
45NX Otolaryngologist: Head and Neck Surgeon
Overview
An otolaryngologist and head and neck surgeon examines, diagnoses, and treats injuries and disorders of the ear, nose, and throat. The surgeon uses medical and surgical procedures and technology to help Airmen and their families recover from these conditions.
Core Skills
- clinical assessment and diagnosis
- surgical planning and execution
- use of medical imaging and diagnostic systems
- electronic health record documentation
- interdisciplinary team collaboration
- patient communication and education
- risk assessment and mitigation
- quality assurance and compliance
- training and mentoring
- time-critical decision making
Civilian Career Paths
- Physician
- Surgery
- Emergency Medicine
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Medical License (MD/DO)
- BLS
Career Growth
- American Board of Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS) Certification
- ACLS
Also Common
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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