Organization for Research in Otolaryngology & Related Surgical Specialties
About Us
Our
Purpose
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Who We Are & Why We Exist
The mission of the Organization for Research in Otolaryngology (ORO) is to bridge the gap between faculty seeking reliable research collaborators and motivated trainees seeking meaningful opportunities by operating a national platform that facilitates mentorship, active projects, and high-quality scholarly output.
What We Do
15
Institutions Represented
20+
Open Projects
75+
Research Contributors
5
Countries Represented
What ORO Provides
What sets ORO Apart?
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Vetted trainees with faculty-led publishable research projects
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Cross-institutional collaboration across medical schools and academic centers
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Structured research meetings and faculty moderated journal clubs
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Longitudinal mentorship, authorship, and career development
ORO
A National, Year-Round Research Organization
The Organization for Research in Otolaryngology & Related Surgical Specialties (ORO) operates year-round as a national, nonprofit research network. Our members collaborate virtually across academic centers throughout the United States and even internationally, allowing participation regardless of institutional affiliation.
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ORO is designed to function continuously, with active projects, mentorship and collaboration occurring throughout the year.
Why ORO?
Opportunities for high-quality surgical research are often constrained by institutional access, informal networks, and geographic proximity. ORO was created to remove these barriers by connecting motivated trainees with faculty-led, publishable research through a structured, team-based model focused on accountability and execution.