The purpose of a peer support program is to allow AHNS members confidential access to another head and neck surgeon to discuss personal or professional challenges. The Peer Supporters listed below have undergone training to help colleagues address issues such as adverse clinical events, negative professional interactions, major life events, and burnout.
Please submit the AHNS peer support program referral form to be contacted by a peer supporter.
AHNS Peer Supporters
Amy Y. Chen, MD, MPH, FACS
Emory University
C. Alessandra Colaianni, MD, MPhil
Oregon Health And Science University
Laura Dooley, MD
University of Missouri
Kiran Kakarala, MD
University of Kansas
Alexander Langerman, MD, MS
Vanderbilt University
Andrew Shuman, MD
University of Michigan
Disclaimer: The AHNS Peer Support program does not offer mental health, medical or legal advice. We are strongly committed to maintaining a participant’s confidentiality, however an exception arises when a participant discloses risk of harming themselves or others. If such a disclosure is made, then the AHNS peer counselor is required to advise the appropriate authorities. We encourage those who are struggling to engage mental health resources such as the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988) or emergency medical services.