Bell’s Palsy Update – AAO-HNSF Clinical Practice Guideline

Monday, October 19, 2026

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT

Location: 502A

Moderator(s)

Gregory J. Basura, MD, PhD

Professor
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Panelist(s)

Michael J. Brenner, MD

Associate Professor
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI, United States
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G. Nina N. Lu, MD

Associate Professor
University of Washington
Seattle, Washington, United States
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Yu-Lan Mary Ying, MD

Professor
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Millburn, NJ, United States
Heather A. Edwards, MD

Associate Professor
Boston University
Boston, MA, United States

Disclosure(s):

Heather A. Edwards, MD:

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

Attendees can expect a comprehensive review of the updated Bell’s palsy CPG, including key changes from the 2013 guideline. A multidisciplinary panel will present diverse perspectives and guide the audience through case-based examples that demonstrate evidence-based diagnostic and management workflows for Bell’s palsy.

Learning Objectives:

Apply evidence-based strategies for appropriate patient follow-up to address long-term sequelae and evaluate new or worsening symptoms not indicative of Bell’s palsy.
Identify opportunities for quality improvement to optimize patient care, promote safe and effective therapy, reduce unjustified or ineffective interventions, and minimize the risk of harm.
Use shared decision-making strategies to educate patients and families about Bell’s palsy management, prognosis, and follow-up care.