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Joseph Sataloff, MD

Arch Otolaryngol. 1970;92(2):105.

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The growing national interest in noise pollution and in preventing occupational hearing loss offers otolaryngologists a challenging opportunity to assume dynamic leadership resolving these issues. None is better qualified by training, dedication, and inclination to help achieve a quieter environment and prevent deafness. Unless we actively seek leadership in local, state, and federal efforts, these responsibilities will go by default to less competent and perhaps more biased persons.

Those otolaryngologists who feel the need for additional guidance and training in this endeavor can equip themselves by reading or by taking special courses such as are available at Colby College in Maine, at National Safety Council meetings, and in some instances by privately sponsored groups.

Wise leadership and active participation in such important public projects will enhance the image of our specialty and that of the medical profession in general. Furthermore, it will enable the American Council of Otolaryngology to achieve . . . [Full Text PDF of this Article]

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