title: Competence in the field of aging within otorhinolaryngology and head-neck nursing.
abstract: ORL-Head and Neck Nursing proudly announces the launch of its new journal department, entitled "Gero-ORL." This guest editorial, written by the new Department's Editor, and two past presidents of SOHN, presents the history of SOHN's agenda on aging, provides the background and rationale for the Gero-ORL Department, and solicits manuscripts.
authors.forename: Sarah H
authors.initials: SH
authors.lastname: Kagan
authors.forename: Helene J
authors.initials: HJ
authors.lastname: Krouse
authors.forename: Ann P
authors.initials: AP
authors.lastname: Luther
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000375:Aging; D002983:Clinical Competence / Q000592:standards*; D005851:Geriatric Nursing / Q000193:education / Q000592:standards; D006258:Head and Neck Neoplasms / Q000451:nursing; D006801:Humans; D024802:Nurse's Role; D010036:Otolaryngology / Q000193:education / Q000592:standards*; D010038:Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases / Q000451:nursing; D013041:Specialties, Nursing / Q000193:education / Q000592:standards*