Welcome to the European Academy of Phoniatrics (EAP)

The European Academy of Phoniatrics (EAP) serves as the academic and educational engine for the Union of the European Phoniatricians (UEP). Since its founding in 2013, it has moved from a foundational vision to a structured organization focused on standardizing the specialty across Europe.

The EAP acts as the bridge between national medical practices and a unified European standard, ensuring that as the field of Phoniatrics evolves, the quality of patient care remains consistently high across the continent.

The EAP's primary pillars and upcoming initiatives include:

1. Standardization of Medical Excellence

The EAP is central to establishing European quality standards for medical training. By aligning with the UEMS (European Union of Medical Specialists) in Brussels, they ensure that Phoniatrics is recognized and practiced with a consistent level of rigor across borders.

2. The European Board Examination (EBE Phoniatrics)

A major milestone is the establishment of the European Board Examination for Phoniatrics.

• Structure: Held annually.
• Affiliation: Conducted under the umbrella of the EBE ORL-HNS (Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery).
• Goal: To provide a formal, high-level certification that validates a specialist's expertise on an international scale.

3. Educational Programs & Accreditation

Working with the EACCME committee, the EAP organizes specific training courses tailored to the UEMS-accredited phoniatric logbook.

• Stepwise Learning: Courses are designed to be progressive, covering the full spectrum of the field (voice, speech, language, hearing, and swallowing disorders).
• Target Audience: Physicians seeking specialized phoniatric training or continuing education.

4. Future Initiatives: Fellowship & Networking

To bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical mastery, the EAP is developing:

• International Observer Programs: Allowing specialists to visit and learn from top-tier European centers.
• Fellowship Programs: Providing intensive, hands-on training at highly qualified institutions.
• Multidisciplinary Networking: Strengthening ties with related professional groups to ensure holistic patient care.

ao.Univ.Prof. Dr. Berit Schneider-Stickler
President, European Academy of Phoniatrics (EAP)
Vienna, Austria