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June 2024 Journal Watch Explores Topics in Pulmonology24 June 2024
The June 2024 Journal Watch explores topics in Pulmonology, including three studies on CLAD and one on transient and persistent donor-specific antibodies in LTX.
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Board of Directors Nominations Due 5 July21 June 2024
The ISHLT Governance Nominating Committee invites ISHLT members to submit nominations to serve on the ISHLT Board of Directors. Review the Call for Nominations and consider submitting a nomination packet for one of three open Director positions. Must be logged in as an ISHLT member to view this story.
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ISHLT Endorses 16th International Congress on Lung Transplantation20 June 2024
ISHLT leadership is proud to endorse the 16th International Congress on Lung Transplantation, which will be held 12-13 September, 2024 in Paris at the Union Internationale des Chemins de Fer. The event is organized by local and international experts in lung transplantation, and preferred registration fees are available through 15 July.
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New ISHLT Document on Strategies to Prevent and Manage Hemocompatibility Related Adverse Events in MCS Patients14 June 2024
A new ISHLT Document, An ISHLT Consensus Statement on Strategies to Prevent and Manage Hemocompatibility Related Adverse Events in Patients with a Durable, Continuous-Flow Ventricular Assist Device, has been published in JHLT and is available to read online!
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Lung Transplant Leader Greg Snell Honored by ISHLT Foundation12 June 2024
On 13 Aprilat the closing General Session at the ISHLT 44th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions in Prague, the ISHLT Foundation announced Greg Snell, MD, PhD from Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, VIC Australia as the 2024 recipient of the Francis D. Pagani, MD Endowed Mentorship Award.
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WATCH NOW: 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award Lecture7 June 2024
The 2024 ISHLT Lifetime Achievement Award Lecture from 2024 recipient, Lori J. West, MD, DPhil, is now available online. Watch the video to learn more about Dr. West’s achievements and contributions to the field of pediatric transplantation. Dr. West reflects on her involvement with ISHLT and the importance of the Society’s mission.
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Aortic Root Thrombosis in HeartMate 3 LVADs; A "Sex Paradox" in PAH5 June 2024
The June episode of JHLT: The Podcast explores two studies, one aortic root thrombosis in patients with a HeartMate 3 LVAD, and another on the perceived "sex paradox" in PAH patients.
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ISHLT2025 Symposium Proposal Submission Site Now Open4 June 2024
The submission site for ISHLT2025 Symposia Proposals is now open! Submit proposals for 75-minute symposia to the ISHLT 45th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions, to be held 27-30 April, 2025 in Boston, MA USA.
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Now Accepting Applications: Research Grants on DCD Organ Preservation and EVLP30 May 2024
ISHLT is accepting applications for two Research Grants covering topics related to the use of hypothermic preservation of organs for donation after circulatory death (DCD) heart transplantation and the development of acellular Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion (EVLP) technologies.
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The Best of Early Career Research on May Journal Watch27 May 2024
Early career researchers present their own work and insights, with a focus on each of the 10 ISHLT Professional Communities.
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New ISHLT Document on Ethical Considerations in Xenotransplantation22 May 2024
A new ISHLT Document, Ethical Considerations in Xenotransplantation of Thoracic Organs – A Call for a Debate on Value Based Decisions, has been published in JHLT and is available to read online! Developed by the ISHLT Ethics Committee, this document highlights ethical considerations regarding heart and lung xenotransplantation, with an emphasis on unresolved value-based concerns in the field.
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Transplantation: An Interconnected Community Virtual Conference Presented by ISHLT and ITNS17 May 2024
This October, ISHLT will present a joint one-day virtual conference with the International Transplant Nurses Society, Transplantation: An Interconnected Community. Register now to attend.
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WATCH NOW: ISHLT2024 President’s Remarks17 May 2024
The ISHLT President’s Remarks from 2023-2024 ISHLT President Jason D. Christie, MD, MS at the Opening General Session during ISHLT2024 is now available online.
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ISHLT Endorses the 5th INSHLT Annual Conference16 May 2024
The ISHLT has endorsed the Indian Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (INSHLT) 2024 Annual Conference, taking place 18-20 October, 2024 in Ahmedabad, India.
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ISHLT2025 Call for Symposium Proposals16 May 2024
After the success of the ISHLT 44th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions in Prague, ISHLT invites members to begin developing content for the ISHLT 45th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions to be held 27-30 April, 2024, in Boston, MA USA.
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Look Back at ISHLT202415 May 2024
Look back on the ISHLT’s gathering in Prague with an online photo gallery from ISHLT2024. View and download photos online now.
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May JHLT: The Podcast Explores Race and Gender Disparities in HepC+ Hearts and Lungs, Plus how Metabolomic Profiling During NRP Before HTX9 May 2024
The May episode of JHLT: The Podcast explores two studies, one on racial and gender disparities in hep C+ hearts and lungs, and the other on metabolomic profiling during NRP before heart transplantation—and its correlation to markers of allograft injury.
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Early Career Stories Featuring Wiebke Sommer, MD8 May 2024
Wiebke Sommer, MD, a cardiac surgeon at the University of Heidelberg in Germany is featured in this installment of Early Career Stories. Learn about what intrigues her about cardiothoracic surgery, how she pursued her career, the importance of mentorship, and how the Society keeps her connected to a global community.
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Webinar de ISHLT en Español: Actualizaciones de los temas más polémicos en Trasplante pulmonar7 May 2024
ISHLT en Español llevará a cabo un webinar sobre los temas más polémicos en trasplante pulmonary el 14 de junio próximo. El evento es totalmente gratuito y todos son bienvenidos a participar.
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Evaluate Excellence: Call for ISHLT2025 Symposium Proposal Reviewers6 May 2024
As the ISHLT gears up for another exciting year of groundbreaking symposia, you can play a pivotal role in evaluating the quality and diversity of the ISHLT2025 program. Your expertise and insights are crucial, and the Program Planning Committee is seeking a robust reviewer pool that reflects the varied perspectives within the ISHLT community. If you’re interested in getting involved, apply to serve as an ISHLT2025 Symposium Proposal Reviewer by Friday, 17 May.