The International Pediatric Transplant Association stands in solidarity with our colleagues, transplant patients and their families, and the people of Ukraine, and are ready to support the Ukrainian transplant community in this tragic time.

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About IPTA

The International Pediatric Transplant Association (IPTA) is a professional organization of individuals in the field of pediatric transplantation. The purpose of the Association is to advance the science and practice of pediatric transplantation worldwide in order to improve the health of all children who require such treatment. The Association is dedicated to promoting technical and scientific advances in pediatric transplantation and to advocating for the rights of all children who need transplantation.

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Scholarships for Young Investigator / Trainees and Allied Health Professionals / Outreach Program / Fellows Symposium / Biennial Congress. You may also make an unrestricted donation which will be used to help IPTA to promote the advancement of the science and practice of transplantation in children worldwide and to serve as a unified voice for the special needs of pediatric transplant recipients.

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Organ-Specific Communities - Upcoming Call: May 27th

IPTA has established organ-specific Communities forums (Liver, Thoracic and Kidney) providing our members an opportunity to contribute and enrich IPTA's activities. Organ-specific Communities are envisioned to spearhead guideline development, foster discussions on organ allocation, and delve into various specific other subjects.

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Are You Interested in Joining an IPTA Committee?

Active members of the IPTA are integral in continuing to further our mission of advancing the science and practice of pediatric transplantation worldwide in order to improve the health of all children who require such treatment. Our committees are responsible for setting and working towards yearly goals and objectives that will positively contribute to knowledge sharing amongst our peers practicing in the field of pediatric transplantation. Committee members are appointed by the IPTA Council and are invited to serve 2-year terms effective September 2025.

Visit the Member Area to join a committee today! Submission Deadline: July 15, 2025.

Applications Now Open!

Submission Deadline: July 31, 2025

The aim of the Outreach Program is to contribute to new pediatric transplant center development, but also to help existing centers seeking to expand their activity, or improve quality of transplant services.

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Become a Mentor Today!

The IPTA Outreach Committee welcomes hearing from those who are interested in becoming mentors for the Outreach Fellowship or being the key liaison for a supporting centre as part of the Outreach Program.

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IPTA Newsletter

"We are now in the six-month home stretch for IPTA 2025 in Berlin! Much of the program is finalized, featuring fantastic speakers who have accepted our invitations. Now, it's your turn to contribute—submit your best research abstracts!"

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Child Organ Allocation Advocacy: An International Initiative

The International Pediatric Transplant Association (IPTA) is dedicated to advocating for equitable access to life-saving transplants for children worldwide. Despite advancements in transplant medicine, disparities in organ allocation persist, with pediatric waitlist mortality remaining a critical challenge. Addressing this issue requires a global effort to understand current practices and identify areas for improvement.

The IPTA International Advocacy Group has developed a survey to gather insights on pediatric liver transplant allocation policies and programs worldwide. We have made organ-specific surveys. Your input is vital in helping us map the current landscape and advance strategies that can save more young lives. Please see the links to the surveys below.

We encourage you to complete the survey specific to your specialty within the next two weeks. Your participation will directly contribute to shaping the future of pediatric transplant care. The results will be presented at the IPTA World Congress in 2025, where they will serve as a foundation for discussion, collaboration, and impactful change.

Please answer the survey that applies to your area of expertise.

Thank you for supporting this critical initiative and helping us build a brighter future for children who need transplants!

Pediatric Renal Transplant Allocation Policies Survey

Pediatric Liver Transplant Allocation Policies Survey

Pediatric Heart Transplant Allocation Policies Survey

AHP Member Spotlight

Carolyn Marshall
Music Therapist: MMT, RP, MTA

Jessika Welch
Art Therapist: DTATI, RP

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Question Bank - Pediatric Transplant - December 2024

Want to stay up to date on transplantation? Want to test your knowledge? Here’s your chance! Our latest round of questions are focused on cardiac transplant.

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Mentoring Program

IPTA promotes involvement of all of its members, especially those in their early career or those who work in places where publication is not considered a priority in the scientific community. For this purpose, a mentoring program has been developed. Hereby, early career researchers can access research projects improving their publication yield.

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