Our Mission
The International Society for Heart & Lung Transplantation (ISHLT) unites a global, multidisciplinary community to advance research, education, and innovation in the care of patients with advanced heart and lung disease. Through collaboration, advocacy, and the development of best practices, we work to improve outcomes and shape the future of care worldwide.
Latest News
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23 February 2026Trending Cardiothoracic Transplant Research Topics on ISHLT Journal Watch
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20 February 2026New ISHLT Document on Clinical Cardiac Xenotransplantation
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20 February 2026Fortnite Experience Brings Pediatric Heart Transplant Journey to a Global Youth Audience
ISHLT now has an online store where you can purchase merch! Visit the ISHLT Store and check out the featured products, incljuding special ISHLT2024 items.
Shop the ISHLT StoreUpcoming Events
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2 to 4 March, 20262026 Technology and Heart Failure Therapeutics Conference
The 2026 Technology and Heart Failure Therapeutics Conference is your premier destination for pioneering data and comprehensive updates on heart failure therapies. The event will take place 2-4 March at the Omni Boston Hotel at the the Seaport in Boston, MA USA.Boston, MA, USA -
11 March, 2026 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. EDTConsideraciones Médicas, Quirúrgicas, y Anestésicas en el Trasplante para Hipertensión Pulmonar Arterial
Este webinar tiene como propósito discutir la evaluación de trasplante para pacientes con hipertensión pulmonar, incluyendo la decisión de proceder con trasplante pulmonar o de corazón y pulmón, la selección de pacientes, la optimización hemodinámica preoperatoria, la técnica quirúrgica, retos anestésicos, y resultados a largo plazo -
21 April, 2026 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EDT2026 ISHLT Thoracic Recovery Course - Hands-On Experience
Supported by TransMedics
This comprehensive, hands-on training course is designed for cardiothoracic surgery trainees interested in a unique experience. Combining expert-led lectures and hands-on practical training performing thoracic organ retrieval from both DBD and DCD models, the program will enhance participants’ proficiency in donor organ recovery, ex-situ preservation, and transplantation decision-making.University of Health Network (UHN): Temetry Advanced Surgical & Simulation Centre and UHN ARC, Toronto, ON Canada
ISHLTconnect is an online discussion platform open to anyone involved in the management and treatment of advanced heart and lung disease, transplantation, mechanical circulatory support, and pulmonary vascular disease. Members get complete access to all interdisciplinary discussion groups, while nonmembers can explore ten Professional Community boards.
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