ISHLT/STS to Host Joint Lung Transplant Symposium at STS 2026
Published 30 October 2025
The International Society for Heart & Lung Transplantation (ISHLT) will host a joint Lung Tranplant Symposium with the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) at the 62nd STS Annual Meeting on 29 January, 2026 in New Orleans, LA USA.
This landmark collaboration between two leading societies will bring together expert faculty and attendees from across the globe for critical conversations about the latest in lung transplantation. The event is open to all registrants of the STS Annual Meeting, but in recognition of the event’s unique nature, STS is offering a one-day pass for those who wish to attend the symposium only.
About the Symposium
- Latest in lung transplantation—from selection to long-term management
- Live debates and case-based panels with global experts
- Intraoperative considerations and frequently encountered challenges during surgery
- CME credits available
Who Should Attend
- Thoracic surgeons, transplant pulmonologists, anesthesiologists, intensivists
- Advanced practice providers, transplant coordinators, perfusionists, and allied health professionals
- Fellows and trainees

