NEW ISHLT Fellow Program Launching Next Week
Published 10 November 2025
The Fellow of the ISHLT (ISHLTF) is an honorary post-nominal designation recognizing dedicated ISHLT members and their contributions to the field, as well as their commitment and service to the Society.
Applications for ISHLTF will open on 17 November and close on 15 December. The first group of ISHLTFs will be inducted at the ISHLT Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions in Toronto next April.
The ISHLTF self-nominated application is open to all ISHLT members who meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Must be an ISHLT member for ≥ 5 years, actively engaged in the field.
- Must accumulate a minimum number of points within a four-part point qualification system:
- Core Qualifications
- Member Engagement
- Service to ISHLT
- Commitment to the Field
The point-based system is designed to provide clarity, flexibility, and accessibility for ISHLT members across different professional backgrounds and geographic regions.
- Must submit:
- Two letters of recommendation
- A CV, resume and/or publications bibliography
- A one-time application fee (based on economy and reduced for non-physicians). NOTE: The fee supports the ISHLT Foundation.
For additional questions about the ISHLTF program or application process, send an email to membership@ishlt.org.