ISHLT 46^th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions

Wednesday, 22 April – Saturday, 25 April, 2026
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Toronto, ON Canada

Registration for ISHLT2026 and 2026 Preconference Day is now open

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Registration for the ISHLT 46^th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions and Preconference Day activities is now open! Take advantage of early bird pricing for the best rates and join your international peers in Toronto from 22–25 April.

The final scientific program and Online Program Viewer are also now available! Check out the details for all of the newly added abstract sessions and symposia. Filter the content by core therapy or practice area to see content relevant to your area of expertise.

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Schedule at a Glance

Plan your schedule now to make sure you don't miss any of the exciting science or networking opportunities available to attendees of ISHLT2026. The Schedule at a Glance is your overview of everything happening onsite in Toronto, 22-25 April.

Monday, 20 April

4:00 – 7:00 p.m

Registration Open

Tuesday, 21 April

7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m

Registration Open

8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Exhibit Hall / Exhibitor Set Up

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m

ISHLT Advanced Cardiac Therapies in Congenital Heart Disease and Pediatrics Masters Academy

ISHLT Cardiogenic Shock Academy: Real World Applications

ISHLT Infectious Disease/Pharmacy Academy: From Pathogens to Pharmacokinetics: ID and Pharmacy Optimizing Outcomes in Thoracic Transplant

ISHLT Thoracic Recovery Course – Hands On Experience

ISHLT Trainees Workshop
Presented by the ISHLT Foundation with support from Natera

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Early Career & Trainee Welcome Reception

Wednesday, 22 April

6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Registration Open

7:00 – 7:45 a.m.

First Time Attendee Orientation Breakfast

8:00 – 9:30 a.m.

General Session I

9:30 – 7:00 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Open
Poster Session 01 Open

9:30 – 10:00 a.m.

Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall

10:00 – 11:15 a.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Lunch Break

11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Industry Symposia and Special Sessions

1:15 – 2:30 p.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

2:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall

3:00 – 4:15 p.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

4:30 – 5:45 p.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Welcome Reception with Exhibitors and Poster Presenters

Poster Session 01 with Presenters

7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Early Career Mentor Meetup

Thursday, 23 April

7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Registration Open

8:00 – 9:15 a.m

Symposia / Oral Sessions

9:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Open
Poster Session 02 Open

9:15 – 9:45 a.m.

Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall

9:45 – 11:15 a.m.

General Session II

11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Lunch Break

11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Industry Symposia and Special Sessions

1:15 – 2:30 p.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

2:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall

3:00 – 4:15 p.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Mini Oral Sessions

Reception with Exhibitors and Poster Presenters

Poster Session 02 with Presenters

5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Professional Community Receptions

Friday, 24 April

7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Registration Open

8:15 – 9:00 a.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Poster Session 03 Open

9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Open

9:30 – 10:00 a.m.

Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall

10:00 – 11:15 a.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Lunch Break

11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Industry Symposia and Special Sessions

1:15 – 2:30 p.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

2:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall

3:00 – 4:15 p.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

3:15 – 8:00 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Dismantle

4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Mini Oral Sessions

Poster Session 03 with Presenters

5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Professional Community Receptions

Saturday, 25 April

7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Registration Open

8:00 – 9:15 a.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

9:30 – 11:00 a.m.

General Session III

11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

12:45 – 2:00 p.m.

Symposia / Oral Sessions

All times are in US Eastern Time

Announcements

19 January 2026

ISHLT2026 Preconference Day: Immersive Learning with Academies

Experience immersive learning by registering for one of the ISHLT Academies taking place on Tuesday, 21 April in Toronto, just before ISHLT2026.

Academy Advanced Heart Failure & Transplantation Cardiogenic Shock Education Infectious Diseases ISHLT2026 Mechanical Circulatory Support News Pediatrics Pharmacy

15 January 2026

Browse the Final Program for ISHLT2026

The final scientific program for ISHLT2026 is now available. Explore abstract sessions (Oral, Mini Oral, and Posters) and abstract titles. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Toronto.

Advanced Heart Failure & Transplantation Advanced Lung Failure & Transplantation Annual Meeting Education ISHLT2026 Mechanical Circulatory Support News Pulmonary Vascular Disease (PAH & CTEPH)

26 December 2025

Early Career Professionals Needed as Roving Reporters at ISHLT2026

Apply to be an ISHLT2026 Roving Reporter and share your perspective with thousands of attendees while expanding your professional reach. Apply by Friday, 16 January

Advanced Heart Failure & Transplantation Advanced Lung Failure & Transplantation Annual Meeting Early Career ISHLT2026 Mechanical Circulatory Support News Pulmonary Vascular Disease (PAH & CTEPH) Volunteer Opportunities