Events

Vaccination in Thoracic Transplant Populations: Clinical, Ethical, and Global Perspectives

This webinar will explore the complex challenges of vaccinating thoracic transplant candidates and recipients, with a special focus on pediatric patients and vaccine hesitancy.

The Protocol Paradox: Are We Treating Guidelines or Patients?

This webinar explores how personalized medicine is reshaping practice across MCS, transplant and pulmonary hypertension.

Four Strategies for Carrying Out a DCD Lung Transplantation

Donation after circulatory death (DCD) has emerged in recent years as a promising alternative to traditional organ donation and is being used with increasing frequency. This webinar will explore various approaches to DCD donation and lung transplantation.

From Guidelines to Bedside: ISHLT’s Take on VA ECMO in Lung Transplant

With presentations focusing on the newly released ISHLT Consensus Statement for extracorporeal life support (ECLS) in lung transplantation, this session will explore key recommendations and best practices for the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative management of ECLS, offering critical insights for clinicians involved in the care of lung transplant patients.

Multi-Disciplinary Approach for Diagnosis of Antibody Mediated Rejection (AMR) in Lung Transplant Recipients – A Guide

A case presentation of antibody mediated rejection (AMR) in a lung transplant recipient, in which the multi-disciplinary approach is illustrated by the contribution of each expert, highlighting the specific nuances of each discipline.

NRP at the Heart of DCD: Challenges and Opportunities

This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of emerging practices, outcomes, and ethical considerations surrounding the use of normothermic regional perfusion (NRP) in donation after circulatory death (DCD) heart transplantation.

The Basics of Fontan Failure in the Adult Patient: Understanding the Plumbing, Progression and Potential for Advanced Therapies

This session includes expert discussion of the physiology of the Fontan circulation, signs and symptoms of circulation failure as well as options for advanced therapies including organ transplantation.

Navigating the Complexities of Lung Transplantation in Connective Tissue Disease–Associated ILD

This webinar will explore the evolving landscape of CTD-ILD transplantation, highlighting advances in patient selection, surgical considerations, and post-transplant management.

STS/ISHLT Lung Transplant Symposium

STS/ISHLT Joint Lung Symposium This landmark collaboration between two leading societies will bring together a world-class faculty and attendees from across the globe for critical conversations about the latest in lung transplantation.

On the Edge: Managing the Critically Ill Patient with Pulmonary Vascular Disease

Managing critically ill patients with pulmonary vascular disease requires rapid recognition of right ventricular failure, precise hemodynamic management, and careful selection of rescue therapies. This webinar will focus on practical approaches to stabilization in the ICU, including optimal use of vasopressors, mechanical ventilation strategies, and timely initiation of mechanical circulatory support as well as transitioning to long-term management.

Next-Generation LVADs and TAHs: Innovations in Heart Assist and Replacement Therapy

This webinar will focus on updates from the ongoing trials with new durable assist devices and TAHs.

Saving the Gift: Critical Challenges after Heart Transplant

Presented by ISHLT and AST
This webinar will explore critical challenges in post-heart transplant care, from early primary graft dysfunction (PGD) to acute and chronic rejection.

Manejo de avanzada en Insuficiencia Cardíaca

The ISHLT has endorsed the Manejo de avanzada en Insuficiencia Cardíaca (Advanced Management in Heart Failure) on 23 February, 2026. The workshop will be conducted in Spanish.

Cutting Edge of Transplantation (CEoT) 2026

Join the American Society of Transplantation (AST) at CEoT 2026, a three-day meeting dedicated to advancing transplantation science, clinical practice, and patient outcomes.

2026 ISHLT Infectious Disease/Pharmacy Academy: From Pathogens to Pharmacokinetics - Optimizing Outcomes in Thoracic Transplant

This comprehensive course is for transplant clinicians, pharmacists, and specialists on care teams treating infectious diseases in heart and lung transplant patients. The session will feature discussions on immunologic complications in transplant, optimizing therapies, evaluating infectious risk, vaccines, peri-transplant prophylaxis, and molecular diagnostics.

2026 ISHLT/ACTION/PHTS Advanced Cardiac Therapies in Congenital Heart Disease and Pediatrics Master Academy

An immersive one-day workshop on lifelong management of patients with congenital heart disease that is for any member of the patient care team. The session will explore evidence-informed strategies, MSC modalities, best practices for evaluation and long term management, and discussions on equitable, patient-centered care.

2026 ISHLT Trainee Workshop

Presented by the ISHLT Foundation with support from Natera
At this interactive event, those wrapping up their training in advanced heart and lung failure will learn skills for getting started with a job in transplant or research, with global perspectives from those at different phases of their career.

2026 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.

2026 Cardiogenic Shock Academy: Real World Applications

This NEW highly interactive course will explore the real world applications and management of cardiogenic shock including interactive discussions and simulations that inspire practical takeaways.

46th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions

Metro Toronto Convention Centre