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About IPTA

The International Pediatric Transplant Association (IPTA) is a professional organization of individuals in the field of pediatric transplantation. The purpose of the Association is to advance the science and practice of pediatric transplantation worldwide in order to improve the health of all children who require such treatment. The Association is dedicated to promoting technical and scientific advances in pediatric transplantation and to advocating for the rights of all children who need transplantation.

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Scholarships for Young Investigator / Trainees and Allied Health Professionals / Outreach Program / Fellows Symposium / Biennial Congress. You may also make an unrestricted donation which will be used to help IPTA to promote the advancement of the science and practice of transplantation in children worldwide and to serve as a unified voice for the special needs of pediatric transplant recipients.

Upcoming IPTA Communities Calls

IPTA has established organ-specific Communities forums (Liver, Thoracic and Kidney) providing our members an opportunity to contribute and enrich IPTA's activities. Organ-specific Communities are envisioned to spearhead guideline development, foster discussions on organ allocation, and delve into various specific other subjects. Visit the Communities page for details on our upcoming calls. (must be logged in to view)

The next calls will be Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 12:00 EST (Kidney Community); and Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 13:30pm EST (Liver Community).


Mentoring Program

IPTA promotes involvement of all of its members, especially those in their early career or those who work in places where publication is not considered a priority in the scientific community. For this purpose, a mentoring program has been developed. Hereby, early career researchers can access research projects improving their publication yield.

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IPTA 2025 Award Winners


    TTS IPTA TID Position Statement on Vaccines in Transplant Recipients

    The Transplantation Society (TTS), The International Pediatric Transplant Association (IPTA) and the Transplant Infectious Diseases (TID) section reaffirms our strong support for the role of vaccines in protecting the health and survival of organ transplant candidates and recipients.

    Child Organ Allocation Advocacy: An International Initiative

    The International Pediatric Transplant Association (IPTA) is dedicated to advocating for equitable access to life-saving transplants for children worldwide. Despite advancements in transplant medicine, disparities in organ allocation persist, with pediatric waitlist mortality remaining a critical challenge. Addressing this issue requires a global effort to understand current practices and identify areas for improvement.

    The IPTA International Advocacy Group has developed a survey to gather insights on pediatric liver transplant allocation policies and programs worldwide. We have made organ-specific surveys. Your input is vital in helping us map the current landscape and advance strategies that can save more young lives. Please see the links to the surveys below.

    We encourage you to complete the survey specific to your specialty within the next two weeks. Your participation will directly contribute to shaping the future of pediatric transplant care. The results will be presented at the IPTA World Congress in 2025, where they will serve as a foundation for discussion, collaboration, and impactful change.

    Please answer the survey that applies to your area of expertise.

    Thank you for supporting this critical initiative and helping us build a brighter future for children who need transplants!


    Your Opinions Matter!

    Please see the IPTA Position Statement on Pediatric Priority, and please feel free to share your views.


    December 2025 -
    SMARTER Initiative

    We're pleased to share that the SMARTER Initiative has curated a series of enriching programs for this month's focus on pediatric cardiology transplantation!

    Want to stay up to date on transplantation? Want to test your knowledge? Here’s your chance! Our latest round of questions are focused on pediatric cardiology transplantation.

    IPTA and the Outreach Committee are excited to announce the winning pairs of the Outreach Program awards!

    Dr. Shams Ud Din

    Gambat Institute of Medical Sciences
    Gambat, Pakistan

    Dr. Mureo Kasahara

    National Centre for Child Health and Development
    Tokyo, Japan

    Dr. Sthefanny Vega Centeno

    National Hospital Edgardo Rebagliati Martins
    Lima, Peru

    Dr. Francisco Hernandez Oliveros

    La Paz University Hospita
    Madrid, Spain

    The IPTA Outreach Committee is delighted to announce the winners of its 2025 Outreach Fellowship!

    Dr. Veronica Sahuanay
    Brena Children’s Health Institute
    Lima, Peru

    Mentored by:
    Dr. Miriam Cortes Cerisuelo
    Kings College Hospital
    London, UK

    Dr. Julia Minetto
    Garrahan Pediatric Hospital
    Buenos Aires, Argentina

    Mentored by:
    Dr. Francisco Hernandez Oliveros
    La Paz University Hospita
    Madrid, Spain

    Dr. Nadira Sultana
    Bangladesh Medical University
    Dhaka, Bangladesh

    Mentored by:
    Dr. Anshuman Saha
    IKDRC-ITS
    Ahmedabad, India

    Become a Mentor Today!

    The IPTA Outreach Committee welcomes hearing from those who are interested in becoming mentors for the Outreach Fellowship or being the key liaison for a supporting centre as part of the Outreach Program.

    AHP Member Spotlight

    Carolyn Marshall
    Music Therapist: MMT, RP, MTA
    Jessika Welch
    Art Therapist: DTATI, RP

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