We are thrilled to unveil the list of outstanding transplant centres selected to host participants of the ESOT Centre of Preceptorship (CoP) for the 2025 programme cycle.  These institutions represent the leading edge of kidney transplantation in Europe, offering CoP fellows access to hands-on clinical experience, cutting-edge research, and mentorship from top experts in the field.

Selected Hosting Centres for CoP 2025

Belgium

• Cliniques Universitaires Saint Luc, Brussels

Czech Republic

• Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Prague

France

• CHU Bordeaux

• Department of Transplantation, Nephrology, and Clinical Immunology, Édouard Herriot University Hospital, Lyon

Italy

• Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation Program – Transplant Centre of Abruzzo, San Salvatore Hospital, L’Aquila

• Kidney and Pancreas Transplantation Unit, Department of Surgical Oncological and Gastroenterological Sciences, University Hospital of Padova

Spain

• Hospital Clinic Barcelona

Sweden

• Department of Transplant Surgery, Uppsala University and Uppsala University Hospital

The Netherlands

• Erasmus Medical Center, Rotterdam

United Kingdom

• The Leeds Teaching Hospitals, Leeds

• Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, London

Apply Now – Deadline: 20 October

Applications are now open for CoP 2025. If you’re a young professional committed to advancing care for sensitised kidney patients, this is your opportunity to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact.

How to Apply

Please submit the following:

• A 1-page CV

• A ranked list of your preferred hosting centres

• A ½-page statement explaining your centre preferences

• A short statement on what you hope to learn from the programme

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be a young clinician, clinical researcher, or physician (typically under 40 years old)

• Have completed at least 5 years post-graduation

• Be an ESOT Member

(Non-members may apply but will be required to join ESOT if selected. Priority is given to members.)

Application Deadline: 20 October

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this high-impact programme, working alongside leading transplant centres and contributing to the future of transplant medicine.