The aim of the Education Committee (EC) is to coordinate ESOT’s efforts to advance multidisciplinary education for transplant professionals at all career levels and to contribute to their professional development.
The Basic Science Committee promotes scientific issues and transplantation research within ESOT. An active basic science community and an efficient translation of innovation into the clinic are crucial for the future of transplantation medicine.
The European Transplant Allied Healthcare Professionals (ETAHP) reaches out to allied healthcare professionals throughout Europe in order to ensure the best care possible for all transplant patients, with the aim to optimize patient outcomes.
The Young Professionals in Transplantation (YPT) is the Network for Junior Transplant professionals of ESOT, representing all young transplant clinicians and scientists who are beginning a career in transplantation and organ donation.
The mission of ECTORS is to provide a forum for discussing and stimulating novel developments in the fields of cellular therapies in organ transplantation, organ regeneration and generation of new organs from stem cells and biomaterials.
ECTTA is the forum for experience exchange on treatment of patients with end-stage heart and lung failure. Our aim is to improve outcomes for the patients.
EDTCO aims to support health care professionals to provide clinically effective programmes on organ and tissue donation, procurement and transplantation.
EKITA is the Organ Expert Section of ESOT on kidney transplantation in Europe, providing a forum for kidney transplantation professionals to exchange scientific information and views aimed at providing the best service to European patients .
The European Liver and Intestine Transplant Association (ELITA), previously known as the European Liver Transplant Association (ELTA), is a section of ESOT. Its membership represents the expertise on liver and intestinal transplantation in Europe.
ELPAT is a European platform that brings continuity and progress in European research and dialogue on "Ethical, Legal and Psychosocial Aspects of organ Transplantation". ELPAT currently consists of over 160 experts from more than 25 European countries.
EPITA is established to provide a forum for those working in the field of pancreas and islet of Langerhans transplantation or any other alternative form of beta cell replacement in Europe, to exchange scientific information and views related primarily to providing the best service for patients in Europe requiring pancreas or islet transplantation.
VCA has opened a new era in the field of transplantation, reconstructive and restorative surgery. This Section brings together 10 representatives of major European teams at the forefront in this field.
This interactive workshop will focus on the transition of adolescents with chronic conditions from paediatric to adult healthcare. It will provide an evidence-based overview of transitional care, highlighting key barriers, facilitators, and outcomes from ongoing research.
Participants will hear expert insights, including a presentation on the current state of transition care, and explore practical case studies, such as the La Paz University Hospital programme and the Stepstones Transition Programme. The session will conclude with an open discussion and Q&A to reflect on actionable strategies for improving transition practices.
Key takeaways
-Evidence and rationale behind structured transition programmes.
– Challenges and enablers in implementing effective transitional care.
– Insights from real-world initiatives and ongoing research.
– Practical approaches to enhance transition outcomes.
Programme
Introduction
Transition from paediatric to adult care: Are we nearly there yet?
Transition education programme: How this is run in La Paz University Hospital (Madrid)
The Stepstones transition programme, development, evaluation and implementation
Discussion/Q&A
Conclusion/Take home messages
Registration link – coming soon
Participation is free but registration is required.
