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.
The European Transplant Allied Healthcare Professionals (ETAHP) Committee of ESOT is delighted to announce the appointment of three new members to its board: Marita Dalvindt – Clinical Nurse Specialist, The Skåne University Hospital – Department of Thoracic Surgery – Lund, Sweden Raquel Garcia – Advanced Practice Nurse in post-liver transplant recipient care, Hospital Clínic –
Job description As a fellow at Erasmus MC, you will participate in the HPB and Transplant programs, including liver and kidney transplantation, with active roles in the assessment, management, and follow-up of donors and recipients. You will be responsible for perioperative patient care and multidisciplinary meetings. As a fellow, you will be trained to perform
Applications Open: 20 November 2025
Stay tuned for more details! For immediate inquiries, send us a message at askme@esot.org
“Organ transplant is the epitome of hope. It gives patients a chance to live longer and better.” Elvana Rista
ESOT is pleased to announce the appointment of Lissete Aviles, David Cucchiari, Rhys Evans, and Peri Husen to the Education Committee Board. Their expertise and commitment will strengthen ESOT’s mission to advance education, training, and professional development in the field of transplantation. About the Education Committee The Education Committee is at the heart of ESOT’s
ESOT has announced the appointment of new board members to its European Kidney Transplant Association (EKITA) for the 2025–2029 term. As one of ESOT’s key Organ Expert Sections, EKITA provides a dedicated platform for advancing kidney transplantation across Europe. Its mission includes fostering scientific exchange, promoting education and research, developing guidelines, and providing advisory input
ESOT is proud to launch the participant application phase of the Centre of Preceptorship (CoP) initiative – an initiative designed tocultivate the next generation of leaders in kidney transplantation. This initiative brings together a network of leading European transplant centres to host and mentor young professionals who areeager to gain advanced training in HLA desensitisation and the
ESOT’s Young Professionals in Transplantation (YPT) has announced the appointment of three new board members for the 2025–2029 term. The newly appointed members are Madita Buch, researcher at the Centre for Regenerative Medicine, University of Edinburgh – Innsbruck, Austria; Jasper Callemeyn, postdoctoral fellow at Medizinische Universität – Leuven, Belgium; and Sarah Micallef, resident specialist in
From 1 Sept 2025, we welcome:
President: Olivier Thaunat | Secretary: Ekaterine Berishvili | President-elect: Umberto Cillo | Past President: Gabriel Oniscu
Onwards and upwards!
