We are gearing up to host the 2023 Fellows Symposium on Transplantation, which will take place this September in Grapevine, TX.
This meeting is dedicated to empowering fellows and residents in the field of transplantation and providing them with a platform to connect with senior faculty, expand their networks, and participate in expert-led sessions.
Be sure to inform your colleagues about this excellent opportunity. The deadline to apply is...
Read More...As I step into my role as the incoming President of the AST, I am grateful for the past leadership, led by the guidance of Past President, Dr. Deepali Kumar. I would also like to congratulate the newly elected President-elect, Jon Kobashigawa, Secretary, Nicole Turgeon, and our new Councilors-at-Large: John Friedewald, Matthew Cooper, and Shelley Hall. Furthermore, I would like to thank the outgoing Board members: John Gill, Sean Pinney, Linda Ohler, and Beau Kelly for their invaluable contributions. As we embark on a new chapter, I am thrilled to reflect on our recent accomplishments and...
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With mixed emotions, I write my final blog post as the President of the AST. It has been an incredible journey filled with unforgettable experiences. As I reflect on the past year, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the opportunity to serve in this role and for the unwavering support of our dedicated members.
Looking back, it's remarkable how quickly time flies. It feels like just yesterday when I assumed the presidency, and now I am preparing to transition to the role of Past President and to welcome Dr. Josh Levitsky as the new AST President. I want to take a moment to celebrate...
Read More...As an AST member, you are likely a member of at least one Community of Practice (COP) – or have heard this term mentioned among colleagues.
COPs are specialty-area focused groups within the AST. There are currently 17 Communities of Practice, each representing specific specialty areas in transplantation. We launched the first COP - the Infectious Disease COP (IDCOP) - in 2003. Over the years, we have expanded the number of COPs to represent our diverse membership and to allow members of all specialties to be part of a professional community. We recently...
Read More...The 2023 Cutting Edge of Transplantation (CEoT) meeting is just a couple of weeks away. There is still time to register and attend. I encourage you to check out these notable events happening at the meeting.
CEoT will be an interactive meeting on access for all in transplantation. Register today to attend the meeting and participate in the discussion.
Here are five must-see events at CEoT 2023:
Eight Interactive Sessions on Access for All CEoT 2023 will feature...
Read More...2022 was an eventful year for the AST. We were all excited to be reunited in person at ATC 2022 and reconnect as a community. Reflecting on the last 12 months, I am grateful for everything we’ve accomplished. Despite a challenging couple of years, our members have continued to support our field and our patients. I am also thankful to our industry partners who supported us in all our virtual and in-person efforts.
Thanks to our incredible membership, we have accomplished a lot in 2022. It would not be possible for the AST to achieve its goals without the volunteers who work with...
Read More...A fellow AST Board Member, Linda Ohler, and I recently discussed how powerful and rewarding mentoring young transplant professionals can be. We have all had mentors throughout our careers, and many have had the opportunity to support others. Most of us can look back and see how these experiences shaped our careers.
For me, I fondly remember those who mentored me both in clinical medicine and research, along with the many personal and professional discussions that influenced my career decisions. At some point, I became a mentor to others. Seeing my trainees and mentees become...
Read More...I encourage you to take advantage of all the opportunities that we offer. The AST has been my professional home for two decades. Through the AST, I’m fortunate to have found like-minded colleagues, have interesting discussions, start research collaborations, and bring ideas for new initiatives to enrich my own local program. The AST has been very important for my professional growth, and I want to make sure that through the AST, you are able to maximize your learning and opportunities for national and international recognition of your work. Here are the top three ways to make this happen...
Read More...On June 6, 2022, I was excited and honored to officially become your new AST President. My affiliation with the Society dates back almost two decades. I have served the AST in various roles, including Board Secretary, Councilor-at-Large, IDCOP Chair, and several other positions. It is a privilege to serve as AST President and I look forward to working with the members of our great Society.
Outside of my roles at the AST, I am a Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto and a Transplant infectious diseases physician in the Multi-Organ Transplant Program at Toronto General...
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It is hard to imagine that my term as President will soon be ending. The past year has been one of productivity and excitement for me. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve as your President, and it has been a privilege to work with the AST Board, committees, and members.
The past year has provided a lot of reasons for pride and gratitude to our members and partners. While it is bittersweet to reflect on how quickly this year has passed, today, I focus on some of our biggest moments.
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AST (formerly American Society of Transplant Physicians (ASTP...
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