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Member Benefits

Transplant professionals will love what the AST offers. We help you boost your career, connect with colleagues, and advance your education

Join the largest professional transplant society in North America. With more than 5,000 members representing every specialty in the field, the AST offers a community of experts, innovators, and leaders.

As a member, you’ll gain access to cutting-edge education, mentorship opportunities, research grants, advocacy updates, and a powerful network of peers across the entire transplant community. Whether you're a student, trainee, or experienced professional, the AST provides the tools, connections, and resources to help you grow your career and make a lasting impact in transplantation.

Explore our benefits listed below and complete your membership application today.

Join Our Community

Expand your network, gain essential insights for your career, and more.

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Member Exclusive Meeting Rates

Attend our meetings with a discounted member rate, including the World Transplant Congress (WTC), American Transplant Congress (ATC), Cutting Edge of Transplantation (CEoT), Medical Directors Fourm, and International Transplantation Science (ITS).

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Communities of Practice

Join any of our 16 specialty Communities of Practice (COPs) to collaborate with like-minded peers, grow your network, and more.

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Publications

Get access to leading publications, including the American Journal of Transplantation — the #1-ranked journal in the field — Clinical Transplantation, and a wide range of essential textbook resources to support your clinical and research work.

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Online Learning

Access our on-demand and live online education. New content added frequently!

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Fellow of the AST (FAST) Designation

Highlight your professional achievements in transplant and to the AST by earning this exclusive designation.

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Career Resources

Access our job board, members-only interview coach, and members-only job offer analyzer.

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Grant Funding

Apply for AST research funding to support your science.

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Mentorship

Mentorship as a member benefit offers invaluable growth - mentees gain guidance and support, while mentors find purpose and inspiration in shaping the next generation.

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Elevate Your Credibility

Join a workgroup, committee, or task force. New opportunities open all the time.

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Member Directory

Access our community through the AST member directory. Search for colleagues to connect!

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Advocate for Patients

Take action and stay informed on legislative issues impacting our field.

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MemberDeals

MemberDeals is an exclusive AST member site where you can save on experiences that will help you relax, recharge, and enjoy life.

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Hear it from Our Members

The professional and personal connections I’ve been able to make through AST are invaluable! Transplant truly is a tight knit community, and I can think of no better place to collaborate than through AST involvement."

Christina Doligalski, member since 2010

I am so proud to be a member of AST whose mission is to promote research and innovation, education, as well as universal access to this lifesaving treatment through advocacy and support.

Dr. Ronald Squires, member since 2024

I have been a member of AST for over 15 years. As an established molecular and cellular transplant immunologist, I always encourage young faculties and trainees with interest in building a career in transplantation to join the AST.

Dr. Valeria Mas, Member since 2008

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Make a difference in the field of transplantation by donating to support our cause.

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This content was developed independently by AST and supported by a financial contribution from Sanofi