AST Comments on OPTN Plain Language Policy Rewrite

The American Society of Transplantation (AST) is a diverse organization dedicated to advancing the field of transplantation and improving patient care by promoting research, education, advocacy, or

The American Society of Transplantation (AST) announced the recipients of its 2022 Achievement Awards at the recent American Transpla

The American Society of Transplantation (AST) announced its newly elected 2022-2023 Board Members, including its new President, President-Elect, Treasurer, and Councilors-at-Large.

The American Society of Transplantation and the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) are proud to announce their strategic partnership with the Living Donor Circle of Excellence program.

The AST is pleased to announce the results of the 2022-2023 Communities of Practice (COP) Executive Committee (EC) elections. To view the full list,

Jennifer McDermott, PharmD, BCTXP, BCPS on behalf of the AST Transplant Pharmacy COP Public Policy Workgroup

Sam Strober, MD, passed away at his home in California on Friday, February 11th. Sam was a friend to many of us and a giant in the field of allograft tolerance induction.

The FDA publishes this device shortages list to provide transparency to the American public, particularly those who use or purchase medical devices.

AST, ASTS, and ISHLT published a joint statement on COVID-19 vaccines with the latest detail about vaccinations in organ transplant candidates and recipients, including the latest references, detai

We have been made aware of disruptions in the supply of UW Solution to some OPOs.

For Giving Tuesday, CareDx has generously offered to match all research donations up to $50,000 from November 23 - December 7, 2021.

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) announced that the End Stage Renal Disease Treatment Choices Learning Collaborative (ETC

Since the COVID-19 vaccine became available, ASTS, UNOS, AOPO, and AST have encouraged surgeons, physicians and staff receive the vaccine to minimize the risk to themselves and prevent respiratory

International Medical Societies representing Transplantation Professionals across the globe support and nurture diversity and inclusion among their members, fostering education, and stand against a

The AST commends Dr. Deepali Kumar and Dr.

Transplant pioneer Jean Michel Dubernard, M.D. (Max to his friends) an innovator, a surgeon, a researcher, a medical educator, and a mentor and colleague, died unexpectedly on July 11.

2021 Achievement Awards

The American Society of Transplantation (AST) announced its newly elected 2021-2022 Board Members, including its new President, President-Elect, Secretary, and Councilors-at-Large.