About the Congress

IPTA 5th Congress Registration Brochure

Congress Format

The most current science and research will be presented in the following formats:

Post Graduate Course

The Post Graduate Course will focus on two areas of Pediatric Transplantation. The first part of the day will focus on Quality of Life while the second part of the day will focus on Vaccines and Viruses in Transplant Recipients. The Post Graduate Course fee is US $150.

State-Of-The-Art Presentations

The Scientific Advisory Committee has invited leaders in the field to share their expertise in transplantation medicine.

Plenary Sessions

The speakers have been chosen from among the renowned investigators in each field. The chairs are pre-eminent members of the transplant community.

Oral Abstract Sessions

Our top abstract scorers will present their theories and supporting research. A total of six concurrent oral abstract sessions have been scheduled.

Poster Sessions

The Poster Sessions are an important and indispensable educational event of this meeting. View outstanding science encompassing a multitude of topics with ample opportunity for discussion with authors.

Debate Sessions

The debates will provide an opportunity for attendees to address their opinions on two hot topics in pediatric transplantation.

Parallel Interactive Workshops

Parallel Interactive Workshops are designed to be small working discussion sessions, with a limited number of attendees in each session. Registration will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the session is filled, registration will be closed. In most cases, there will be no availability on-site, so register early.


The following social events have been planned:

Welcome Reception

Saturday, April 18 6:30 PM

Please join us and experience the cultural blend of the East meeting the West as we open the Congress. Seize the opportunity to mingle with colleagues and celebrate our first evening in Istanbul.

Supported by Astellas

The Gala Dinner

Tuesday, April 21 7:00 PM

The Congress will close with Turkish delight as we dine and dance with colleagues and new found friends. Enjoy authentic Turkish inspired fare with music, dancing,and toasting in the time honored tradition of IPTA.

A bust of Richard Fine, MD
Richard Fine, MD

Vice President of IPTA
IPTA Scientific Advisory Committee Chair
A bust of Oguz Soylemezoglu
Oguz Soylemezoglu, MD

Local Organizing Committee Chair