Organ transplantation saves innumerable lives.  These miraculous advances reflect a complex interplay between the immunology and physiology of transplanted organs, improvements in organ preservation, scientific innovation, and the ethics of the allocation of a limited supply of organs.  Expert faculty will provide insight into this exciting field using both didactic and interactive, case-based sessions.  Opportunities for informal interactions with faculty and participants will supplement formal sessions.  

Topics

• Exploring the biology of organ transplantation
• Explaining the unique features of transplantation for each organ type
• Examine allocation systems for organs from deceased donors
• Consider the unique opportunities and the biological and ethical challenges of xenotransplantation
• Introduce new technologies for organ preservation and life support
• Infectious risks associated with immunosuppression
• Cultural sensitivity, ethics, and education in transplantation