About Allied Health Professional
As a member of IRTA, you have access to international multidisciplinary experts in intestine transplantation. The networking opportunities within IRTA are invaluable in discussing specific intestine transplant-related issues with others who have similar experiences and expertise. The biennial symposium is unlike any other transplant educational event, focusing specifically on all dimensions of intestinal transplant, as well as therapies and treatment for intestinal failure. Becoming a member of IRTA will enhance your practice by becoming part of an international transplant team to exchange knowledge, improve your clinical practice, develop and participate in educational opportunitiesand to engage in research.
Allied Health Professionals is comprised of various members of the transplant multidisciplinary team including nurses, dietitians, psychologists, administrators, social workers, physical therapists, pharmacists, and many others, who have a specific interest in intestinal failure and transplantation. They contribute to the advancement of knowledge in these areas through clinical practice, educational endeavors and research.
The AHP membership was defined and added to the IRTA membership categories in 2013. Allied Health members of IRTA have representation on the IRTA Board of Directors through one standing representative on the Ad Hoc Committee. AHP members have nomination and voting privileges and can participate on committees within the organization.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS FOR AHP MEMBERS:
CURRENT AHP INITIATIVES:
- Nomination and voting privileges
- Reduced annual membership fee of $50 US
- Advanced information on pre-congress workshops and networking events
- Access to the AHP contact list and other membership directories through the IRTA website
- Access to multimedia and recorded lectures
- The IRTA/AHP Outstanding Achievement Award to be awarded biennially at IRTA Congresses
- Targeted webinars for Allied Health Professionals
- Discussion forum with colleagues around the world
- Production of joint international resources and best practice guidelines
- Development of Allied Health Professionals special interest groups (SIGs)
HOW TO BECOME AN AHP MEMBER OF THE IRTA:
- Complete the online application form on the website or the PDF paper form
- Your application will be reviewed by the IRTA Council
- After your application has been approved, you will receive an IRTA member login.
- IRTA will send you an invoice for your membership dues, which can be paid online.
If you would like more information about IRTA membership as an Allied Health Professional, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Click here to view the Allied Health Professionals Session recording from ISBTS 2013 in Oxford, UK