Allied Health Committee

Who We Are:
Allied health professionals in liver transplantation include advanced practice providers, transplant coordinators, nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, social workers, physical and occupational therapists, psychologists, and other specialists who play a critical role in the multidisciplinary care of transplant patients. Through clinical expertise, research, and patient advocacy, we enhance outcomes and improve the quality of life for individuals undergoing liver transplantation.

Vision Statement:
To lead the advancement of care, research, and education in liver transplantation through international support and collaboration within the allied healthcare professional community.

Mission Statement:
We aim to ensure clinical excellence by promoting innovation in evidence-based practices, fostering collaborative multi-disciplinary networks, and creating a culture that encourages life-long learning and professional development across the transplant system.

Global Allied Health Professional Survey

Key Features:

1. User Profiles and Networking:

  • Customizable Profiles: Allow members to create detailed profiles showcasing their expertise, interests, and contributions.
  • Networking Opportunities: Enable members to connect, follow, and message each other to foster collaboration and mentorship.

2. Discussion Forums:

  • Topic-Specific Threads: Create forums categorized by topics such as research, clinical practice, education, and policy to facilitate focused discussions.
  • Community Q&A: Provide a space for members to ask questions and receive answers from peers.

3. Events and Webinars:

4. Award and Grant Information:

5. Survey Access from Past Conference to Evaluate:

6. Call for Speakers/Abstracts

7. Future Speakers Recommendation Form

Committee Members:

  • Lara ElshoveChair {2026} Eramus University Hospital, Rotterdam, the Netherlands  National Flag Of Netherlands Free Stock Photo - Public Domain Pictures
  • Julie CorkreanVice Chair {2027} Houston Methodist, Texas, USA  United States Flag Printable
  • Wojciech Polak, MD, PhDAffiliated Councilor {2027} – Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands  National Flag Of Netherlands Free Stock Photo - Public Domain Pictures
  • Yanik BababekovSpecial Projects Officer {2026} University of Colorado Hospital, Aurora, CO, USA  United States Flag Printable
  • JoLynn Shinsako {2026} University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO, USA  United States Flag Printable
  • Dana Jakoubek {2026} University Of California San Francisco Medical Center, CA, USA  United States Flag Printable
  • Priscilla Wee {2026} National University Hospital, Singapore  Singapore Flag Poster
  • Etsuko Soeda {2026} Keio University Hospital, Tokyo, Japan Japanese Flag Waving
  • Michelle Bell {2026} Houston Methodist, Texas, USA  United States Flag Printable
  • Saista Asif Amin {2026} Al Qasimi Women and Children Hospital, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates  Free stock photo of UAE flag, united arab emirates
  • Georgeine Smith {2026} The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania, USA  United States Flag Printable
  • Chantal Wiggins {2026} Toronto General Hospital, Toronto, Canada  Wallpaper Mural Canadian Flag | Muralunique
  • Alison Rowley {2027} King’s College Hospital, UK  Flag Of United Kingdom Png Transparent Photo - Uk Flag Small Png, Png ...
  • Ananthanayagi Purusothaman {2027} The National Centre for Organ Donation and Transplant Ministry Health and Prevention, United Arab Emirates  Free stock photo of UAE flag, united arab emirates


*Committee terms end at Annual Congress in the year shown in brackets*