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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · 4d

October is #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth. Despite being the fastest growing cause of cancer death in the UK, liver cancer is often overlooked.
Help us raise awareness through October. Find out how to get involved here:
livercanceruk.org/liver-cancer-awareness-month #WeAreBTS

The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · 10d

Calling all future research stars! 🔬
Step into the spotlight with the BTS NHSBT Dragons’ Den Competition!
🧪 Open to:
- Medical & surgical trainees
- Early career allied health researchers
🏆 Successful submissions will be showcased 5th March in Llandudno
📥 Submit here! bit.ly/4mCd9wp

#BTSDragonsDen

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · 18d

🚨 BTS Annual Congress 2026 - Save the date!
🗓️ 4–6 March
📍Venue Cymru, Llandudno, North Wales
Join 500+ experts in organ donation & transplantation for 3 days of cutting-edge science, clinical updates, and collaboration.
📄 Abstract submissions open
⏳ Deadline 25 Nov 25
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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · 19d

In November, BTS & BSHI will host a one-day meeting aimed at understanding the science and clinical application for novel diagnostics in the care of solid organ transplant patients. 🧬

📝To register and view the programme: bts.org.uk/bts-autumn-s...

#weareBTS #transplantation #transplanteducation

The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Aug 14

🫀 Register now for our BTS Autumn Symposia!
Join leading experts, innovators, and clinicians for a powerful one-day programme exploring the next era in cardiothoracic transplant care.
📅 14 November 2025
📍Wellcome Collection, London
bit.ly/3JxrZX7
#BTS2025 #CardiothoracicTransplant

BTS Autumn Symposia - British Transplantation Society

The Fundamentals of Transplantation: A Joint Educational Event by The Herrick Society of Trainees in Transplant Surgery & The British Transplant Physician Trainees

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Aug 12

🎙️Dr Sunil Daga opens up about the urgent need for more kidney donors, the rise in dialysis patients & why research must better reflect the UK’s diverse communities. He explores how building trust & breaking down barriers can lead to more equitable care for all.
Listen now!👉 bit.ly/3JdvZfq #WeAreBTS

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sunildaga23.bsky.social @sunildaga23.bsky.social · Jun 30

#weareBTS @btstransplant.bsky.social with BTS President @rjb65.bsky.social at #ESOTcongress @esottransplant.bsky.social

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sunildaga23.bsky.social @sunildaga23.bsky.social · Jun 29

@btstransplant.bsky.social #weareBTS Leeds team at @esottransplant.bsky.social at #ESOTcongress @mattws1.bsky.social

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Jun 27

Your turn - Share yours and show us what being part of the BTS community looks like to you! 🌟

Don't forget to tag us and use #WeAreBTS

rjb65.bsky.social @rjb65.bsky.social · Jun 27

@btstransplant.bsky.social
Thanks to a great council. Wonderful to meet up face to face in York yesterday!

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Jun 24

📢 BTS is delighted to announce the launch of the Andrew Paris Memorial 2025 Fellowships!

💡The aim is to benefit transplant patients and to commemorate the work of the St John Ambulance Air Wing 1972-1993 established by Mr Andrew Paris

Learn more👉 bts.org.uk/education-tr...
#AndrewParis #Fellowship

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esottransplant @esottransplant.bsky.social · Jun 21

𝗥𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
ESOT Legacy Project
𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆
🗓️ 28 June
📍 Royal Victoria Square (in front of ExceL London)
🕕 12:30 to 17:30

#ESOTcongress 💚
ℹ️ www.esotcongress.org/legacy @lucy-dames.bsky.social @kidneycareuk.bsky.social‬ @btstransplant.bsky.social‬

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esottransplant @esottransplant.bsky.social · Jun 3

Today's spotlight is a powerful joint session with @btstransplant.bsky.social‬, where inspiring Chairs Krishna Menon & Richard Baker will lead the Joint session: 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗱𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

👉 www.esotcongress.org/scientific-p...

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Jun 13

🗣️ We invite you to celebrate all things BTS. Use our new hashtag #WeAreBTS and connect with others who are part of this incredible society.
🌟 Our first #WeAreBTS post is from #TeamNewcastle who are excited for another live donor kidney transplant!
Tell us what you're up to & use #WeAreBTS

The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · May 12

This #InternationalNursesDay, we celebrate the extraordinary contribution of nurses across the entire organ donation and transplantation pathway. From critical care to theatres, transplant units to coordination teams — your expertise, compassion, and care make it all possible. Thank you! #IND2025

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Apr 30

📅 **Save the Date!**

📢 British Transplantation Society Symposium
💙 UK Cardiothoracic Transplantation: Charting Future Success

🗓️ 14th November 2025
📍 Wellcome Collection, London
bts.org.uk/british-tran...

#SaveTheDate #TransplantSymposium #CardiothoracicSurgery #BTS

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The Fundamentals of Transplantation: A Joint Educational Event by The Herrick Society of Trainees in Transplant Surgery & The British Transplant Physician Trainees

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Apr 23

🌟Have you seen our latest Council Spotlights? 🌟

Visit our LinkedIn page to learn more about your BTS council!

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#bts #edi #safespaceintransplantation | The British Transplantation Society

🌟Council Spotlight: Meet Adnan! 👨‍⚕️Adnan is a Consultant Nephrologist & Transplant Physician at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham and Honorary Professor at the University of Birmingham. He has...

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Apr 20

This Easter, we reflect on the hope that organ donation brings to those waiting for a second chance at life.

Our heartfelt thanks to all transplant professionals working over the weekend, and to every donor and their families who makes that hope possible. #OrganDonation #EasterSunday #ThankYouNHS

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British Transplant Physician Trainee Society @btptsocial.bsky.social · Apr 15

🚨 BTPT Council Applications Now Open! 🚨

Passionate about transplant medicine? Want to help shape a connected, diverse transplant community for physicians across the UK?

Join the BTPT council as we grow links with @btstransplant.bsky.social & create new opportunities.

Apply now 👇 Deadline 30/4/25!

BTPT Council Application Form 2025

Thank you for your interest in joining the BTPT team to help represent transplant physician trainees and the future of the speciality in the UK. Please complete the below application form before the d...

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Apr 9

🌟Council Spotlight: Meet Aimen!🌟

He sits on the BTS council as the social media councillor and is responsible for promoting all BTS activities and events.

Head over to our Linkedin account to read more!

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#BTS #EngagementMatters

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🌟Council Spotlight: Meet Aimen! 👨‍⚕️ As a Consultant Abdominal Transplant Surgeon at Freeman Hospital, he leads the National Organ Retrieval Service. 📈 As BTS's social media councillor, he aim...

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Apr 7

🌍 On #WorldHealthDay, we're proud to support the launch of the #HealthyBeginnings campaign, focusing on maternal & newborn health. The British Transplantation Society stands with the global community in working towards a future where every mother and child has the healthiest start. 💚👶#HopefulFutures

Baby Will-Our youngest attendee of the recent BTS Congress in Brighton, with his mother Aisling, a Specialist Nurse in Organ Donation

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Mar 24

Congress highlights:
👥 940 attendees
🗣️ 237 Speakers and oral presenters
💼 27 Exhibitors
🥂1 Welcome function
🍹1 Skyline drinks reception
👩‍🏫1 Post-Grad masterclass
🩺1 Nursing & AHP masterclass
🍴1 Gala dinner
🚲1 Charity bike ride from London-Brighton
🏆30 Awards
#btscongress

A sunset in Brighton at the BTS Congress 2025

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Mar 19

Congratulations to our award winners!
🏅The Medawar Clinical Medal:Sumoyee Basu
🏅The Medawar Scientific Medal:Weiyi Tan
🏅The Calne Williams Medal:Sahil Gupta
🏥 Nursing & AHP Award:Kathryn Somers
🌟 Roy Calne Award:Serena MacMillan
📜 Moderated Poster Session:Carrie Scuffell & Gabriela John

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Mar 14

A special thank you to the BTS and NHSBT teams who have been working tirelessly behind the scenes over the past 8 months to help deliver a successful and engaging congress 👏 #BTSCongress

Joint NHSBT BTS congress organising team 2025 (NHSBT)

Joint NHSBT BTS congress organising team 2025 (BTS)

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Mar 14

As this congress draws to a close, we would like to send a massive thank you to our outgoing president, Professor Krish Menon, for his outstanding role in driving and supporting the BTS in what it has achieved as a society over the past 3 years 👏. We wish him all the best #BTSCongress

Professor Krish Menon, president of the BTS

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The British Transplantation Society @btstransplant.bsky.social · Mar 14

Assistant Director of NHS Blood and Transplant is about to provide a strategy update for Organ Donation and transplantation to delegates in Syndicate 1&2 #BTSCongress

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