Pediatric Heart Transplant Study (PHTS)
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Thank you for your interest in the Pediatric Heart Transplant Study (PHTS). We are open to any interested institution who currently conducts heart transplants.

Why join PHTS?

We are a vibrant database with a wealth of patient data that is under constant review and analysis. Another benefit is the opportunity for networking. Within our 43 participating centers, we have an active network of more than 100 transplant professionals involved in the data collection process and analyses.

If you are interested in joining PHTS, please follow the steps below.

   Step 1: Submit a signed copy of the PHTS Data Use Agreement. Once the 
               DCC receives a copy, we will obtain the proper signatures and return a fully
               executed copy.

   Step 2: Submit an IRB application to your local review board. A few useful
               documents are listed below. Once you receive approval, forward a copy of
               the approval to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  at the PHTS DCC.
                       a. PHTS Bylaws
                       b. PHTS Current Forms
                       c. Participating Centers
                       d. Publications
                       e. Example Consent Form
                        f. Example Assent Form

   Step 3: Each center is required to pay $5000 each year to participation in PHTS.
               Please mail check to the address below. This must be paid prior to data
               submission. Checks much be made out to “Pediatric Heart Transplant Study 
               Foundation” or “PHTS Foundation”. Please contact  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for 
               a dues invoice for your center.
           
   Step 4: Add members of your center to the PHTS mailing list by clicking here.

   Step 5: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  will contact you once your center is ready to start submitting forms.


Please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  via email or phone at 205-975-0086 if you have any questions.

Mailing Address
Pediatric Heart Transplant Study
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Department of Surgery
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
701 19th Street South, LHRB 781
Birmingham, AL 35294