PHTS consist of three committees: Steering, Scientific, and Database. The responsibilities for each committee are outlined below.
The Steering Committee is responsible for
- Supervision of research efforts and use of the database
- Organization of biannual meetings
- Monthly conference call meetings of the Steering Committee members
- Lobby for increased awareness of pediatric heart transplantation
Past Steering Committee Members
The Scientific Committee is responsible for:
- Reviewing research proposals
- Determining suitability of studies to be performed
- Interfacing with UAB regarding timing and support available for studies
- Providing advice and guidance to the investigator
- Ensuring that the roles of investigator and co-investigators are clarified prior to initiation of study
- Providing oversight regarding data analysis and presentation
- Ensuring timely publication of the data
The Database Committee is responsible for:
- Facilitating data collection and analysis
- Ensuring the quality of the data
- Modifying the forms and the database as data evolves