Why Join IHPBA?

3500+ members worldwide

One Membership – Global and Regional Benefits

When you join the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA), you automatically become a member of your Regional Association through our combined membership programme.

This unique model gives you access to the benefits of both a global and regional professional community through a single membership, providing outstanding value wherever you are in the world.

Your membership connects you with the international HPB community, supports your professional development, and opens the door to world-class education, research collaboration and networking opportunities.

Connect with the Global HPB Community

Membership of the world's leading international HPB network.
Connect and collaborate with HPB specialists and leaders from around the world.
Expand your professional network and discover new career opportunities.
Access the online IHPBA Membership Directory.

Access World-Class Education

Unlimited access to the HPB Academy, our comprehensive online educational platform.
Online access to HPB, the official journal of IHPBA, included with your membership.
20% discount on the open access publication fee when submitting articles to HPB.
Access to technical guidance, clinical resources and training guidelines.
Access to the International Fellowship Directory.
Access to Medbook for IHPBA

Congress and Professional Development

Reduced registration fees for the IHPBA World Congress.
Reduced registration fees for all Regional Association Congresses.
Opportunities to be invited as faculty or session chair at IHPBA scientific meetings.
Eligibility to serve on IHPBA committees and help shape the future of the Association.
Networking opportunities with leading clinicians, researchers and educators from across the world.
Career development opportunities for members at every stage of their professional journey.

International Research

Eligibility to apply for the Kenneth Warren Fellowship, with two fellowships of USD $65,000 awarded annually.
Participate in international research collaborations.
Contribute data to IHPBA registries and help advance global HPB practice.

Global Collaboration

Work alongside colleagues from around the world to improve HPB care through international partnerships and shared expertise.
Participate in HPBridge, IHPBA's flagship global collaboration initiative supporting education, mentorship and international partnerships.
Connect with surgeons, researchers and healthcare professionals across every region of the world.
Share knowledge, experience and best practice through IHPBA's international network.
Take part in global outreach programmes and collaborative educational initiatives.
Build lasting professional relationships that extend beyond meetings and congresses.