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Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine Disclosure of Relationships

The Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) is committed to upholding the highest ethical values and encouraging professional and principled behavior by its staff and volunteers. As part of our commitment to transparency and accountability, and to attain the highest standards of excellence, SMFM requires disclosure of relationships to maintain independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all activities.

SMFM’s Disclosure Policy outlines the requirements that all individuals engaged in activities must disclose and manage ALL financial relationships while engaged in Society activities. The types and description of relationships requiring disclosure are summarized in Table 1. Disclosure statements (completed online) are filed and/or updated at the time of consideration for participation in any Society activity, and at least every 24 months, by volunteers and staff.


 

ACCME Oversight

The Program Committee oversees’ the implementation of the disclosure policy and the Conflict of Interest (COI) Resolution policy established by the Board to safeguard the credibility and reputation of the society.

Disclaimer: SMFM’s Pregnancy Meeting™ provides a forum for the open exchange and discussion of research results and scientific advances in the field of maternal-fetal medicine however, the Society makes no representation or warranty as to the truth, originality, or accuracy of the information presented or in materials distributed in connection with the annual meeting. Nor are the views expressed by the individual speakers necessarily the views of the society. SMFM supports the ACCME’s policy on evidence-based content and encourages faculty to adhere to these standards when planning a presentation.

Disclosure of Faculty's Financial Relationships: It is the policy of the Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine to ensure balance, independent objectivity, and scientific rigor in all its educational activities. Everyone involved in the planning and participation of accredited continuing education activities is required to disclose all financial relationships held within the preceding 24 months. In accordance with the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, the Society has implemented a mechanism to identify and mitigate any financial relationships deemed relevant prior to delivering the educational activity to learners. Detailed disclosure information will be available prior to the activity via the website and in the activity slides.

Financial Disclosures 

Program Committee - coming soon!
Course Chairs - coming soon!
Course Speakers and Panelist - coming soon!
SMFM Staff - coming soon!

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Chloe Thomas, Director of Annual Meeting Marketing and Program, at cthomas@smfm.org.