Scientific Integrity Policy

1. Objective:

      • The objective of this policy is to uphold the highest standards of scientific integrity and ensure that all content presented is evidence-based, scientifically accurate, and free from bias or commercial influence.

2. Planning Committee Responsibilities:

      • The Planning Committee is responsible for reviewing and selecting all educational content.
      • Committee members must have expertise in Temporomandibular Disorders, Orofacial Pain, and Sleep Disorders, and adhere to the principles of scientific integrity.
      • The Planning Committee should prioritize selecting speakers and topics based on scientific merit, relevance to the field, and potential impact on clinical practice.

3. Speaker Selection Criteria:

      • Speakers must have recognized expertise and qualifications in Temporomandibular Disorders, Orofacial Pain, and Sleep Disorders or related fields.
      • Speakers should have a track record of contributing to peer-reviewed research, publications, or clinical practice guidelines.
      • Preference should be given to speakers who disclose any conflicts of interest or financial relationships with commercial entities relevant to the content of their presentation.

4. Content Review Process:

      • All educational content, including presentations, handouts, and materials, must undergo rigorous scientific review by the Planning Committee.
      • Content review should assess the accuracy, currency, and relevance of scientific evidence cited in presentations.
      • Any content that lacks scientific rigor, contains misleading information, or promotes unproven treatments should be excluded from the symposium program.

5. Conflict of Interest Disclosure:

      • Speakers, planning committee members, and any individuals involved in content development must disclose any financial relationships or conflicts of interest relevant to their presentation.
      • Conflicts of interest disclosures should be transparently communicated to attendees before each presentation.

6. Compliance with Accreditation Standards:

      • Orofacial Sleep Consortium programs must comply with accreditation standards set forth by relevant accrediting bodies, such as PACE or ADA CERP.
      • Educational content should align with accreditation criteria, including objectives, content validity, and scientific integrity.

7. Continuous Improvement:

      • The Planning Committee should solicit feedback from attendees and evaluate the scientific quality and educational effectiveness of program content.
      • Feedback and evaluation results should be used to continually improve future programs and ensure ongoing adherence to scientific integrity standards.

8. Enforcement and Accountability:

      • Violations of this scientific integrity policy will be taken seriously and may result in the exclusion of offending speakers or content from future symposiums.
      • The Planning Committee is responsible for enforcing this policy and maintaining accountability for adherence to scientific standards.

9. Dissemination of Policy:

      • This scientific integrity policy should be prominently featured on the Study Cloud Latinoamerica (online program) website and communicated to all speakers, planning committee members, and stakeholders involved in symposium planning.

10. Review and Revision:

      • This policy will be periodically reviewed and revised as necessary to reflect evolving best practices in scientific integrity and educational standards.
      • By implementing and adhering to this policy, the Orofacial Sleep Consortium programs can uphold its commitment to providing attendees with scientifically rigorous and unbiased educational content in the field of Temporomandibular Disorders, Orofacial Pain, and Sleep Disorders.