Ethical Charter

OBJECTIVE & SCOPE

When organising a conference, timing is critical for all parties. Organisers seek funding opportunities at an early stage. On the other hand, Medtech Europe members need to be able to plan their commercial and educational activities at these Events.

It is also important for MedTech Europe members to avoid situations where non-compliant elements are included in the Event programme.

The Ethical Charter is one way to address the timely commitment, both for Third Party Congress Organisers and MedTech Europe member companies

The Ethical Charter will showcase the Healthcare Organisations and Professional Event Organisers which committed to comply with the new MedTech Europe Code.

Please note that applications to the Ethical Charter process are currently limited to Healthcare Organisations (HCOs) and Professional Congress Organisers (PCOs) as defined by the MedTech Europe Code of Ethical Business Practice. Travel agencies are excluded from the scope of application. Therefore, applications to the Ethical Charter initiative from travel agencies will not be considered.

Please see the MedTech Europe Code of Ethical Business Practice for complete definitions of these terms and further information.

In addition, becoming Trusted Partner means being able to benefit from the Conference Vetting System (CVS) of an earlier and swifter provisional assessment, based on a limited number of criteria. For avoidance of doubt, the Event would still need to go through the complete assessment process and obtain an overall assessment decision from CVS.

With a visible symbol of commitment to compliance provided to Trusted Partners, MedTech Europe member companies will have the opportunity to provide early support to Trusted Partner, knowing these are aware of the MedTech Europe Code and committed to organise their Events accordingly.
The Ethical Charter provides an entire section to acquire knowledge and ensure understanding on the MedTech Europe Code, focused specifically on the areas relevant to PCOs/HCOs. Are available:

  • A webinar
  • A presentation
  • Additional material included in the Infopack