Ethics and Conflict of Interest
Integrity and trustworthiness are fundamental values of the American Thoracic Society (ATS), and essential to its goal of improving health worldwide by advancing research, clinical care, and public health in respiratory disease, critical illness, and sleep disorders.
See the following links for information on existing ATS policies and procedures intended to ensure that members, staff, and others involved in official ATS activities uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct in carrying out the work of the Society, including disclosure and management of conflicts of interest (COI).
- Clinical Ethics
- Research Ethics
- COI Disclosure
- COI Policy for Official ATS Activities
- COI Policy for Clinical Practice Guidelines
- COI Policy for Patient and Family Education
- Industry Inclusiveness and Collaboration
- Policy on Tobacco Involvement
- Position on Philip Morris-supported Foundation for a Smoke Free World
- Questions? Contacts
Last Reviewed: July 2019
