Members shall conduct themselves with honesty, integrity, and professionalism in all clinical, academic, and professional interactions.
Avoid misleading claims regarding outcomes or technologies
The safety and well-being of patients must remain the highest priority.
Avoid unsafe, unproven, or experimental treatments outside established ethical frameworks
Members shall strive to base clinical decisions on sound scientific evidence.
Apply India-specific considerations, especially for particularly with respect to skin type diversity
Members shall support education and academic advancement.
Credit Acknowledge original work appropriately and avoid plagiarism
Members involved in research must adhere to accepted ethical standards.
Disclose conflicts of interest in research and publications
Members shall maintain transparent and ethical relationships with industry partners.
Ensure that educational content remains unbiased and patient-focused
Members shall treat colleagues, patients, and staff with dignity and respect.
Resolve professional disagreements respectfully
Members must respect confidentiality in all professional contexts.
Maintain confidentiality in mentorship, committee work, and Society-related matters
Members shall use the name, logo, and affiliation of BSLMS responsibly.
Avoid actions that may harm the reputation of BSLMS
Members must comply with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements governing medical practice in India.
Violation of this Code of Ethics may result in:
Suspension or termination of membership, as deemed appropriate
By applying for and maintaining membership in BSLMS, members agree to:
Act in a manner that upholds the credibility and integrity of BSLMS
