GLOBAL HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
SCALP3L Professional & Ethical Code
A shared commitment to patient protection, evidence and professional integrity. Version 2026-09-v1.
Explore the professional network ↗Protect patient dignity and confidentiality
Do not publish identifiable patient information, private records or material that could reasonably identify a patient. De-identification requires professional judgment; removing a name alone may not be sufficient.
Represent yourself accurately
State your profession, qualifications, experience and institutional affiliation honestly. Never imply verification, authority or institutional endorsement that you have not received.
Distinguish evidence from interpretation
Link to original research and state relevant uncertainty. Identify personal opinion, preliminary findings and limitations. Correct material errors transparently rather than silently replacing claims.
Disclose interests
Declare financial, commercial and relevant non-financial interests when discussing products, research, institutions or professional opportunities.
Respect the professional community
Treat all healthcare professions, students and career stages with dignity. Harassment, discrimination, threats and retaliation against good-faith reporting are incompatible with this code.
Exercise professional responsibility
Peer discussion supports professional learning. It does not replace applicable clinical responsibilities, local requirements or institutional escalation. Do not use the network for urgent patient decisions.
Built on professional integrity
Patient privacy, accurate credentials, evidence and respectful exchange are fundamental to SCALP3L. The network is exclusively for healthcare professionals and students.