Charge
The Ethics and Professionalism Committee charge is:
- Guide and advise the Board of Governors, Councils, Committees, and CAP members on ethics and professionalism.
- Educate and promote discussion on ethical and professional issues across all aspects of anatomic and clinical pathology.
- Clarify the value and responsibility associated with CAP fellowship (FCAP).
Commitment
| Time Commitment Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Number of face-to-face meetings | None |
| Number of virtual meetings | 8-10 per year; 1-1.5 hours each |
| Hours/year of committee work required outside of meetings | Members 15+ per year, Vice Chair 25+ per year, Chair 25+ per year |
| Additional travel or time commitments | None |
Activities of Committee
- Inform and Advise on Timely Topics in Ethics and Professionalism
- Ensure Adequate Ethics and Professionalism Education for CAP members
- FCAP Professionalism Campaign
- Periodic Review of Principles of Ethics and Professionalism
- Other activities as needed
Expertise or Experience
- Interest in promoting pathology as leaders in Ethics and Professionalism.
- Experience in addressing ethics and professionalism issues.
Benefits of Committee Membership
- Opportunity to experience leading CAP’s Ethics and Professionalism activities.
- Serving to improve/enhance the greater community of pathologists.