An editorial decision on PlasticSurgeonPH could be influenced, or appear to be influenced, by a financial, professional, or personal relationship with a surgeon or clinic. We aim to identify and manage such conflicts.
Examples
- A writer has worked for or received payment from a listed provider
- An editor or contributor has a personal relationship with a surgeon
- A provider sponsors content or buys advertising
- A reviewer receives a discount, gift, or other incentive
How we manage them
A contributor should disclose a relevant connection before working on a review or ranking. We may assign the work elsewhere, add a clear disclosure, or decide not to publish. Sponsored content is labelled. Review contributors should disclose incentives and relationships.
Raise a concern
If you believe an undisclosed connection has affected a page, send the URL and details through our contact page. We will assess the concern and make a correction or disclosure where warranted.
