KMA Research, Ethics, Standards, CPD and Drug Policy Committee
Mandate
To uphold the ethical and professional standards of medical practice by developing guidelines, reviewing conduct issues referred to the Committee, and promoting adherence to the KMA Code of Ethics.
Vision
To promote research and evidence-based medical practice in Kenya
Mission
To promote and facilitate stellar research advances among KMA Membership
Objectives
- Develop, review and disseminate guidelines on ethics and professional standards for KMA members.
- Review conduct and ethics matters referred to the Committee and advise the National Governing Council accordingly.
- Champion knowledge advancement and continuous professional development (CPD) programmes for members.
- Support and promote research integrity and a culture of evidence-based practice within the Association.
- To provide support to KMA members applying for research grants
- Advise on drug policy matters in collaboration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) and other relevant ethics and regulatory bodies.
- Identify and pursue fundraising opportunities, including grants, partnerships, sponsorships and donor funding, for projects that align with the Committee's mandate.
Convener
Dr. Ruth Khadembu Lucinde
Co - Convener
Ian Kipkorir Limo
Upcoming Activities & Intiatives
- KMA Code of Professional Conduct
- Collaboration with East African Medical Journal to deliver research webinars (collaboration with external partners such as APHRC, KEMRI, KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Research Programme, KEMRI-CDC among others)
- Research workshops
Call us for any querry
254 722 275 695
or email us on
info@kma.co.ke
