The ethics of accepting gifts from pharmaceutical companies. Pediatricians relations to for-profit corporations. Key Messages CME programs are seen by drug companies as opportunities to increase their sales. Drug industry support for educational purposes is partially justifiable. There can be no justification for accepting money for entertainment, banquets, or expenses for accompanying persons.
Money taken by doctors from drug companies ultimately comes from patients pockets.
We need to learn to pay for our own education, meals and recreation, and to accept the standards of comfort that are achievable with what we are willing to spend. About IP About IAP Feedback Links Author Info.