CODE OF ETHICS
This Code of Ethics constitutes an integral part of the organization and management model adopted by OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC.
The purpose of this document is to ensure that our ethical values are clearly defined and represent an indispensable reference point of the corporate culture, as well as the standard of behavior for all those who, directly or indirectly, permanently or temporarily, contribute through their work to the conduct and pursuit of our mission.
It consists of seven points, expressed below.
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Protection of patient health and dignity
OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC is committed to establishing patient health as a priority and indispensable objective, always guaranteeing maximum commitment to the study and in-depth analysis of their problems, in order to contribute to achieving the best possible state of psycho-physical well-being.
In relations with patients, behaviors having discriminatory content regarding race, ethnic or territorial origin, sex, age, religion, political opinions, and generally any characteristic of the human person are not admitted.
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Compliance with the rules provided by the legal system
OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC assumes compliance with the laws expressed by the legal system as an indispensable principle in the conduct of its activities, to the observance of which all our collaborators are required to commit.
This obligation also applies to anyone who has external collaboration relationships, specifying that no relationship will be started or continued with those who do not intend to comply with this principle.
OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC will ensure an adequate program of training and continuous awareness on themes related to this Code of Ethics, with particular regard to compliance with current laws and regulations.
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Honesty and impartiality
Any subject operating in any capacity within the organizational structure of OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC must adopt a correct and honest attitude, both in the performance of their duties, and in relationships with other members of the Company, as well as with third parties, avoiding pursuing illicit or illegitimate purposes to procure an undue advantage for themselves or third parties.
OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC operates with impartiality towards its interlocutors, avoiding preferential treatment in all circumstances.
In order to guarantee the full implementation of the principles of honesty and impartiality, no payment or promise of money outside of legitimately agreed fees is admitted in relationships of any kind.
Likewise, the giving or promising of gifts or gratuities, aimed at acquiring preferential treatment, is prohibited.
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Transparency and completeness of information
OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC recognizes the fundamental value of correct information towards patients, favoring a continuous, punctual, and complete flow of information that respects the requirements of truthfulness, completeness, and accuracy in relation to every aspect treated.
For this purpose, specific authorization forms for the processing of personal data - information pursuant to Art. 13 of EU Regulation 679/2016 - and informed consent for remote nutritional consulting, preliminary to treatment, are present on the site.
OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC guarantees patients clear, complete, and truthful information regarding the nutritional therapy concerning them and related issues, to allow them to make informed decisions.
In order to allow users to express valid and conscious informed consent, the Company undertakes to:
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not use persuasive tools, scientific or otherwise, that are deceptive or untruthful;
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ensure adequate and exhaustive information by translating the text into the most widespread languages;
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prohibit the adoption by all collaborators of behaviors favoring disparate treatment or privileged positions in the provision of nutritional consulting.
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Confidentiality of information
OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC ensures the confidentiality of information in its possession and compliance with regulations regarding the processing of personal data, refraining from seeking confidential data through illegal means.
Every recipient who, for professional reasons, comes into possession of patients' personal information is required not to disseminate it nor use it outside the purposes for which they became aware of it.
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Prevention and management of conflicts of interest
Every collaborator and consultant is required, from the moment of assignment, to declare (if aware of it) the existence of a conflict of interest situation with a private organization with which they maintain business relations.
In any case, collaborators and consultants of OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC must refrain from carrying out activities that could place them in a conflict of interest situation.
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Use of computer systems
All collaborators involved in processes requiring the use of computers and telecommunications networks owned by OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC, in order to prevent appropriate use of such equipment, must commit to:
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respect policies for information protection and data protection requirements;
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use and protect passwords for access to computers and networks;
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store sensitive, proprietary, or highly confidential information in protected files on secure servers;
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always protect all electronic devices;
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respect security controls on information;
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protect computer equipment and systems from pornography, gambling, and other illegal, offensive, or inappropriate uses.
OLOPROTEIC DIET VIRTUAL CLINIC
The Director
Prof. Giuseppe Castaldo MD