Why is the ATS Disclosure Form so extensive?
• The information required on the new “universal” ATS Disclosure Form (and comparable International Conference Faculty Disclosure Form) was determined by the ATS Ethics and Conflict of Interest Committee in consultation with the ATS Board of Directors. The ECOI Committee was appointed by the ATS President and is charged with overseeing implementation of the COI policies enacted by the ATS Board of Directors. The primary goals of the ATS Policy on Management of Conflict of Interest in Official ATS Documents, Projects and Conferences are to: “enhance the objectivity, scientific rigor and transparency of official ATS activities” and “provide for disclosure and resolution of conflicts of interest in a manner that is respectful of the ATS members and other individuals essential to ATS activities, and respectful of confidentiality to the extent appropriate.” The policy called for establishment of a “universal” ATS disclosure form that could be archived online and used for any official ATS ac
