Debate - The Canadian Association of Gastroenterology Should Follow the Canadian Medical Association Guidelines for Maintenance of Certification: Agree

Aregional gastroenterology group requests the accreditation of a meeting that will provide an update regarding diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. The topics were developed by a committee without industry input and were based on a needs assessment. The speakers were not picked by industry. The expenses of the attendees and their guests will be paid by industry. Families and partners, but not physicians, will be charged a registration fee. The meeting will be held at a well-known resort and the registration will cover part of the expenses.