Code of Professional Conduct

 

 

In light of new legislation and changing practice, together with the impending legal status of members who practise Clinical Photography and/or Clinical Videography, IMI has revised and brought together “A Code of Responsible Practice” and its “Code of Conduct”. The new document “A Code of Professional Conduct for Members”, details the standards required to maintain professional practice.

Within the text, the Code refers to members, and where specifically appropriate, to Clinical Photographers. The title, Clinical Photographer, is used where the code applies to members practising Clinical Photography and/or Clinical Videography.

The Code refers to three new sets of professional practice guidelines. These guidelines inform the development of procedure within the practice of Clinical Photography. 

• Consent to Clinical Photography
• Patient Confidentiality and Clinical Illustrative Records
• The Use of Chaperones in Clinical Photography

The Code of Professional Conduct aims to inform and guide the professional practice of all IMI members. It is a statement of the values and principles that IMI regards as fundamental to maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct. The Code requires that members practise in an ethical and professional manner.

The Code may be used in IMI disciplinary procedures as evidence of the requirements of fitness to practise. IMI Council may impose reasonable penalties on members who are found in breach of any requirements within this Code.