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The University Eye Center (UEC) is committed to conducting all operations with integrity and upholding ethical and responsible practices. The UEC Compliance Program is designed to promote a culture that encourages ethical conduct consistent with applicable laws, regulations and our policies and procedures. Click on some of the UEC’s key compliance and ethics policies below for more information.
If you become aware of activities that may violate the law or UEC policies, including but not limited to:
You may report concerns through:
The University Eye Center ensures the confidentiality of all reports and the individuals submitting them. The UEC encourages employees, students, patients, vendors, or any members of the public to report any actual or suspected violations of UEC policies, procedures, or federal and state law.
All reports received via the hotline or email are reviewed in accordance with UEC and SUNY College of Optometry policies by the Compliance Officer. Reports may also be reviewed by other relevant departments or personnel, including but not limited to Human Resources, the HIPAA Privacy Officer, and the College’s Legal Counsel. Appropriate action will be taken to address and resolve any issues identified.
The University Eye Center strictly prohibits retaliation against any individual who, in good faith, reports a compliance concern or participates in a compliance review.
