Effective Date: 01 July 2025

These Community Guidelines form a critical part of the Steth ecosystem. They are designed to foster a secure, respectful, and insightful environment for verified doctors and medical students to collaborate, learn, and elevate the practice of medicine globally.

🔹 Our Mission and Values

Steth is a private, professional network built exclusively for verified medical professionals. We are committed to fostering a platform that upholds the integrity of the medical profession, promotes evidence-based knowledge sharing, and builds a community grounded in respect, ethics, and intellectual rigor.

Core Values:

• Medical Integrity: Evidence-based discourse aligned with current clinical standards and ethical frameworks.
• Respect and Collegiality: Respectful engagement among peers, irrespective of rank, specialty, or geography.
• Privacy and Confidentiality: Unwavering adherence to patient confidentiality and user privacy.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Embracing all backgrounds, identities, and professional experiences.
• Professional Growth: Supporting the personal and professional development of members through mentorship, discussion, and collaboration.

🔹 Scope and Eligibility

These guidelines apply to all users interacting on the Steth platform, including its mobile apps, web interfaces, discussion forums, messaging tools, and any future features.

Who May Use Steth

Only licensed medical doctors and enrolled medical students may register, verified via credentials. Any misrepresentation may result in account termination and notification to licensing bodies.

🔹 Acceptable Conduct on Steth

✅ Expected Behavior

All members must: