BY-LAWS of the Philippine Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, Inc. - Article VII
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ARTICLE VII
Members
Section 1. Qualifications for Membership – The board shall determine the qualifications of an applicant for membership.
Section 2: Membership Classes
- 2.1. Fellows – highest ranking member with voting rights and eligible to hold office.
- - must have completed a certified colorectal training program in the country or a one year clinical fellowship in colorectal surgery abroad, duly recognized by the Philippine Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery.
- - must be a diplomate in the Philippine Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery.
- 2.2. Honorary Fellows – awarded by unanimous vote of the Board of Trustees to those who have made an exceptional contribution to the advancement of colon and rectal surgery or has achieved eminence in a field allied to colon and rectal surgery.
Section 3. Rights of Fellows - A fellow shall have the following rights:
- a. To exercise the rights to vote on all matter relating to the affairs of the association;
- b. To be eligible for any elective or appointive office of the association;
- c. To participate in all deliverations/meetings of the association;
- d. To avail of all the facilities of the association;
- e. To examine all the records or books of the association during business hours.
Section 4. Duties ad Responsibilities of Fellows – A fellow shall have the following duties and responsibilities:
- a. To obey and comply with the by-laws, rules and regulations that may be promulgated by the association from time to time;
b. To attend all meetings that may be called by the Board of Trustees;
c. To pay membership dues and other assessments of association.