Conflict of Interest Disclosure
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Page Purpose
This page provides comprehensive, transparent disclosure of all potential conflicts of interest for medical reviewers, staff, and advisory board members associated with Wearable Wellness Guide. Our commitment to transparency ensures that readers can evaluate the independence and objectivity of our health device reviews and recommendations.
All disclosures are updated annually at minimum, with real-time updates made within 30 days when new conflicts arise. This policy ensures that readers have access to current, accurate information about any relationships that could influence our editorial content.
Conflict of Interest Policy
Definition of Material vs. Immaterial Conflicts
Material Conflicts are financial or non-financial relationships that could reasonably be perceived to influence editorial judgment or device recommendations. These include:
• Direct financial compensation from device manufacturers
• Equity, stock options, or ownership interests in wearable technology companies
• Consulting agreements with health technology companies whose products we review
• Research funding from device manufacturers for studies related to our review topics
• Speaking fees or honoraria from manufacturers of devices under review
Immaterial Conflicts are relationships that pose minimal risk of influencing editorial decisions. These include:
• Professional society memberships in relevant medical or technology fields
• Academic affiliations or teaching positions unrelated to device manufacturers
• Speaking engagements on general health topics not sponsored by device manufacturers
Disclosure Requirements
All medical reviewers, staff members, and advisory board participants must disclose:
• Any financial relationships with wearable device manufacturers, distributors, or related companies
• Research funding sources related to health technology or wearable devices
• Consulting, advisory, or speaking arrangements with health technology companies
• Equity interests, stock options, or ownership in relevant technology companies
• Immediate family member employment in the wearable technology industry
Update Mandate
• Annual Review: All conflict of interest disclosures are reviewed and updated annually, with the next scheduled review date clearly indicated for each individual.
• Real-Time Disclosure: New conflicts must be reported within 30 days of occurrence to compliance@wearablewellnessguide.com. This page will be updated within 14 business days of receiving such notification.
Current Disclosures
Dr. Rishav Das, M.B.B.S. — Primary Medical Reviewer
Role: Lead medical reviewer for all content published on Wearable Wellness Guide. Dr. Das conducts clinical validation, testing methodology development, and medical accuracy review for all device assessments and health-related content.
Credentials:
• M.B.B.S. (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), Grant Government Medical College, Mumbai (2024)
• Post-Graduate Certificate in Health Informatics, Columbia University (2025)
• Specialization in Immunology, Imperial College London (2025)
• Post-Graduate Diploma in Neuroscience, Johns Hopkins University (2025)
• Former Medical Officer, Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals, Mumbai (2024-2025)
• License: Medical Council of India (MCI) and Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC) — License No: PR/7466/2024
Financial Relationships:
✓ Device Manufacturers: None. Dr. Das has no financial relationships, consulting agreements, or advisory roles with any wearable device manufacturers.
✓ Wearable Technology Companies: No equity, stock options, or ownership interests in any wearable technology companies or related health technology firms.
✓ Consulting Agreements: None with health technology companies. Dr. Das does not provide consulting services to device manufacturers or distributors.
✓ Research Funding: No institutional funding from device manufacturers. All research conducted for Wearable Wellness Guide is self-funded through the site’s independent operations.
✓ Speaking Fees/Honoraria: None from device manufacturers or health technology companies. Dr. Das does not accept speaking fees that could create conflicts with editorial independence.
Non-Financial Relationships:
• Professional Affiliations: Dr. Das maintains membership in professional medical societies focused on health informatics and clinical medicine. These affiliations are educational in nature and do not involve financial compensation or influence over editorial decisions.
• Current Employment: AI Tutor, Stanford Lab of Medicine. This role involves medical education and does not involve device manufacturer relationships or create conflicts with Wearable Wellness Guide’s editorial independence.
• Family Member Employment: No immediate family members are employed in the wearable technology industry or hold positions that could influence device reviews.
Compensation Structure:
Dr. Das receives a fixed salary as a contributor to Wearable Wellness Guide. Compensation is not tied to device sales, affiliate commissions, manufacturer relationships, or performance-based metrics that could create editorial bias. All devices tested are purchased independently at market price using site funds, not manufacturer samples or gifts.
Disclosure Date Information:
• Last Updated: January 11, 2026
• Next Scheduled Review: January 11, 2027
Independent Peer Reviewers
Current Status: No external peer reviewers are currently engaged. All medical review is conducted by Dr. Rishav Das as the sole medical authority. As the site scales, we plan to establish an independent peer review panel to provide additional validation of testing methodologies and clinical assessments.
Future Peer Reviewer Selection Criteria:
When peer reviewers are added, they will be required to:
• Hold verifiable medical credentials (M.D., D.O., M.B.B.S., or equivalent)
• Possess relevant specialization in cardiology, health informatics, biomedical engineering, or related clinical practice areas
• Have no commercial conflicts of interest with device manufacturers
• Agree to publish their methodology and declare scope limitations transparently
Disclosures Upon Confirmation: When peer reviewers are confirmed, this section will be updated with their credentials, affiliations, financial relationships, and role scope. All peer reviewer disclosures will follow the same transparency standards applied to Dr. Das.
Advisory Board Members
Current Status: Advisory board positions are being established. The advisory board will provide quarterly methodology review on a non-editorial, advisory-only basis. Advisory board members will not participate in day-to-day editorial decisions, device testing, or content creation.
Planned Advisory Board Structure (2-3 External Advisors):
Future advisors will provide specialized expertise in:
• Cardiovascular device testing methodology (planned: cardiologist or cardiovascular specialist)
• Sensor technology validation methods (planned: biomedical engineer or Ph.D. in related field)
• Sleep tracking device methodology (planned: sleep medicine specialist or M.D. with M.P.H.)
Advisory Board Scope Disclaimer:
When formed, advisory board members will:
✓ Serve in an advisory-only capacity without editorial authority
✓ Provide quarterly review of testing methodologies and clinical validation approaches
✓ Not participate in daily editorial decisions, device selection, or content creation
✓ Not receive compensation for advisory services (uncompensated advisory role)
✓ Be required to disclose any commercial conflicts of interest with device manufacturers
Disclosures Upon Board Formation: When advisory board members are confirmed, this section will include their names, credentials, institutional affiliations, specific advisory roles, and complete conflict of interest disclosures. This page will be updated within 14 business days of any advisory board appointments.
Editorial Staff
Current Status: Wearable Wellness Guide is currently operated as a physician-led independent publication. Dr. Rishav Das serves as the sole medical reviewer and primary content authority. There are no additional paid editorial staff members at this time.
Future Disclosure Commitment: If paid staff are added in the future (e.g., technical writers, editors, research assistants), their roles and any relevant conflicts of interest will be disclosed in this section. Staff members will be required to disclose financial relationships with device manufacturers and comply with the same conflict of interest standards applied to the medical reviewer.
Management of Identified Conflicts
When material conflicts of interest are identified, Wearable Wellness Guide follows strict management procedures to protect editorial independence and maintain reader trust:
Recusal Procedures When Conflicts Exist:
• Any reviewer or staff member with a material conflict of interest related to a specific device, manufacturer, or technology must recuse themselves from reviewing or creating content about that device or technology.
• Recusal decisions are documented and retained for audit purposes.
• Content affected by recusal will include a disclosure statement explaining the conflict management approach.
Alternative Reviewer Assignment Process:
• If a conflict requires recusal, an alternative qualified reviewer with no conflicts will be assigned to conduct the medical review.
• If no conflict-free internal reviewer is available, external peer reviewers may be engaged on a case-by-case basis, with their credentials and conflict disclosures published transparently.
• In cases where no qualified conflict-free reviewer can be identified, the device will not be reviewed until such a reviewer becomes available.
Public Disclosure in Affected Content:
• Any content where a conflict was identified and managed will include a prominent disclosure statement at the top of the article.
• The disclosure will explain the nature of the conflict, how it was managed (e.g., reviewer recusal, alternative reviewer assignment), and who conducted the final medical review.
Annual Audit of Conflict Management:
• All conflict disclosures and management procedures are audited annually to ensure compliance with this policy.
• The annual audit includes review of recusal decisions, alternative reviewer assignments, and public disclosure accuracy. Results are documented internally and made available upon request.
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Reporting New Conflicts
All reviewers and staff members must report new conflicts of interest within 30 days of their occurrence. This includes:
• New financial relationships with device manufacturers or health technology companies
• New equity interests, consulting agreements, or advisory board positions
• Changes in family member employment that create new potential conflicts
• Any other relationship that could reasonably be perceived to influence editorial judgment
Reporting Contact:
Email: compliance@wearablewellnessguide.com
Response Timeline: All conflict reports will be acknowledged within 3 business days. This Conflict of Interest Disclosure page will be updated within 14 business days of receiving and verifying any new conflict disclosure.
Confidentiality: Conflict reports are handled confidentially during the verification process. However, all verified material conflicts will be publicly disclosed on this page in accordance with our transparency commitment.
Enforcement and Accountability
Consequences for Non-Disclosure:
Failure to disclose material conflicts of interest is a serious breach of editorial standards. Consequences may include:
• Immediate recusal from all affected content
• Retraction or correction of published content with prominent disclosure of the undisclosed conflict
• Termination of reviewer or staff role if non-disclosure was intentional or represents a pattern of behavior
Reader Notification:
If a previously undisclosed conflict is discovered after content publication, readers will be notified via:
• Update to this Conflict of Interest Disclosure page with explanation of the oversight
• Correction notice at the top of all affected articles
• Newsletter announcement to subscribers (if the conflict materially affects published recommendations)
Commitment to Transparency
Wearable Wellness Guide is committed to maintaining the highest standards of editorial independence and transparency. This Conflict of Interest Disclosure page serves as our public accountability mechanism, ensuring that readers have complete visibility into any relationships that could influence our device reviews and health recommendations.
We recognize that trust in health information depends on transparency. By disclosing all potential conflicts—even those we deem immaterial—we empower readers to evaluate our objectivity and make informed decisions about the credibility of our content.
Questions or concerns about potential conflicts of interest can be directed to compliance@wearablewellnessguide.com. We welcome reader feedback and take all conflict-related inquiries seriously.
Page Information
Last Updated: January 11, 2026
Next Scheduled Review: January 11, 2027
Medical Review Authority: Dr. Rishav Das, M.B.B.S.
Contact for Conflict Inquiries: compliance@wearablewellnessguide.com
Medical Disclaimer: The information on Wearable Wellness Guide is for educational purposes and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis, treatment, or medical device recommendations tailored to your individual health needs. This Conflict of Interest Disclosure page is provided to enable readers to evaluate the independence and objectivity of our health device reviews and recommendations.