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No Free Lunch

Binghamton, N.Y.

Recently I decided to curtail my attendance at luncheon CME meetings sponsored by drug companies. I attend only one meeting—that of the local APA chapter, but even this meeting is supported by a drug company.

I am not against advancing my knowledge of psychiatry, nor am I against listening to "experts." I have come to realize that despite speakers' assertions that the discussed topic will be presented with no bias, I invariably find subtle emphasis on the sponsor's product.

It is regrettable that some "experts" have made a career out presenting lectures supported by drug companies. Recently I learned that some of the clinicians I hold in high regard have joined this circle.

By sheer accident, I learned about a monthly newsletter that publishes articles for clinicians without any sponsorship. This newsletter gives me unbiased psychiatric knowledge and CME credits, and, of course, it is not free!

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