Upcoming TORG-IRB Inaugural Ethics Congress – June 29th, 2025
🚨 JOIN US for the TORG–IRB Inaugural Ethics Congress! 🌍
📅 Date: 29 June 2025
⏰ Time: 18:00–20:00 BST
🌐 Venue: Online
🔎 Theme: “Ethics in Global Surgery Research: Foundations, Challenges, and Best Practices”
📣 Featuring expert insights on:
- Global frameworks in surgical research ethics
- Practical challenges with vulnerable populations
- Modern surgical paradigms and future perspectives
🎙️ Speakers:
Dr. Aabid Ashraf | Mr. Siraj Ahmed Ali | Dr. Kevin M.M. Buac
🎤 Session Hosts:
Dr. Yusuf S. Tejan | Ast. Prof. Demeke Y. Fentie | Mr. Mesfin Abebe
🧭 Moderated by: Mr. Hailemariam Getachew Tesema (Chair, TORG–IRB)
Let’s uphold ethical research excellence together.
#TORG #GlobalSurgery #ResearchEthics #TORGIRB #EthicsCongress #SurgicalResearch
Welcome to the TORG Institutional Review Board (IRB) Proposal Submission Portal
The TORG Institutional Review Board (IRB) is dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards in research involving human subjects. Our mission is to safeguard the rights, welfare, and privacy of research participants while fostering responsible and high-quality research across all The Operating Room Global (TORG) chapters.
Submission Guidelines
Researchers affiliated with TORG must submit proposals for IRB review to ensure compliance with ethical and regulatory standards. The IRB has jurisdiction over all research initiatives involving human subjects within TORG, including:
- Research led by TORG leaders, members, or partners.
- Multinational studies conducted within TORG chapters.
- Studies involving vulnerable populations.
Required Documents for Submission:
- Ethics Application Form using the official TORG template.
- Research proposal
- Any additional materials requested by the IRB.
Submission Timeline:
- Proposals must be submitted at least 15 days before the intended start date of the research. Submissions will be accepted starting Monday, 24th February, 2025.
- The IRB meets twice a month to review proposals, with emergency meetings convened as needed.
Review and Approval Process
Notification Timeline:
- Researchers will be notified of the IRB’s decision within 21 days of submission.
- If modifications are required, researchers must submit revisions within 7 days for expedited re-evaluation.
- Initial Screening: The IRB Secretary ensures all submissions are complete.
- Assignment of Reviewers: The Chairperson assigns reviewers based on expertise.
- Formal Review: The IRB discusses and evaluates the research proposal.
- Decision Making: Proposals may be approved, modified, or rejected based on ethical considerations.
- Monitoring: Approved research is subject to ongoing compliance reviews.
Ethical Standards
The IRB adheres to internationally recognized ethical frameworks, including:
- The Declaration of Helsinki
- The Belmont Report
- Local regulations in countries where TORG operates
Confidentiality and conflict of interest policies ensure impartial and rigorous reviews.
Download the Ethical Approval Form
Click here to download the TORG IRB Ethical Approval Form.
Once completed, submit your form via email to: torgirb@operatingroomissues.org
For any inquiries or additional information, please contact the IRB Secretariat at torgirb@operatingroomissues.org.
TORG IRB – Ensuring Ethical and Responsible Research for Global Impact.
Big News from The Operating Room Global (TORG)!
We are thrilled to announce that the TORG Institutional Review Board (TORG-IRB) is now officially registered with the U.S. Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP)!
✅ IORG Number: IORG0012466
✅ IRB Number: IRB00014742
What this achievement means for TORG and our community:
🔹 Strengthens the credibility and integrity of all research conducted under TORG.
🔹 Ensures our research activities meet internationally recognized ethical standards.
🔹 Enhances the protection of human subjects involved in TORG-led studies globally.
🔹 Builds trust among partners, collaborators, and communities we serve.
🔹 Opens new opportunities for global collaborations, scholarly publications, and research training initiatives.
🔹 Positions TORG as a leader in ethical research governance in global surgery and allied health fields.
This registration is a major step forward in advancing our mission to lead responsible and impactful research around the world.
We look forward to continuing to work with you all in building a strong, ethical, and globally recognized research community! 🌍🩺
#TORG #TORGIRB #ResearchEthics #GlobalSurgery #EthicalResearch #Leadership #GlobalImpact
A New Milestone for TORG Research Ethics! 🧬
We are thrilled to announce that The Operating Room Global (TORG) has officially received a Federalwide Assurance (FWA) from the U.S. Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP)!
🔹 FWA Number: FWA00035510
This approval follows our IRB registration (IORG0012466 / IRB00014742) and firmly positions TORG as an internationally recognized platform for ethically sound research involving human participants, clinical trials, and invasive procedures.
What this means for TORG:
- We are now federally recognized to conduct and review global surgery research to the highest ethical standards.
- Our IRB can support multi-country, multi-institutional projects, including those requiring regulatory compliance.
- It enhances TORG’s capacity to lead and collaborate in cutting-edge, ethically grounded research.
This is a remarkable achievement for the TORG-IRB team and the entire TORG Community.
🗣️ Let’s celebrate this together and continue upholding ethical research excellence in global surgery!
#TORG #GlobalSurgery #ResearchEthics #FWAApproval #TORGIRB #ClinicalTrials #SurgicalResearch