Society Bylaws

Bylaws Overview

The SSBMT Bylaws define the constitutional framework governing the society's structure, membership, elections, finances, and operations. They are reviewed periodically by the Board of Directors and amended as needed following member consultation.

The SSBMT Board

The SSBMT Board is the administrative body of the SSBMT, responsible for all running operations and decisions. It consists of nine to eleven Saudi consultants with expertise in the society field or specialization and who have been active members for at least one year. The board members are elected by the society's active members of physicians or professionals only who are registered at the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. At least one third of the board members should be affiliated to the King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences.

• Decisions are made by majority voting. The Board reports to the President of King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences.
• Board membership lasts for five years which can be renewed for two terms.
• If a board member is recorded absent for three consecutive meetings with no valid excuse, he/she may be considered resigned.
• The board may elect a replacement member to fill in for membership vacancy.
• From the board members, the board elects the Society President who should be affiliated to the KSAU-HS. The board also elects a Vice-President and a Treasurer.
• The Society President is the official representative for the society and acts on behalf of the Society in communicating with official and non-official organizations/agencies inside or outside the Kingdom.

Board Meetings

The Board should hold a regular meeting every 3 months. An extraordinary meeting can be held when more than 50% of the Board members, 20% of the Society's active members, or the Society's President call for a meeting. The Board resolutions are passed by majority voting. The President has the deciding vote if the vote is otherwise tied.

Board Charges

1. Suggest the general policy of the Society within the goals and objectives stated in the by-laws.
2. Suggest by-laws and internal organization of the Society.
3. Form committees and specialized groups to perform the Society's tasks and activities.
4. Approve the Society's annual budget.
5. Prepare the agenda for the General Assembly meeting.
6. Approve the society policies including honoraria, incentives and awards, and the selection of vendors.
7. Approve the society's participation and activities, and international collaboration.
8. Prepare the annual report.
9. Decide the amount of membership subscription.
10. Facilitate the conduct of studies and research.
11. Approval on holding symposia or courses.
12. Acceptance of grants, donations and other supportive services.