## STANDARDS SECTION XVIII - TOURNAMENT STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE 

iii. Have admitting privileges at the local hospital; 

iv. Be fluent in both English and the local language; and 

v. Possess a current CPR certification and Emergency Response certification (or the international equivalent). 

## b. Physician Responsibilities 

The Tournament Physician must be prepared to perform the required duties established by the WTA and will be evaluated by the WTA Senior Vice President, SS&M and Transitions, and Medical Advisor(s). 

## i. Duties Prior to the Tournament 

(a) Each Tournament Physician must participate in a pre- tournament telephone orientation and acknowledge that he/ she understands all information provided on SS&M Zone, the official site for all SS&M Services information. This orientation also includes an online medical documentation training session with a SS&M Department, Tournament Relations staff member at least two (2) weeks prior to the start of the event. 

(b) Each Tournament Physician must complete the Tennis Integrity Protection Programme module prior to the start of the Tournament. 

(c) Each Tournament Physician must carry professional medical liability (malpractice) insurance in an amount of US$1,000,000 with an insurance carrier acceptable to the WTA for the duration of the Tournament. Such insurance policy must provide coverage for the Tournament Physician while performing services for WTA players and/or at the Tournament venue. All Tournament Physicians must email proof of this insurance policy along with a copy of their license, CPR Certification, and Emergency Response Certification at least sixty (60) days prior to the event. 

## ii. Duties During the Tournament 

## (a) Schedule and Availability 

(i) The Tournament Physician shall be on site at all times during play for both Qualifying and Main Draw matches at all Tournaments. 

