the physician
responsible for authorizing and performing procedures or treatments. The
patient has the right to receive information from the physician that is
necessary to give informed consent prior to the start of a medical procedure
and/or treatment. Information for informed consent should include a
description of the specific procedure and/or treatment, risks involved,
alternatives, the expectations for a successful outcome, and the probable
duration of incapacitation.
The patient has the
right to know what hospital rules and regulations apply to patient conduct.
The
administrators of Dr. Osman Hospital - Maadi, the Medical Staff, and all
other members of staff are committed to treating patients with fairness and
concern.
The patient has the
right to have all records pertaining to the medical care treated as
confidential except as otherwise provided by law or upon the patients
written authorization.
The patient has the
right to assistance in obtaining consultation with another physician at the
patient request at own expense.
The patient has the
right to refuse treatment for any or all the care offered. When refusal of
treatment prevents the provision of appropriate care in accordance with
ethical and professional standards, the potential consequences are explained
to the patient and the relationship with the patient may be terminated.
It is anticipated
that patients will follow the treatment plan recommended by the physician
responsible for their care.
Patients are
responsible for the consequences if they refuse treatment or do not follow
their physician's instructions.
Patients are
expected to ensure that the financial obligations for their healthcare are
met.
Patients should be
considerate of the rights of other patients and hospital personnel. They are
asked to assist in the control of noise and limit the number
of visitors to no more than four at one time. In special
circumstances, visitation may be inadvisable on a
temporary basis.
The patient is
expected to provide information about past illnesses, hospitalization
medication and other matters relating to health history that need
to be known by those involved in the patient treatment