The LEBANESE HOSPITAL GEITAWI – UMC’s commitment to providing compassionate care extends to everyone, regardless of their background, ensuring that all patients feel respected and cared for in their treatment journey. In this framework, our hospital values every patient's right to participate in decisions about their care, as outlined in the Lebanese Decree 574 on Patient Rights and Informed Consent.
We would like you to know that as a patient, you have the right to:
- Know Your Care Team: Be informed about the names of the doctors, nurses, and healthcare staff involved in your care.
- Respectful Care: Receive considerate and respectful care in a safe environment, free from abuse or neglect.
- Privacy: Have your personal information and medical records kept confidential from unauthorized access.
- Clear Information: Get complete and understandable information about your diagnosis, treatments, procedures, and any associated risks and benefits.
- Access Your Records: Request access to your medical records/ results.
- Choose Your Doctor: Select your physician and participate in decisions about your care whenever possible.
- Consult Specialists: Ask for referrals to specialists, following the hospital’s guidelines.
- Make Treatment Choices: Accept or refuse any treatment and understand the consequences of your decisions.
- Pain Management: Receive proper assessment and management of your pain.
- Spiritual Support: Request religious and spiritual support.
- Research Participation: Know if your treatment involves research and choose whether to participate in a clinical trial.
- Voice Concerns: Raise complaints about your care without fear of retaliation.
- Discharge Against Advice: Leave the hospital against your doctor's advice, but you'll need to sign a form acknowledging your decision and accepting responsibility for any risks incurred as a result.
- Follow-Up Care: Receive a clear plan for your post-discharge care and instructions to follow.
- Understand Your Bill: Review and ask questions about your medical bills.
As a patient, you are also responsible for:
- Respecting Others: Honor the rights of other patients and hospital staff.
- Following Rules: Adhere to hospital policies for the safety and comfort of everyone.
- No Smoking: Observe the hospital's non-smoking policy.
- Reporting Concerns: Notify the hospital if you feel your rights are being violated or if your safety is at risk.
- Protecting Your Belongings: Safeguard your personal items while in the hospital.
- Sharing Health Information: Provide accurate information about your health, including current medications and medical history.
- Following Treatment Plans: Comply with your doctor’s instructions and those of the nursing staff.
- Seeking Clarity: Ask questions if you don’t understand something about your care or treatment.
- Reporting Changes: Inform your caregivers about any unexpected changes or discomfort.
- Taking Responsibility: Understand that if you refuse treatment or do not follow your doctor's advice, you may be responsible for any consequences.
- Maintaining Privacy: Respect the privacy of other patients, including keeping noise levels down and limiting visitors.
- Bringing ID: Carry your hospital ID, medical card, and proper identification during visits.
- Keeping Appointments: Honor your scheduled appointments and notify the hospital if you cannot attend.
- Financial Responsibilities: Provide necessary information for billing and settle your financial obligations promptly.
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