Patient Rights & Responsibilities
Last updated: June 2026
Patient Rights & Responsibilities
Your rights as a patient:
- Respectful, dignified, and non-discriminatory care
- Clear information about your condition, treatment options, and costs
- Privacy and confidentiality of your medical records
- The right to ask questions and receive explanations in a language you understand
- The right to refuse or withdraw from treatment after understanding the consequences
- The right to seek a second opinion
Your responsibilities:
- Provide accurate medical history and current medications
- Follow prescribed treatment and follow-up advice
- Keep appointments or notify us if you cannot attend
- Treat staff and other patients with respect
- Pay agreed fees for services rendered