How can I protect myself from unauthorized treatments?
December 22, 2022 | 60,00 EUR | answered by Jenny König
Dear Medical Law Attorney,
My name is Marie Wunderlich and I am reaching out to you because I have great concerns about how to protect myself from unauthorized treatments in the medical field. In recent months, I have heard more and more cases of patients undergoing medical procedures involuntarily and without their consent. These reports have made me very uneasy and I am now wondering how I can protect myself from such situations.
My personal background is that I have had negative experiences with medical treatments in the past. These experiences have shaken my trust in the medical system and now make me doubt whether I am truly safe when in the hands of doctors. My goal is to protect myself as best as possible from unauthorized treatments and ensure that my rights as a patient are respected.
Currently, I feel helpless and do not know how to protect myself from unauthorized treatments. That is why I am reaching out to you in the hope that you can provide me with specific tips and advice. Are there specific legal measures I can take to protect myself? How can I ensure that doctors obtain my consent before a treatment and respect my decisions?
I thank you in advance for your support and look forward to your helpful information.
Sincerely,
Marie Wunderlich
Dear Mrs. Wunderlich,
I understand your concerns and fears regarding unauthorized treatments in the medical field and would like to give you some specific tips on how you can protect yourself from such situations.
First and foremost, it is important that you know your rights as a patient and insist that they be respected. Every patient has the right to self-determination and must be informed of all relevant information before undergoing medical treatment. This includes doctors having to obtain your consent before performing a medical procedure. If you are unsure whether a treatment is actually necessary, you have the right to seek a second opinion.
If you are afraid of becoming a victim of unauthorized treatment, you can contact a patient advisory center or your medical law attorney. There you can explain your situation and receive professional support to enforce your rights. It is also advisable to carefully keep all medical documents and records in case you need evidence in the future.
Furthermore, before undergoing treatment, you can create an advance directive in which you specify which medical measures you wish for or reject in case of an emergency. Such an advance directive is legally binding and helps doctors to respect your wishes even if you are no longer able to express them.
Additionally, I recommend thoroughly researching the treating doctor or hospital before undergoing treatment. You can find out whether the doctor or hospital has been involved in legal disputes in the past or if there are negative reviews. Being well prepared can help you avoid unwanted treatments.
I hope that these tips will help you and make you feel more secure. If you have any further questions or need legal advice, I am happy to assist you.
Best regards,
Jenny König
Medical Law Attorney
