What rights do I have as a patient during medical treatment?
January 8, 2023 | 60,00 EUR | answered by Laura Vollmann
Dear Medical Law Attorney,
My name is Isabel Weise and I have a question regarding my rights as a patient during a medical treatment. In the past few months, I have had to visit medical facilities multiple times to address various health issues. During these visits, I have noticed that I am often not properly informed about my rights and do not always feel that my concerns are being adequately addressed.
I am concerned that as a patient, I may not be sufficiently informed about my medical treatments, that my consent may not always be properly obtained, and that my personal data may not be adequately protected. Furthermore, I wonder what options I have if I disagree with a medical decision or treatment.
Therefore, my question to you is: What rights do I have as a patient during a medical treatment and how can I ensure that these rights are upheld? Are there any specific laws or regulations that protect my rights as a patient? How should I proceed if I feel that my rights have been violated? I would greatly appreciate your assistance on this matter.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
Isabel Weise
Dear Mrs. Weise,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding your rights as a patient in medical treatment. It is important that you are aware of your rights and feel confident when visiting medical facilities. As a lawyer specializing in medical law, I can assist you and provide you with important information about your rights as a patient.
As a patient, you have various rights that are legally established to protect your interests and your health. The most important rights include the right to comprehensive information about your diagnosis, treatment options, risks, and side effects, the right to choose your own doctor, the right to access your medical records, the right to data protection, and the right to consent to medical procedures. These rights are enshrined in the Patient Rights Act and aim to strengthen your autonomy and self-determination as a patient.
To ensure that your rights are upheld, it is important that you actively advocate for your interests and ask questions if you are unsure. You have the right to receive all relevant information about your treatment and to be informed about possible risks and alternatives. If you feel that your rights have been violated, you can first contact the relevant medical facility and express your concerns. If an agreement cannot be reached, you can seek assistance from a patient advisory service or a lawyer specializing in medical law to take legal action.
It is important that you are aware of your rights and actively assert them to receive appropriate and respectful medical treatment. If you have any further questions or need assistance, I am here to help.
Sincerely,
Laura Vollmann
Lawyer specializing in medical law
