Patient Rights & Responsibilities
The Right Care at the Right Time
Patient Rights & Responsibilities
Thank you for choosing Central Hospital Gujranwala for your medical care. We believe that well-informed patients have a more comfortable and successful experience. The purpose of this patient guide is to provide information about your stay and answer frequently asked questions. Here is what to expect during your healthcare services at Central Hospital Gujranwala.
Patient Rights
- To expect complete privacy of the medical information provided to the hospital and of all aspects of their care
- To request a second opinion on any treatment that is suggested or done while in the hospital
- To be treated with compassion and respect at all times while being treated
- To have family members or another person involved in their medical care and decisions at the patient’s request
- Every patient has the right to be given effective communication and written information appropriate to their ability to understand
- Every patient has the right to be given information regarding reasonable alternatives to their care
- Every patient has the right to refuse medical treatment and surgical treatment
- All patients have the right to be treated in a safe setting free of abuse or harassment and neglect
- Patients should be informed at all times of any unanticipated outcomes of treatment and care.
Patient Responsibilities
- To respect hospital staff
- To respect hospital property
- To provide the hospital with accurate and complete information about your medical history
- Ask your caregivers for more information if you do not understand your illness or treatment
- To provide the hospital with necessary payment and/or insurance information
- To abide by hospital rules and regulations
- To pay your bills on time
Mutual Respect: Central Hospital Gujranwala treats all patients and their attendants with courtesy and respect. Our staff expects the same from patients and their attendants so that we can all work together towards providing the best healing environment for all of our patients.
Consent Forms: When admitted to Central Hospital Gujranwala, you will be asked to review and sign certain consent forms. These forms ensure agreement between you and the hospital staff regarding various considerations of your treatment. Review these forms in detail, as your signature represents your full agreement to the terms and conditions listed. Our goal is complete transparency with our patients.