1. POLICY

The management of Medical World Clinic are committed to protecting the privacy of our patients. Information collected is kept strictly confidential and used only for medical care of patients.

2. SCOPE

This policy applies to all employees and patients of Medical World.

3. DATA SECURITY

All due care will be taken to ensure the protection of patient privacy during the transfer, storage and use of personal health information.

4. PARENTS/GUARDIANS AND CHILDREN

To protect the rights of a child’s privacy, access to a child’s medical information may at times be restricted for parents and guardians. Release of information may be referred back to the treating Doctor where there professional judgement and the law will be applied.

5. COMPLAINTS

The management of Medical World understands the importance of confidentiality and discretion with the way we manage and maintain the personal information of our patients. The Practice takes complaints and concerns about the privacy of patient’s personal information seriously. Patients should express any privacy concerns in writing. The Practice will then attempt to resolve it in accordance with its complaint resolution process.

6. REVIEW DATE

September 2019

Approved by:
Jamil Muhammed
Medical Director