For the past 10 years, patients' rights have been regulated by the Act on Patients' Rights and Patients' Ombudsman. In this law, we will find an explanation of various concepts such as patient, loved one, medical records and a broad catalogue of patient rights. We will also find there...
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The patient has the right to be informed about his/her condition. This is a fundamental right of the patient, which should be exercised fully and in a way that the patient understands. In the case of minors or incapacitated persons, health information may be provided to...
Right to Information
The patient has the right to be informed about his/her condition. This is a fundamental right of the patient, which should be exercised fully and in a way that the patient understands. In the case of minors or incapacitated persons, health information may be provided to...
Right of Expression of Consent
The patient makes the final choice as to which medical act will be performed on him or her. Therefore, this decision by the patient must be an informed one, i.e. the patient must receive comprehensive information from the doctor about the chosen medical action. At the point when the patient ...
Additional Opinion
As patients, we have the right to seek an additional opinion from another doctor, nurse or midwife, whether in outpatient or inpatient care. We do not have to justify our request and doctors, nurses and midwives are obliged to take it into account....
Medical Records
The patient's right of access to medical records is an important right in Poland. Medical records contain information about a patient's state of health and the medical procedures performed on them. The patient or a person authorised by the patient has the right to inspect the...
Dignity and intimacy
The patient has the right to be informed about his/her condition. This is a fundamental right of the patient, which should be exercised fully and in a way that the patient understands. In the case of minors or incapacitated persons, health information may be provided to...
Dr Olaf Lubas recommended publications
I would encourage you to read the book 'Conversations on Death and Dying' by Dr Elizabeth Rose, which has highlighted the need for end of life care and the risks of medical. This is an important position to help you understand the issues surrounding care....
Prof. Ewa Baum Recommends publication: Education in Central and Northern Europe
I recommend to you the monograph entitled. 'Schooling in Central and Northern Europe. On the need for transcultural education: social, ethical, musical and health aspects". The book, published in Polish and English, addresses topics related to education...
Prof. Ewa Baum Recommends publication The Village Effect
I recommend reading the book 'The Village Effect' by Susan Painter. This book tells the story of how face-to-face contact can affect our health, happiness and intelligence. The Polish edition of this popular science item was published in 2015 by...
Recommended publications - Clinical communication
The book 'The bible of clinical communication' by Professors Superman Kurs and Driver is well worth reading. The book presents the Cambridge guidelines model, describing 72 skills related to clinical communication. It is based on research and examples, through...
Prof. Paweł Łuków - Moral and emotional specificity of the experience of illness
Illness is not only a physical suffering, but also a moral and emotional specificity. Often people think it won't happen to them, but in reality illness stirs up emotions and moral distress. As doctors, it is important to be prepared for these aspects of illness and to focus...
Prof. Paweł Łuków - Values in the doctor-patient relationship
Illness is not only a physical suffering, but also a moral and emotional specificity. Often people think it won't happen to them, but in reality illness stirs up emotions and moral distress. As doctors, it is important to be prepared for these aspects of illness and to focus...
Prof. Paweł Łuków - Cooperation in the medical professional - patient relationship
The patient-doctor relationship requires honest and open communication. The doctor should be honest and frank with the patient in order to be able to help them in the best possible way. The patient, in turn, should be prepared to hear the truth about his or her condition and to answer questions that...
Prof. Paweł Łuków - Patient welfare
Modern medicine is paying increasing attention to communication between doctor and patient. Correct and effective communication can contribute to better patient wellbeing and more effective therapy. Here are some tips that can help improve...