Rights & Responsibilities

At Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital, we believe that quality healthcare is built on trust, transparency, respect, and shared responsibility. Every patient has the right to receive clear medical information, safe treatment, and compassionate care, while also supporting a disciplined and respectful hospital environment.

Understanding your rights and responsibilities helps create better coordination between patients, families, doctors, nurses, and the healthcare team.

Rights of Patients

Every patient receiving care at our hospital has the right:

To know about the alternative modes of treatment and understand their advantages and disadvantages
To know about the condition of the patient, whether he or she is seriously ill or otherwise
To refuse treatment in part or in full
To know why investigations are being done and for what purpose
To know the details of investigation reports
To receive a copy of X ray, scan films, or biopsy reports
To know the approximate duration of stay in the hospital
To know the approximate cost of treatment
To understand the billing heads and insist on receipts for any payment made to the hospital
To receive a detailed discharge summary after discharge

Responsibilities of Patients

Patients are expected:

To behave respectfully within the hospital premises and not cause disturbance to other patients or hospital staff in any way
To avoid using intoxicating drugs or alcohol inside the hospital
To strictly avoid entering the hospital under the influence of drugs or alcohol
To follow hospital rules and regulations strictly
To use water and electricity responsibly and economically
Not to enter restricted areas of the hospital without permission
To keep their belongings and money safe and secure

Healthcare works best when patients and healthcare providers work together with mutual respect and understanding. We are committed to delivering safe, transparent, and patient centered care while creating a healing environment built on trust, dignity, and responsibility.

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