Confidentiality at IK Psychiatrist Hospital
At Imran khan phychatrist hospital we adhere the confidentiality and privacy of our patients very seriously.
1. All patient information will be treated as confidential, regardless of the medium it is stored in.
2. Patient information will only be accessed on a need-to-know basis.
3. Use of encryption and secure data storage methods will be implemented to prevent unauthorized access.
4. At Imran khan psychiatrist hospital staff are trained on the proper handling of sensitive patient information.
5. Electronic devices such as computers, smartphones, and tablets will be password protected and encrypted.
6. Secure disposal methods will be used for hard copies of patient information.
7. Patients will be informed of how their information will be used and shared.
8. Authorization will be obtained from patients before releasing their information to other healthcare providers or third-party organizations.
9. Confidentiality agreements will be signed by all staff, volunteers, and contractors.
10. Access of patient information by staff outside the normal course of their duties must be recorded.
11. Consent from patients must be obtained before using their information for research purposes.
12. The use of social media to share patient information is prohibited.
13. All staff have a clear understanding of privacy and confidentiality policies and procedures.
14. Patients have the right to access and review their own medical records.
15. Breaches of privacy and confidentiality must be reported and investigated promptly.
