Patients’ rights and responsibilities
There are several legal provisions that protect the patients’ rights in the UAE. Read about the patients' rights and responsibilities.
Submit a medical complaint
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Complain against private health facilities and their medical staff - Ministry of Health and Prevention
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Request for submitting a medical error complaint- Department of health -Abu Dhabi.
Provisions for patients' rights and responsibilities
The UAE Government guarantees the patients their rights and obligates them with responsibilities. Patients' rights and responsibilities are listed in the patient's charter of rights and responsibilities which are displayed at all clinics and hospitals. Patients can file complaints about improper service or malpractices to the respective health authorities.
Find out the Ministerial Resolution No. 14 of 2021 on the Patient’s Rights and Responsibilities Charter.
Related links:
- Patients and their Families Advisory Council- EHS
- Patient protection plan- Dubai Health Experience
- Patient and family rights and responsibilities.
