PATIENT RIGHTS

1. Access to Services in General:
   Everyone has the right to benefit from activities promoting healthy living and preventive health services within the framework of justice and equity principles.
2. Access to Services with Equality:
   Everyone has the right to receive services regardless of race, language, religion, sect, gender, political opinion, philosophical belief, economic or social status.
3. Right to Information:
   Everyone has the right to learn what services and facilities are available.
4. Choice and Change of Institution:
   Everyone has the right to choose the healthcare institution and to benefit from the healthcare services provided at the chosen institution.
5. Right to Know, Choose, and Change Personnel:
   Everyone has the right to know the identity, duties, and titles of the physicians and other healthcare personnel providing services, as well as to choose or change them.
6. Right to Request Information:
   Everyone has the right to request any information regarding their health condition both verbally and in writing.
7. Privacy:
   Everyone has the right to receive healthcare services in an environment that ensures confidentiality.
8. Consent and Permission:
   Everyone has the right to give consent for medical interventions and to benefit from services within the scope of their consent.
9. Refusal and Discontinuation:
   Everyone has the right to refuse treatment or request its discontinuation.
10. Safety:
    Everyone has the right to receive healthcare services in a safe environment.
11. Fulfilling Religious Duties:
    Everyone has the right to practice their religious duties within the institution’s capacity and the measures taken by the administration.
12. Respect for Human Values and Dignity:
    Everyone has the right to receive healthcare services with respect, care, attention, kindness, compassion, and courtesy.
13. Comfort:
    Everyone has the right to receive healthcare services in an environment with hygienic conditions where all disturbing and noisy factors are eliminated.
14. Visitation:
    Everyone has the right to accept visitors in accordance with the rules and procedures determined by institutions.
15. Companionship:
    Everyone has the right to request a companion within the scope of regulations, institutional facilities, and if approved by the physician.
16. Right to Apply, Complain, and Litigate:
    Everyone has the right to exercise all application, complaint, and litigation rights if they believe their rights have been violated.
17. Continuous Service:
    Everyone has the right to benefit from healthcare services as long as needed.

PATIENT RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsibility to Provide Information
   Patients are obliged to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information about their health condition.
2. Responsibility to Comply with Treatment
   Patients are responsible for following the recommended treatment plan and adhering to their doctors’ instructions.
3. Responsibility for Timely Application
   Patients are responsible for seeking medical attention in a timely manner for their health issues.
4. Responsibility to Respect the Rights of Other Patients
   Patients must respect the rights and privacy of other patients.
5. Responsibility to Keep Health Information Updated
   Patients must provide healthcare providers with updated information about their medical history and current condition.
6. Financial Responsibility
   Patients are responsible for fulfilling the financial obligations of the healthcare services they receive.
7. Responsibility to Cooperate
   Patients should cooperate with healthcare professionals and contribute to the treatment process.
8. Emergency Information Responsibility
   Patients must fully provide emergency information to healthcare professionals in urgent situations.
9. Medication Usage Responsibility
   Patients are responsible for using prescribed medications properly and reporting any missed doses or side effects.
10. Responsibility for Appointment Cancellation or Changes
    Patients must inform the healthcare institution in a timely manner if they wish to cancel or reschedule appointments.
11. Responsibility to Be Informed About Their Own Health
    Patients must learn about their health condition and make informed decisions.
12. Responsibility for Health Screening and Check-ups
    Patients are responsible for participating in recommended health screenings and check-ups.