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Area of Science:

  • Medical Law and Ethics
  • Surgical Patient Care
  • Health Services Research

Context:

  • The Ministry of Health is evaluating the informed consent process to enhance patient and doctor satisfaction.
  • This study focuses on patient perceptions of technical and logistical aspects of informed consent.

Purpose:

  • To assess patient perceptions of the informed consent process.
  • To evaluate various aspects and variables influencing patient understanding and satisfaction.

Summary:

  • One hundred surgical patients at Ramat Hayal Hospital were interviewed regarding their informed consent experience.
  • The majority found surgeon explanations clear and satisfactory (96-99%), with meetings lasting 10-20 minutes for 70% of patients.
  • Surgeon involvement was universal, though auxiliary material use was low (35%).

Impact:

  • The study confirms the informed consent process at Ramat Hayal Hospital is adequate and legally compliant.
  • Results indicate high adherence to Ministry of Health regulations.
  • Further research will explore the impact of auxiliary materials on informed consent.