Patient Rights for Turkey Dental Implant
At Turkey Dental Implant, we are committed to providing exceptional care and ensuring our patients are fully informed and empowered throughout their treatment journey. Your rights as a patient are paramount to us. Below are the key rights you hold during your treatment with us, in accordance with both international best practices and relevant Turkish legislation, including the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK).
Your Fundamental Patient Rights
Right to Information: You have the right to receive full and understandable information about your diagnosis, proposed treatment plan, alternative treatments, the risks and benefits of each option, estimated costs, and expected outcomes. This includes detailed information about any procedures, medications, and the qualifications of the healthcare professionals involved.
Right to Choose and Consent: You have the right to freely choose your healthcare provider and treatment plan. Before any procedure, you have the right to give informed consent, meaning you fully understand and agree to the proposed treatment without coercion. You also have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.
Right to Privacy and Confidentiality: Your personal and health information will be kept strictly confidential. We are committed to protecting your data in accordance with the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK) and GDPR principles. Your information will only be shared with other healthcare providers or third parties with your explicit consent, or when legally required.
Right to Access Medical Records: You have the right to access your medical records and obtain copies of your treatment history, test results, and other relevant documents.
Right to Safety and Quality Care: You have the right to receive high-quality dental care in a safe and hygienic environment. This includes the right to proper sterilization, use of reputable materials, and adherence to professional standards.
Right to Pain Management: You have the right to appropriate pain management before, during, and after any dental procedure.
Right to a Second Opinion: You are entitled to seek a second opinion regarding your diagnosis or treatment plan from another healthcare professional.
Right to Make a Complaint: If you have any concerns, complaints, or suggestions regarding your treatment or the services provided, you have the right to express them without fear of reprisal. We are committed to addressing your feedback promptly and effectively.
Right to Interpreter Services: If language is a barrier, you have the right to receive necessary interpreter services to ensure clear communication with your healthcare team.
Right to Decline or Discontinue Treatment: You have the right to decline any recommended treatment or discontinue a course of treatment at any stage, provided you are informed of the potential health consequences.
Right to Dignity and Respect: You have the right to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion at all times, regardless of your background, beliefs, or health condition.
Your Data Protection Rights (KVKK and GDPR)
In addition to the patient rights above, you also have specific rights regarding your personal data as outlined in our Privacy Policy:
Right to be Informed: To know whether your personal data is being processed, and to obtain information about the processing.
Right to Rectification: To request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): To request the deletion or destruction of your personal data under certain conditions.
Right to Restriction of Processing: To request the restriction of the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.
Right to Data Portability: To receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format, and to transmit those data to another controller.
Right to Object: To object to the processing of your personal data under certain conditions.
Right to Lodge a Complaint: To lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.
How to Exercise Your Rights
Should you wish to exercise any of these rights, or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can find our contact details and information on how to submit a formal request on our website, including our Personal Information Removal Request Form.
At Turkey Dental Implant, your well-being and satisfaction are our top priorities. We encourage you to speak openly with our team about any concerns you may have.