UW Health is a comprehensive system of health care providers serving patients at more than 60 clinical locations throughout the state of Wisconsin, 44 of them in Dane County. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of excellence, satisfaction and quality.

 

We are committed to making sure patients, their authorized representatives, guardians and parents of pediatric patients are aware of their rights.

 

If you are the parent or guardian of a child, you may exercise these rights on behalf of your child. Parents or guardians usually give consent for treatment of patients under age 18, except under certain circumstances, such as emergencies.

 

Please do not hesitate to discuss any concerns regarding your medical care and treatment, or any aspect of your hospital stay, with your physicians and nurses.

 

If you feel your concerns are not adequately addressed, please follow the appropriate method to file a complaint through the appropriate Patient Relations department (based on the clinical location in which you were seen).

 

At UW Health you or your authorized representative has the right to:

In addition, please refer to our Policy on Patient Belongings and Valuables. Because patients are responsible for all personal belongings, we provide detailed tips to make sure your valuables are safe within our building.