PHMCA: Private Hospitals and Medical Clinics Act - Primary legislation governing healthcare institutions and medical practices in Singapore
Mental Capacity Act: Legislation governing decision-making capacity and protection of vulnerable individuals who lack mental capacity to make their own decisions
PDPA: Personal Data Protection Act - Governs the collection, use, disclosure and care of personal data, including medical information
HBRA: Human Biomedical Research Act - Regulates human biomedical research and ensures appropriate consent for medical procedures
SMC ECEG: Singapore Medical Council Ethical Code and Ethical Guidelines - Professional standards and guidelines for medical practitioners
SMC Consent Guidelines: Specific guidelines from Singapore Medical Council on obtaining and documenting informed consent for medical treatment
NMEC Guidelines: National Medical Ethics Committee Guidelines - Ethical frameworks and standards for medical practice in Singapore
Informed Consent Requirements: Legal requirements for disclosure of material risks, treatment alternatives, expected outcomes, and financial implications
Mental Capacity Provisions: Legal framework for assessing patient's decision-making capacity and provisions for deputies/guardians
Data Protection Requirements: Legal obligations regarding collection, storage, protection, and disclosure of medical information
Special Circumstances Provisions: Legal requirements for handling emergency situations, minors, mental health patients, and language barriers
Documentation Standards: Requirements for documenting consent process, witness requirements, and proper medical record-keeping
