Issues around information sharingConfidentiality might be defined as a situation in which information must be kept between the doctor and patient. Information can only be shared with other parties if the patient gives their expressed permission.

Confidentiality is necessary because it builds trust between the doctor and patient, allowing patients to disclose vital information, which they would not otherwise disclose.

Many improper disclosures are unintentional. You should not share identifiable information about patients where you can be overheard, for example, in a public place or via social media where confidential information incorrectly addressed might suddenly become globally available to anyone on the Internet. Confidentiality, privacy and disclosure Home Content Glossary Help Back Next