Code of Ethics

Olive Sarvodaya

Code of Ethics – Olive Sarvodaya Hospital

The Code of Ethics at Olive Sarvodaya Hospital is the foundation of our commitment to ethical and compassionate healthcare. It covers every aspect of patient care, professional behavior, organizational values, and social responsibility. These guidelines are designed to ensure that every team member upholds the highest standards while serving patients, supporting colleagues, and contributing to the community.

Core Ethical Principles at Olive Sarvodaya Hospital

We are committed to providing ethical, safe, and respectful care by focusing on three key areas:

Patient-Centred Care:
We uphold patients’ rights to make informed choices, ensure their safety (beneficence), avoid harm (non-maleficence), and provide equal treatment without discrimination (justice).
Professional Integrity:
Our staff maintain high competence through learning, safeguard patient confidentiality, practice honesty and transparency, and manage conflicts of interest responsibly.
Organizational Ethics:
We take accountability for our actions, use resources responsibly (stewardship), comply with legal and medical standards, and constantly improve the quality of our services.

Ethical Conduct, Innovation, and Community Commitment

We follow strong principles to ensure a safe, ethical, and socially responsible environment:

Employee Conduct:
We promote a respectful workplace free from harassment or discrimination, maintain professional boundaries in all relationships, and support whistle-blower protection to report unethical behavior without fear.
Research and Innovation:
All research follows strict ethical guidelines like informed consent and IRB approval. We introduce new technologies or treatments only after careful evaluation of risks and benefits.
Community and Public Health:
We actively participate in improving community health, respond effectively to disasters with priority for vulnerable groups, and advocate for fair healthcare policies and access for all.

Compassion, Ethics, and Fair Partnerships

Our hospital is committed to upholding compassion, ethical decision-making, and transparent business practices:

End-of-Life Care:
We provide respectful and compassionate palliative care to terminally ill patients, always honoring their dignity and personal choices.
Ethical Decision-Making:
An ethics committee is in place to guide complex decisions, and staff are encouraged to seek ethical consultations when needed.
Vendor and Partner Relationships:
We maintain fairness and transparency in all dealings with vendors and partners, strictly avoiding bribes, kickbacks, or any unethical incentives.

Sustainability, Inclusion, and Ethical Enforcement

We are dedicated to protecting the environment, embracing diversity, and ensuring ethical standards are followed:

Environmental Responsibility:
We implement eco-friendly practices to reduce our ecological footprint and ensure safe disposal of medical and hazardous waste to protect public health.
Cultural Competence:
We deliver care that respects diverse cultural beliefs and ensure equal opportunities for all staff and applicants, free from any discrimination.
Implementation and Enforcement:
Our team receives regular ethics training, and we have strong monitoring systems in place. Clear and confidential reporting channels help address any unethical behavior effectively.