Medical Registration Act: Primary legislation governing medical practitioners and healthcare services registration in Singapore
Healthcare Services Act 2020: Key legislation regulating healthcare services and establishing standards for healthcare provision in Singapore
Mental Capacity Act: Legislation relevant when patient lacks mental capacity to provide consent, establishing framework for decision-making
Private Hospitals and Medical Clinics Act: Regulates private healthcare facilities and establishes compliance requirements for medical procedures
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal medical information and data protection requirements
SMC Ethical Code and Guidelines: Singapore Medical Council's guidelines establishing ethical standards and professional conduct for medical practitioners
National Medical Ethics Committee Guidelines: Framework for ethical medical practice and decision-making in Singapore healthcare
MOH Treatment Guidelines: Ministry of Health's specific guidelines on medical treatment procedures and consent requirements
Informed Consent Requirements: Mandatory elements including procedure disclosure, risks, benefits, alternatives, outcomes, and costs
Capacity Assessment Requirements: Guidelines for determining patient's mental capacity, age considerations, and next-of-kin authority
Documentation Standards: Requirements for patient identification, healthcare provider details, specific consented procedures, and witness requirements
Language and Communication Standards: Requirements for clear communication, translation needs, and ensuring patient understanding of consent
