Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Physician-Patient Privilege.
Physician-Patient Privilege - as a noun
The right of a physician to refuse to divulge confidential information from a patient without the consent of the patient
Example Sentences
"The physician-patient privilege protects the confidentiality of medical information shared between a doctor and a patient."
"The court recognized the importance of upholding physician-patient privilege in this case."
"The attorney sought to obtain the patient's medical records but was denied due to physician-patient privilege."
"The physician-patient privilege can only be waived by the patient or under certain legal circumstances."
"Confidentiality is a key aspect of the physician-patient privilege."
