On 21 December 2001 changes to the Privacy Act came into effect. These changes increase your rights to privacy.

I understand that I am not obliged to provide information requested of me, but failure to do so may compromise the quality of health care that I receive.
I understand that data from my medical records including images may be presented or published at lectures or in professional journals. Iunderstand that I shall not be identifiable by name in any such publication or use, nor will my personal information be relased.
I understand that in some parts my facial features may be visible in images. I understand that photographs shall remain the property of Eyes & Faces.

An essential part of your agreement at this practice is that you will carry out instructions closely and accurately. This includes but is not limited to; attendance to follow-up consultations, consultation with other practitioners, surgery where required and medical treatment. We aim to ensure your complete understanding of your treatment, however if you remain unsure, it is assumed you will seek clarification. Failure to commit to this agreement may compromise treatment and further management.

Your consultation and treatment is private and protected by NSW Privacy Laws Act. In addition the Privacy Act requires your agreement to release information relating to your care to nominated parties. Information which is given to you by the Doctor and/or any member in relation to Eyes & Faces remains confidential and the property of Eyes and Faces. All medical records remain the property of Eyes. Any public communication in relation to you; your treatment and / or surgery remains the property of Dr Anthony Maloof and Eyes & Faces unless a written release is provided, or legal requests with appropriate consent from authorised legal bodies.
I understand that if my information is to be used for any other purpose than those set out above, further consent will be obtained from myself.