Enhancing Awareness of Elderly Patients’ Rights in Israeli Geriatric Care

ObjectiveThis paper examines how government health guidelines for geriatric hospitals promote staff awareness of patient rights and establish mechanisms to enhance awareness within the healthcare system.MethodUsing reflexive thematic analysis of 147 Israeli Ministry of Health regulations from 2007 to 2025 governing geriatric hospitals in Israel, this study examines the regulatory framework through which Israeli geriatric hospital policies raise awareness of medical, legal, and ethical rights.ResultsThe analysis reveals three key themes: tools for raising awareness, prioritized areas for awareness, and the main learning groups focused on rights, including patients, their families, and staff.DiscussionThe study underscores the need for a thorough, multifaceted approach to raising awareness. It underscores the importance of continuous education and support for healthcare professionals. The regulations establish mechanisms intended to raise awareness of rights; however, the extent to which these mechanisms achieve awareness in practice remains an area for future inquiry.