Thank you for considering participation in our online survey. By proceeding with the survey, you are providing your consent to participate in this research study. The purpose of this study is to assess the level of awareness and knowledge of sign language among physicians in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Additionally, we aim to investigate how this awareness impacts the quality of healthcare provided to deaf and hard-of-hearing patients.

Your participation will involve completing an online survey that assesses your level of awareness and knowledge of sign language. The survey will also include questions about your demographic characteristics. The estimated time required to complete the survey is 5 minutes.

Your responses will be kept confidential and anonymous. Data will be used solely for research purposes and stored securely. No personally identifiable information will be disclosed in any publications or reports resulting from this study. Please note that while efforts will be made to ensure secure data transmission, confidentiality cannot be guaranteed online.

By proceeding with the survey, you confirm that you have read and understood the information provided. Your participation is voluntary, and you consent to participate in this online survey.

Ethical approval number:

UJ-REC-158

The research PI contact email: 

afzakariyah@uj.edu.sa

University of Jeddah, Faculty of Medicine