8 . F . BOARD ACTION 8 . F . 1 . Final Decision of the Board :
( a ) Within 30 days after the Board ( i ) considers the appeal as a review panel , ( ii ) receives a recommendation from a separate review panel , or ( iii ) receives the hearing panel ’ s report and recommendation when no appeal has been requested , the Board will consider the matter and take final action .
( b ) The Board may review any information that it deems relevant , including , but not limited to , the findings and recommendations of the MEC , hearing panel , and review panel ( if applicable ).
( c ) The Board may adopt , modify , or reverse any recommendation it receives or refer the matter for further review and recommendation to any individual or committee . Consistent with its ultimate legal authority for the operation of the Hospital and the quality of care provided , the Board may also make its own decision .
( d ) The Board will render its final decision in writing , including the basis for its decision . The final decision will be sent by special notice to the individual . A copy will also be provided to the Chief of Staff .
( e ) Except where the matter is referred by the Board for further review , the final decision of the Board will be effective immediately and will not be subject to further review .
8 . F . 2 . Right to One Hearing and One Appeal Only : No individual will be entitled to more than one hearing and one appeal on any matter .
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