Dr Preeti Paliwal is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose your information when you visit our website, schedule an appointment, or interact with our services.
Information We Collect
- Personal Information:
- Name
- Contact Information (Phone number, Email address)
- Medical History (including symptoms, diagnoses, medications)
- Appointment Information (date, time, reason for visit)
- Website Usage Information:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Operating system
- Pages visited
- Date and time of visits
How We Collect Information
- Directly from you: When you schedule an appointment, fill out forms, or communicate with us through our website or other channels.
- Through website usage: By tracking your interactions with our website using cookies and similar technologies.
How We Use Your Information
- To schedule and manage appointments.
- To provide you with medical care and treatment.
- To communicate with you about your appointments, treatment options, and other relevant information.
- To improve our website and services.
- To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
Information Sharing
We may share your information with:
- Healthcare providers: Other doctors, specialists, and healthcare professionals involved in your care.
- Business associates: Companies that provide services to our practice, such as billing services, IT support, and marketing agencies.
- Law enforcement: In response to valid legal requests.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We use a combination of physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to secure your information.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request access to your personal information.
- Correction: Request correction of any inaccurate information.
- Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal information.
- Restriction: Request the restriction of processing your personal information.
- Data portability: Request the transfer of your personal information to another entity.
Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us or 9654871706.
Key Considerations for Doctors
- HIPAA Compliance: Ensure that your Privacy Policy complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other relevant healthcare regulations.
- Transparency: Be transparent about how you collect, use, and share patient information.
- Data Security: Implement robust security measures to protect patient data.
- Patient Consent: Obtain appropriate consent from patients before collecting and using their personal information.
Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal or medical advice.