1. Information We Collect

• We may collect the following types of information:
  • Personal Information: When you contact us or schedule an appointment, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other relevant personal details.

• • Health Information: In the course of providing medical services, we may collect health-related data, which will be handled in accordance with HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act).

• • Usage Data: We may collect information about how you interact with our website, such as IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited.

2. How We Use Your Information

• We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
  • To provide and improve our medical services.

• • To respond to your inquiries and schedule appointments.

• • To send you appointment reminders, health tips, and promotional materials (if you’ve opted-in).

• • To enhance the functionality and user experience of our website.

3. Sharing Your Information

• No phone/mobile number information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties. However, we may share your data:
  • With healthcare providers, partners, or affiliates involved in your care.

• • To comply with legal or regulatory requirements, or in response to legal requests.

• • With third-party service providers who help us operate our website or manage business functions (e.g., payment processing, email marketing).

4. Data Security

• We take reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

5. Your Rights

• You have the right to:
• Access, update, or delete your personal information.

6. Changes to This Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

7. Contact Us

• If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

North Shore Foot and Ankle
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