1. GENERAL STATEMENT OF PRIVACY
This Privacy Policy (hereinafter referred to as the "Policy") governs the manner in which Dr. Mayank Patel, MBBS(hereinafter referred to as "We," "Us," or "Our") collects, uses, maintains, and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of the website located at https://drmayankpatel.com (hereinafter referred to as the "Website").
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Policy is drafted in accordance with the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000 and the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011.
2. COLLECTION OF PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit our site, subscribe to the newsletter, fill out a form, and in connection with other activities, services, features, or resources we make available on our Website.
2.1 Types of Data Collected:
- Identity Data: Name, username, or similar identifier.
- Contact Data: Email address (specifically when subscribing to updates or leaving comments).
- Technical Data: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, time zone setting and location, browser plug-in types and versions, operating system and platform, and other technology on the devices you use to access this Website.
2.2 Voluntary Submission: We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personally identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Website-related activities.
3. NON-PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with our Website. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer, and technical information about Users' means of connection to our Website, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilized and other similar information.
4. WEB BROWSER COOKIES
Our Website may use "cookies" to enhance User experience. User's web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them.
4.1 Third-Party Cookies: We may use third-party services, such as Google Analytics 4, to monitor and analyze the use of our Service. We use Google Consent Mode v2 with analytics storage and ad storage denied by default. Analytics data is collected only if you opt in. We disable Google Signals and ad personalization and do not intentionally send personally identifiable information (such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers). You can opt out at any time using our consent controls or the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
4.2 User Control: You may choose to set your web browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you do so, note that some parts of the Website may not function properly.
5. HOW WE USE COLLECTED INFORMATION
Dr. Mayank Patel, MBBS may collect and use Users' personal information for the following purposes:
- To Improve Customer Service: Information you provide helps us respond to your customer service requests and support needs more efficiently.
- To Personalize User Experience: We may use information in the aggregate to understand how our Users as a group use the services and resources provided on our Website.
- To Send Periodic Emails: If User decides to opt-in to our mailing list, they will receive emails that may include medical news, updates, related product or service information, etc. If at any time the User would like to unsubscribe from receiving future emails, we include detailed unsubscribe instructions at the bottom of each email.
6. PROTECTION OF INFORMATION
We adopt appropriate data collection, storage, and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information, and data stored on our Website.
6.1 SSL Technology: The Website is secured via Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology. However, no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. SHARING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
We do not sell, trade, or rent Users' personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates, and advertisers for the purposes outlined above.
7.1 Third-Party Service Providers: We may use third-party service providers to help us operate our business and the Website or administer activities on our behalf, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. We may share your information with these third parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given us your permission.
8. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND HEALTH DATA
Important Notice Regarding Medical Information: If you leave a comment on this Website, the information entered in the comment field is publicly visible. You are strictly advised NOT to post sensitive personal health information (e.g., medical history, diagnosis, medication lists) in the comments section.
We assume no liability for any personal or sensitive medical information you choose to disclose in public areas of the Website. Such disclosure is done at your own risk.
9. COMPLIANCE WITH CHILDREN'S ONLINE PRIVACY PROTECTION ACT
Protecting the privacy of the very young is especially important. For that reason, we never collect or maintain information at our Website from those we actually know are under 13, and no part of our website is structured to attract anyone under 13.
10. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
Dr. Mayank Patel, MBBS has the discretion to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the top of this page. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this Privacy Policy periodically and become aware of modifications.
11. YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS
By using this Website, you signify your acceptance of this Policy. If you do not agree to this Policy, please do not use our Website. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of changes to this Policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
12. CONTACTING US
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at:
Dr. Mayank Patel, MBBS
Email: drmayankmd@protonmail.com