1. Introduction

Welcome to the website of Dr. Samanta Dhulipala, a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal and medical information when you visit our website or engage in consultations. By using our website and services, you agree to these terms.

2. Information We Collect

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and contact details you provide.
• Medical Information: Medical history and health details you voluntarily share.
• Usage Data: Information about your website visit, including IP address and browser type.
• Communication Data: Correspondence or feedback via email, forms, or consultations.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To respond to inquiries and provide medical guidance
• To manage appointments and follow-up consultations
• To enhance our website, services, and patient experience
• To ensure security, prevent fraud, and comply with applicable laws
• To send relevant health communications if you’ve opted in

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information:

• With trusted service providers who assist in website operations
• With legal authorities if required by law
• With other healthcare professionals for referrals (with your consent)

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your information. However, no electronic method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal limitations)
• Object to processing of your data
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Opt-out of non-essential communications

7. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law, regulation, or insurance requirements.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.

9. Cookies

We use cookies to improve user experience and website functionality. You can modify your browser settings to manage cookies, though some features may not function properly.

10. Informed Consent

We obtain informed consent before collecting any medical information. Medical records are securely stored and only shared with your explicit consent.

11. Emergency Situations

In emergency or critical situations, we may share your medical data with emergency services, hospitals, or other healthcare providers without prior written consent if necessary to:

• Ensure your immediate safety or the safety of your unborn child
• Provide time-sensitive medical intervention
• Coordinate urgent care with other specialists
• Protect your vital interests or those of another person

In such circumstances, oral consent will be sought when possible, but treatment and data sharing may proceed without consent if:

• You are physically or mentally incapable of providing consent
• Immediate action is required to prevent serious harm
• Delaying care to obtain written consent would pose a risk to health

All emergency data transfers will be documented and limited to the minimum information necessary for emergency treatment. You will be informed of any such transfers as soon as reasonably possible after the emergency situation has been addressed.

12. Age Restrictions

Our services are intended for adults who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect or solicit information from individuals under 18 years of age. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a person under 18, we will promptly take steps to delete such data.

13. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred and processed in countries with different privacy laws. By using our services, you consent to such transfers.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted with an updated effective date.

15. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at contact@fetalclub.com.