PRIVACY POLICY

The Functional Derm

The Functional Derm respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information obtained through our website.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Voluntarily Provide

  • Name, email address, phone number

  • Appointment requests and general inquiries

  • Information submitted through contact or intake forms

B. Automatically Collected Information

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Website usage data via cookies or analytics tools

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and appointment requests

  • Provide administrative and operational support

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell your personal information.

3. Medical Information & HIPAA

Medical information submitted outside of the patient portal or formal intake process is not considered protected health information (PHI).

Once a patient-provider relationship is established, protected health information is governed by our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, provided separately.

4. Cookies & Analytics

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Analyze site traffic

  • Improve functionality

  • Enhance user experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

5. Information Sharing

We may share information:

  • With service providers assisting in website operations

  • To comply with legal obligations

  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of The Functional Derm

All vendors are required to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Opt out of certain communications

Requests may be submitted via the contact information below.

8. Children’s Privacy

This Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

9. Third-Party Websites

This Privacy Policy applies only to this Site. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites linked from our Site.

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact:

The Functional Derm
info@thefunctionalderm.com