DermGroup NYC
Effective Date: November 13, 2026
At DermGroup NYC, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through our website, https://dermgroupnyc.com, and our digital communications.
By using our website, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when contacting our office, requesting an appointment, completing online forms, or communicating with us.
This information may include:
* Full name
* Email address
* Telephone or mobile phone number
* Appointment requests and scheduling information
* Information submitted through contact forms
* Other information voluntarily provided to our office
We may also automatically collect certain technical information, including IP addresses, browser types, device information, and website usage data.
2. How We Use Your Information
DermGroup NYC may use collected information to:
* Respond to inquiries and requests
* Schedule, confirm, and manage appointments
* Send appointment reminders and office notifications
* Provide information about our services
* Improve website functionality and patient experience
* Maintain administrative and business operations
* Comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements
We use personal information only for legitimate business, administrative, and healthcare-related purposes.
3. SMS and Text Message Communications
By voluntarily providing your mobile phone number and expressly opting in to receive SMS communications, you consent to receive text messages from DermGroup NYC.
Messages may include appointment confirmations, reminders, scheduling updates, and other office-related notifications.
* Message frequency may vary.
* Message and data rates may apply.
* Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time.
* Reply HELP for assistance.
* SMS consent is not a condition of purchasing services or receiving medical care.
SMS Privacy Protection: We do not sell, rent, or share mobile phone numbers or SMS opt-in consent information with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes. SMS consent information will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
Information may be shared with service providers solely as necessary to deliver authorized communications and support our operations, subject to applicable privacy protections.
4. Sharing of Information
DermGroup NYC does not sell personal information.
We may disclose information to authorized service providers who assist with website hosting, appointment scheduling, communications, or other business operations.
Information may also be disclosed when required by law, to protect our legal rights, or as otherwise permitted by applicable regulations.
5. Patient Information and HIPAA
DermGroup NYC recognizes the importance of protecting patient health information.
Protected Health Information (PHI), when applicable, is handled in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable privacy laws.
This website Privacy Policy does not replace our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which separately describes how patient medical information may be used and disclosed and explains patients’ rights regarding their health information.
Patients should avoid submitting sensitive medical information through general website contact forms unless the form is specifically designated as secure.
6. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, understand visitor interactions, and enhance user experience.
You may adjust your browser settings to limit or disable cookies. Certain website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or misuse.
However, no internet-based transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
8. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services.
DermGroup NYC is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of external websites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any third-party services they access.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with applicable laws, resolve disputes, and meet legitimate business or healthcare recordkeeping obligations.
10. Your Privacy Choices
You may contact DermGroup NYC to request information about your personal data, update inaccurate contact information, or inquire about available privacy rights.
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to a text message.
Requests involving medical records or protected health information are subject to applicable healthcare privacy laws and our Notice of Privacy Practices.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended to collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without appropriate parental or legal guardian consent.
If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child in violation of applicable law, we will take appropriate steps to address the matter.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
DermGroup NYC reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website following changes constitutes acknowledgment of the revised policy.
13. Contact Us
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, personal information, or SMS communications, please contact:
DermGroup NYC
Website: https://dermgroupnyc.com
Contact: Through our website’s official contact page.
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