Effective Date: March 10, 2025

Welcome to Northside Family Medicine. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, https://www.northsidefamilymed.com. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy while providing you with quality healthcare services.

 

1. Introduction

At Northside Family Medicine, we understand that your privacy is important. This Privacy Policy applies to any information collected through our website and outlines our practices regarding personal data. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy.

 

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with our website:

• Names: To address you appropriately and personalize our communications.

• Email Addresses: For sending appointment confirmations, reminders, and any necessary follow-up information.

• Phone Numbers: To contact you regarding your appointment scheduling and to provide support if needed.

• Appointment Scheduling Data: Information captured when you use our online appointment scheduling feature (e.g., appointment date, time, and any message/details included).

We only collect information that is voluntarily provided by you when using designated features on our site.

 

3. How We Use Your Information

The personal information we collect is used exclusively for fulfilling the following purposes:

• Appointment Scheduling: Your provided details allow us to schedule, confirm, and manage appointments with Dr. Haroon Rashid, MD, and our other healthcare staff.

• Communication: We use your information to send you reminders and important updates related to your appointment or health services.

• Customer Support: If you reach out via our contact page, your information helps us understand and address your inquiries effectively.

We do not use your data for any unauthorized marketing or promotional purposes without your explicit consent.

 

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Your privacy is paramount. Therefore:

• No Third-Party Sharing: We do not share, sell, or distribute your personal information to third parties such as insurance companies or other healthcare providers.

• Compliance with Law: In rare cases, we may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests.

All disclosures are made only when necessary and in a manner that protects your privacy.

 

5. User Rights

You have control over your personal information. Under this policy, you have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

• Correction: Ask for corrections if you believe your information is inaccurate or incomplete.

• Deletion: Request removal of your data from our systems, subject to any legal obligations to retain certain records.

To exercise these rights, please visit our contact page and send us a message detailing your request.

 

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website utilizes cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your online experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device, which help us:

• Understand your browsing preferences.

• Improve the functionality of our website.

• Analyze website traffic and overall performance.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may impact the availability of certain features or services on our website.

 

7. Children's Privacy

We are committed to protecting children’s privacy online. Northside Family Medicine does not knowingly collect any personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately, and we will promptly delete the information.

 

8. Data Security

We employ robust security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure Servers: Utilization of secure servers and encryption technologies.

• Access Controls: Limiting access to personal data to only those employees or contractors who need it to perform their functions.

• Regular Audits: Conducting periodic security reviews to ensure that our data protection practices remain up to date.

Although we take every precaution to safeguard your information, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. By using our website, you understand and accept this inherent risk.

 

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When your data is no longer needed, we ensure it is securely deleted or anonymized.

 

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this page regularly for any updates. Any material changes will be communicated clearly on our website.

 

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please do not hesitate to reach out via our Contact Us page. We welcome your inquiries and are dedicated to addressing any issues or suggestions you may have.

For additional assistance or further information, you can also contact us through the following:

• Doctor Name: Dr. Haroon Rashid, MD, MPH Board Certified in Family Practice

• Phone: +1 770-781-9824

• Email: northsidewt05@gmail.com

• Address: 205 Canton Rd, Cumming, GA 30040, United States

 

Thank you for choosing Northside Family Medicine. We value your trust and are committed to ensuring your personal information is handled securely and responsibly.