Effective Date: January 25, 2025
Welcome to the website of Internal Medicine Physicians of Alexandria (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through our website.
1. Information We Collect
When you interact with our website, we may collect:
Personal information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, phone number, email address, and any information submitted through contact or appointment request forms.
Technical information, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and other website usage data collected through cookies and analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
Respond to inquiries and appointment requests.
Communicate with you regarding our services.
Improve the functionality and performance of our website.
Maintain website security and prevent unauthorized activity.
Comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.
3. Medical Information
Please do not submit confidential medical information through this website unless specifically requested. Information submitted through general contact forms is not intended to establish a physician-patient relationship or replace secure medical communications.
4. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may affect certain website features.
5. Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website or providing services, provided they maintain appropriate confidentiality and security measures. We may also disclose information when required by law or to protect our legal rights.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect the personal information we collect. While we strive to use commercially acceptable security measures, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.
7. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. Your Choices
You may contact us at any time to:
Request access to your personal information.
Request corrections to inaccurate information.
Ask questions about how your information is used.
We will respond in accordance with applicable laws.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page along with the updated Effective Date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us: 703-922-6161