PRIVACY POLICY

PRIVACY POLICY - DEDICATED TO SAFEGUARDING YOUR PRIVACY

At Dr. Vawda Medical Practice, we are dedicated to safeguarding the privacy of our patients and adhering to the highest standards of data protection. This commitment aligns with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), a South African law governing the handling of personal information by both public and private entities. Our Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, utilize, and safeguard our patients' personal information, which encompasses data that can identify an individual, such as name, address, phone number, email address, and other identifiable details.

Collection of Personal Information

Dr. Vawda Medical Practice collects personal information in various ways. When patients visit our practice, whether in-person or through our website, we may gather data such as IP addresses, browser types, and operating systems to enhance the overall experience. Additionally, when patients make appointments or engage with our medical services, we may require personal details such as name, address, email address, and phone number for record-keeping and communication purposes. We may also use personal information for essential administrative and marketing functions.

Use of Personal Information

We utilize your personal information for various purposes, including processing appointments, communicating with you about your medical care, and responding to your inquiries. Patients may also opt to provide their email addresses to receive updates related to healthcare services, promotions, and practice updates. Patients have the option to unsubscribe from these communications at any time.

Disclosure of Personal Information

We uphold strict confidentiality standards and will not share your personal information with third parties without your explicit consent, except when necessary for appointment processing or to comply with legal obligations. Our service providers, who assist in various practice operations, are bound by confidentiality agreements and may access your information for specific business-related tasks.

Security of Personal Information

Dr. Vawda Medical Practice employs reasonable security measures to protect the confidentiality and integrity of your personal information. We utilize secure servers and encryption protocols to prevent unauthorized access. However, it's important to note that no internet data transmission is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

Access and Correction of Personal Information

Patients have the right to request access to their personal information stored by our practice. Furthermore, you can request corrections or updates to inaccurate or incomplete information. Please reach out to our Information Officer at doc.rvawda@gmail.com to initiate these requests.

Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Dr. Vawda Medical Practice is dedicated to safeguarding patient personal information in compliance with POPIA. We only collect and process personal information for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy and will not use it for any other purposes without your consent. We make reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy and completeness of your personal information. If you have any concerns regarding how we handle your data, please contact our Information Officer at doc.rvawda@gmail.com.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We retain the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed. Any modifications will be posted on our website and become effective immediately upon posting.

Contact Information:

If you have questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at:

Contact Number: (031) 940 3172 (Office Hours)

WhatsApp: 066 213 5278

Email: doc.rvawda@gmail.com

Address: 520 Peter Mokaba Ridge, Essenwood, Berea, 4001

E&OE (Errors and Omissions Excepted). All images used are for illustration purposes only and do not necessarily represent the actual products or services offered by Dr. Vawda Medical Practice .