Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1/1/2025

Welcome to After Ours Obgyn (“we,” “us,” “our”). We value the privacy of our patients and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.afteroursobgyn.com (“Site”) or otherwise engage with our services, including our text messaging (SMS) services.

By using our Site or text messaging services, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use our Site or services.

1. Information We Collect

1. Personal Information

   • Contact details such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.

   • Medical or health information you provide if you request or schedule appointments or submit inquiries.

2. Automatic Data Collection

   • Log and Usage Data: We may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity (e.g., IP address, browser type, time spent on pages, and referring URLs) when you visit our Site.

   • Cookies: We may use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. You can set your browser to refuse all or some cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent.

3. Text Message (SMS) Information

   • Opt-In and Consent: If you opt in to receive text messages from us (e.g., appointment reminders, updates, or other information), we collect your mobile phone number and record your consent.

   • Message Data: We may collect details of the messages sent and received, including the date, time, and content of the messages.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes including, but not limited to:

1. Providing Services:

   • Scheduling and confirming appointments.

   • Communicating important updates, reminders, or health-related information via email, phone, or SMS.

2. Improving Our Site and Services:

   • Monitoring and analyzing usage trends to enhance user experience.

   • Troubleshooting technical issues and maintaining Site security.

3. Patient Support and Communication:

   • Responding to inquiries, questions, and feedback you submit through the Site or via text messages.

   • Sending administrative information, such as changes to our terms, conditions, and policies.

4. Legal and Compliance:

   • Complying with legal obligations and cooperating with law enforcement if necessary.

   • Protecting our rights, privacy, safety, or property.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We do not share or sell your personal information to third parties for marketing or promotional purposes. Specifically:

• No Mobile Information Sharing: No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. We treat all text messaging (SMS) opt-in data and consent as confidential and do not share it with third parties.

• Service Providers: We may share personal information with trusted third-party vendors or service providers who assist us in operating our Site, conducting our business, or providing services to you (e.g., cloud hosting providers or SMS delivery vendors). These service providers are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.

• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

4. SMS Text Messaging

If you opt in to receive SMS text messages from After Ours Obgyn, please note the following:

• Message Frequency: The frequency of messages may vary depending on your interaction with our services.

• Message and Data Rates: Standard message and data rates may apply for any text messages sent or received according to the terms and conditions of your mobile provider.

• Opt Out: To stop receiving SMS messages, you may reply “STOP” to any of our messages. If you need assistance or information, reply “HELP” or contact us directly at [phone number] or email us at [email address].

• Consent Records: We will maintain a record of your opt-in consent for compliance purposes.

5. Data Security

We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational security measures designed to protect the security of any personal information we process. However, please understand that no security system is impenetrable. While we strive to protect your personal information, you acknowledge that there is a risk of unauthorized access to or alteration of your data.

6. Retention of Data

We will retain your personal information, including any SMS records, only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law (e.g., medical records retention policies).

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child under 13 has provided personal information to us, please contact us so we can delete such information.

8. Third-Party Websites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on where you reside, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as:

• Access and Correction: You can request access to or correction of your personal information at any time.

• Deletion and Removal: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., medical record retention laws).

• Opt Out of Communications: You can unsubscribe from our email communications at any time by clicking on the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of the emails or by contacting us directly. For SMS, you can reply “STOP” to opt out of future text messages.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised policy. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our privacy practices.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or comments about this Privacy Policy or would like to exercise any of your rights, please contact us.

By using our Site or services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.