PRIVACY POLICY
Effective Date: 1/07/25
At Vivian A. Sorkin, DMD (“we,” “us,” or “our”), protecting your privacy is a priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, contact us, or use our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Your name, phone number, email address, mailing address, and other contact details you provide.
- Health Information: Dental or medical information shared for treatment purposes.
- Website Usage Data: Non-identifiable data such as your IP address, browser type, and pages viewed on our website.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Schedule and manage appointments
- Provide dental and periodontal care
- Respond to inquiries and send appointment reminders
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your data is shared only in the following circumstances:
- With dental professionals and staff directly involved in your care
- With service providers necessary for operational needs (e.g., appointment scheduling or payment processing)
- When required by law or regulatory authorities
4. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help analyze website usage and improve functionality.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and update your personal information
- Request deletion of your data, subject to legal and medical record retention requirements
- Opt out of non-essential communications at any time
6. Data Security
We use technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and you use our services at your own risk.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
Vivian A. Sorkin, DMD
7704 Matapeake Business Dr, STE 175
Brandywine, MD 20613
Phone: (301) 643-2020
Email: [email protected]
For HIPAA-related inquiries, please include “HIPAA Request” in the subject line of your email.