Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 3, 2024
Last Updated: September 3, 2024
1. Introduction
At Chicago Heart & Vascular Specialists (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website < chicagoheartvascular.com > (the “Site”).
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use our Site:
2.1 Personal Information: Personal information that you provide to us directly, such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you submit through contact forms, appointment requests, or other communications.
2.2 Non-Personal Information: Information that is automatically collected when you visit our Site, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior. This may include cookies and similar technologies that help us understand how you interact with our Site.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
3.1 Providing Services: To respond to your inquiries, process appointment requests, and provide you with the services you request.
3.2 Communication: To send you information about our services, updates, and important notices. You may opt-out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails.
3.3 Improving Our Site: To analyze usage patterns and improve the functionality and user experience of our Site.
3.4 Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes, and to protect our rights and the rights of others.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Site, conducting our business, or providing services to you. These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and only use it for the purposes for which it was shared.
4.2 Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Chicago Heart & Vascular Specialists, our patients, or others.
4.3 Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze how you use our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and provide personalized content.
5.1 Types of Cookies Used:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of our Site.
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Site.
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings.
- Targeting Cookies: Provide relevant advertisements and track ad performance.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, and disclosure. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights
You have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
7.1 Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
7.2 Correction: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
7.3 Deletion: You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal obligations.
7.4 Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in the emails we send.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page and update the “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Chicago Heart & Vascular Specialists
7447 W. Talcott Avenue, Suite 304
Chicago IL 60631
Email: contact@chicagoheartvascular.com
Phone: (773) 631-0869
By using our Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.