Privacy policy
1. Introduction
Dr Freeman and The Medical Aesthetics Studio are dedicated to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our patients' personal information. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and manage your personal information in compliance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
2. Collection of Personal Information
We may collect and hold personal information, including but not limited to:
Name, address, and contact details
Date of birth and gender
Medical history and records
Health insurance information
Financial and billing information
We collect this information to ensure the provision of high-quality medical services and to meet our legal and professional obligations.
3. Use of Personal Information
We use personal information for the following purposes:
Providing medical consultations and treatments
Managing appointments and scheduling
Processing payments and insurance claims
Communicating important clinic updates and relevant healthcare information
4. Disclosure of Personal Information
We may disclose personal information to the following entities:
Healthcare professionals involved in your treatment
Service providers engaged in clinic operations and support services
Government authorities as required by law
Other third parties with your explicit consent or direction
We take all reasonable steps to ensure that any third party receiving personal information complies with the applicable privacy laws.
5. Data Security
We implement comprehensive security measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. These measures include secure data storage, restricted access to personal information, and regular security reviews.
6. Access and Correction
You have the right to access and request correction of your personal information held by The Medical Aesthetics Studio. Please contact our privacy officer if you wish to access or amend your information.
7. Complaints
If you have any concerns or complaints about our privacy practices or believe that your privacy rights have been breached, please contact The Medical Aesthetics Studio immediately. We will promptly investigate and address any complaints received.
8. Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to ensure its compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Any changes will be posted on our website, and the updated policy will become effective upon posting.
9. Contact Information
For any inquiries or concerns regarding our privacy practices or this policy, please reach out at:
Dr. Sally Freeman
The Medical Aesthetics Studio
Suite 9, 394 Samford Road, Gaythorne, QLD, 4051
hello@themas.com.au