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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 6/18/2025

Janusz Plawner, MD – Urologist in NY & NJ (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of our patients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website at https://urologistplawner.com (“Website”) or submit an inquiry using the contact form at https://urologistplawner.com/contact/.

By using our Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we manage your personal information, please contact us:

Janusz Plawner, MD – Urologist in NY & NJ
 205 East 78th Street
 New York, NY 10075-1243
 Phone: 212-737-2330
 Email: [email protected]

2. Definitions

  • Website – https://urologistplawner.com, including all web pages, contact forms, and services.
  • Personal Data – Any information that identifies or can be used to identify an individual, such as name, email, phone number, and health-related inquiries.
  • Usage Data – Information automatically collected by the Website such as IP address, browser type, and site activity.
  • Cookies – Small text files placed on your browser to collect data and improve the user experience.
  • Service Providers – Third-party companies that support website functionality, analytics, or secure data storage.

3. Information Collected

A. Information You Provide

When you use our contact form, we may collect:

  • Name
  • Email
  • Phone number
  • Message content

The form includes the following consent:
 “I consent to Janusz Plawner MD – Urologist in NY & NJ storing my submitted information so they can respond to my inquiry.”

This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry or request for services.

B. Information Collected Automatically

We may also collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of access
  • Referring URL

This data helps us understand website usage and improve functionality.

4. Use of Personal Data

We may use your personal data to:

  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Schedule or manage appointments
  • Communicate with you about services
  • Improve the Website and user experience
  • Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

We do not sell your information or use it for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

5. HIPAA Compliance

As a medical provider, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Any health-related information shared with us through our Website or other communication channels is protected under HIPAA regulations and treated with the highest standard of confidentiality.

If you become a patient, you will receive a separate HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices that governs how your Protected Health Information (PHI) is handled.

6. Cookies and Google Analytics

We use cookies and Google Analytics to collect anonymized usage data, such as:

  • Session duration
  • Device and browser metadata
  • Site navigation patterns

You may disable cookies via your browser settings.
 To opt out of Google Analytics, visit: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

7. Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell your data. We may share your information with:

  • Secure web hosting providers
  • Email service platforms
  • Analytics services
  • Legal authorities if required by law

All service providers are bound by data protection and confidentiality agreements.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information:

  • As long as necessary to respond to inquiries or provide services
  • In compliance with federal and state healthcare record retention requirements
  • For up to 26 months for anonymized analytics data

9. User Rights

If you are a U.S. resident, you may:

  • Request access to your personal data
  • Request corrections or deletion, where applicable
  • Withdraw your consent at any time (except where required by law)

To make a request, please contact [email protected].

California Residents (CCPA)

You have the right to:

  • Know what personal data is collected and how it is used
  • Request access or deletion of your information
  • Confirm that your data is not sold

EU Residents (GDPR)

If applicable, you may:

  • Access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your data
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • Request data portability

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we learn that we have done so, we will delete the data promptly.

11. Data Storage Location

All personal data is stored on secure servers located in the United States. We use reputable service providers who comply with industry-standard data security practices.

12. Security Practices

We implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect your data, including:

  • SSL encryption for all Website communications
  • Secure access controls
  • Regular security updates and monitoring

However, no system is entirely secure, and we encourage users to use discretion when sharing sensitive data online.

13. External Links Disclaimer

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or data practices of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting any information.

14. Accessibility Statement

We strive to make our Website accessible to all users. If you have difficulty accessing any part of the site, please contact us at [email protected] so we can assist you.

15. Changes to the Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Website after any updates constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.