Terms of Service

Welcome

Thanks for visiting our website. By using this site, you agree to these terms. We've kept them straightforward—because legal jargon shouldn't give you a headache (that's what we're here to fix).

Using Our Website

You may use our website to:

• Learn about our services
• Schedule appointments
• Contact our office
• Access health and wellness information
• Find our location and hours

Please don't:

• Use our site for anything illegal or harmful
• Try to hack, disrupt, or damage our website
• Copy our content without permission
• Impersonate our practice or staff
• Send spam or malicious code

Appointment Scheduling

When you book an appointment through our website:

• You're requesting an appointment (not guaranteed until confirmed)
• We'll confirm via phone or email
• Standard cancellation policies apply
• You're responsible for providing accurate contact information

Cancellation Policy:

• Please give us 24 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule
• Late cancellations or no-shows may result in a fee
• We understand emergencies happen—just let us know

Health Information & Advice

Important disclaimers:

• Content on this website is for educational purposes only
• It's not a substitute for professional medical advice
• Don't use our website to diagnose or treat health conditions
• Always consult with a healthcare provider for your specific situation
• In a medical emergency, call 911

No doctor-patient relationship is created simply by visiting our website or reading our content.

Our Content & Intellectual Property

What's ours:

• All text, images, logos, and design elements on this site
• Our practice name and branding
• Educational materials and blog posts
• Videos and downloadable resources

Your rights:

• You may view and print content for personal use
• You may share our content with proper attribution
• You may not republish our content without written permission
• You may not use our materials for commercial purposes

Links to Other Websites

We sometimes link to external resources we find helpful. We're not responsible for:

• The content on those sites
• Their privacy practices
• Products or services they offer

Clicking external links is at your own discretion.

Patient Portal & Online Services

If we provide a secure patient portal:

• You're responsible for keeping your login credentials confidential
• Don't share your account access with others
• Notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access
• We're not liable for breaches resulting from your failure to protect your password

Payment & Billing

When using our website for payments:

• You authorize us to charge the provided payment method
• All fees are due at time of service unless other arrangements are made
• You're responsible for any NSF fees or declined payment charges
• We use secure, encrypted payment processing

Insurance Information

If you provide insurance information through our website:

• You certify that the information is accurate
• You understand we'll verify benefits but can't guarantee coverage
• You're ultimately responsible for payment
• Insurance is a contract between you and your insurer

Reviews & Testimonials

If you leave a review or testimonial:

• You grant us permission to use it in our marketing (we may edit for length)
• You confirm it reflects your honest experience
• You won't post false, defamatory, or misleading information
• You understand we may remove inappropriate content

Privacy & Data

Your privacy matters. Our use of your personal information is covered in our Privacy Policy, which is part of these Terms of Service.

By using this site, you consent to:

• Our collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy
• Cookies and tracking technologies
• Email communications (you can opt out of marketing emails anytime)

Disclaimer of Warranties

We provide this website "as is":

• We don't guarantee uninterrupted access
• We're not responsible for technical errors or downtime
• Information may occasionally be outdated (we update it regularly)
• We're not liable for decisions you make based on website content

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• We're not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Our liability is limited to the amount you paid us (if applicable)
• This doesn't limit liability for gross negligence or intentional misconduct

Indemnification

You agree to defend and hold us harmless from claims arising from:

• Your violation of these terms
• Your misuse of our website
• Your violation of any law or third-party rights

Children's Use

Our website is intended for adults. If you're under 18:

• You may use the site with parental supervision
• Your parent/guardian agrees to these terms on your behalf
• We don't knowingly collect information from children under 13

Changes to These Terms

We may update these terms occasionally to reflect:

• Changes in our services
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Improvements to our website

We'll post the new effective date at the top. Continued use of the site means you accept the updated terms.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois and the United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Cook County, Illinois.

Severability

If any part of these terms is found unenforceable, the rest remains in full effect.

Contact Us About These Terms

Questions about these Terms of Service? We're happy to clarify.

Your Agreement

By using this website, you acknowledge that you've read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.

If you don't agree, please don't use our website.