Website Privacy Policy

Scope of This Policy

This Website Privacy Policy applies to information associated with visits to edoklanmd.com. It does not replace any separate notice that may apply to information handled as part of a clinical relationship, treatment, billing, or other healthcare operations.

This website is primarily informational. It does not include an online patient portal, appointment-request form, intake form, or payment system.

Information We Collect

Information collected automatically

When you visit this website, the website host and Cloudflare, which provides content-delivery and website-security services, may automatically process limited technical information associated with website requests, such as:

• Internet Protocol address and approximate geographic area;
• Browser, device, and operating-system information;
• Date and time of access;
• Requested pages and website resources;
• Referring website or source; and
• Security, request-routing, and network information used to deliver and protect the website.

Information you provide directly

If you call, text, email, or otherwise contact an address or telephone number displayed on this website, the information you choose to provide may be received and retained for the purpose of responding to your communication, administering the practice, evaluating your inquiry, or providing requested information.

Email sent to help@edoklanmd.com is processed through Google Workspace, which the practice has configured for use in a HIPAA-regulated environment under a Business Associate Agreement with Google.

Cloudflare and Website Security

This website uses Cloudflare to deliver website content, improve reliability and performance, and help protect the website from malicious traffic, automated abuse, and other security threats.

In providing these services, Cloudflare may process technical information associated with website requests, including Internet Protocol addresses, requested URLs, browser and device information, request headers, timestamps, and security-related signals. Cloudflare processes this information as part of operating its content-delivery and security network.

As currently configured, this website does not set cookies. It also does not use website analytics, advertising pixels, behavioral advertising, or other third-party tracking tools. If the website’s configuration changes and cookies or additional tracking technologies are introduced, this policy will be updated accordingly.

More information about Cloudflare’s data practices is available in the Cloudflare Privacy Policy.

How Information Is Used

Information associated with the website may be used to:

• Operate, maintain, secure, and troubleshoot the website;
• Monitor website reliability, performance, security, and general technical operation;
• Respond to calls, texts, emails, or other communications;
• Protect the website, the practice, and visitors from fraud, abuse, or security threats;
• Comply with legal obligations; and
• Establish, exercise, or defend legal rights.

How Information May Be Disclosed

Information may be disclosed to service providers that help host, operate, secure, maintain, or deliver the website and practice communications, including the website-hosting provider, Cloudflare, and Google Workspace. These providers may process information subject to their agreements with the practice and applicable law.

Information may also be disclosed when reasonably necessary to comply with law, respond to lawful requests, protect safety or rights, investigate misuse, or support a business or professional transition.

Edward Oklan, MD, MPH does not receive payment for selling personal information collected through this website. The website is not used to display targeted or behavioral advertising.

Your Choices and Privacy Rights

You may choose not to provide information by email or telephone. Because this website does not currently set cookies or use analytics or advertising trackers, no cookie preference action is required to access its content.

Depending on where you live and whether a particular privacy law applies, you may have rights concerning personal information, which may include requesting access, correction, or deletion. These rights are subject to legal definitions, thresholds, exceptions, and verification requirements. A request may be submitted using the contact information below.

Third-Party Links

This website may link to websites operated by other organizations or individuals. Their privacy and security practices are governed by their own policies. This policy does not apply to third-party websites.

Children’s Privacy

This website is intended for a general audience and for adults seeking information for themselves or their families. It is not directed to children under 13, and the website operator does not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 through this website.

Data Retention and Security

Information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy, including website operation, security, recordkeeping, responding to communications, and compliance with legal obligations. Service-provider retention periods may also depend on account settings, security requirements, and provider policies.

Reasonable administrative and technical measures are used to protect website-related information. However, no internet transmission, email system, or storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in the website, technology, service providers, or legal requirements. The revised policy will be posted on this page with an updated date.

Contact

Questions or requests concerning this Website Privacy Policy may be directed to: