PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy describes how Elizabeth Goldberg ARNP PLLC (“Company,” “Practice,” “we,” or “us”) collects, uses, and discloses your information when you visit our website, www.ElizabethGoldbergPhD.com (the “Website”), and use our services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your personal information, including your consumer health data. This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Washington State My Health My Data Act.

Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our Website, including:

  • Information You Provide Directly:
  •     Personal information (e.g., name, email address, phone number, mailing address) when you:
  •         Contact us through online forms or email.
  •         Schedule appointments.
  •         Register for an account.
  •         Provide information during consultations or treatment.
  •     Health information, including:
  •         Medical history.
  •         Symptoms and diagnoses.
  •         Treatment plans.
  •         Laboratory test results.
  •         Medications and supplements.
  • Information We Collect Automatically:
  •     Technical information, including:
  •         IP address.
  •         Browser type.
  •         Operating system.
  •         Referring website.
  •         Date and time of visit.
  •     Usage information, including:
  •         Pages visited.
  •         Links clicked.
  •         Time spent on the Website.
  •     Cookies and similar technologies: We use cookies to enhance your experience, personalize content, and analyze Website traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information for various purposes, including:

  •     To provide and deliver healthcare services:
  •         Providing diagnosis, treatment, and care.
  •         Communicating with you about your health.
  •         Coordinating with other healthcare providers.
  •     To operate and improve our Website:
  •         Personalizing your experience.
  •         Analyzing Website performance.
  •         Enhancing security.
  •     To communicate with you:
  •         Responding to your inquiries.
  •         Sending appointment reminders.
  •         Providing information about our services.
  •     For administrative and business purposes:
  •         Billing and payment processing.
  •         Maintaining records.
  •         Complying with legal and regulatory requirements.
  •     For marketing purposes:
  •     Sending you newsletters, promotional offers, and other information about our services that may be of interest to you. You can opt out of receiving these communications at any time.

How We Disclose Your Information

We may disclose your information to the following categories of recipients:

  •     Healthcare providers: We may share your health information with other healthcare providers involved in your care, but only with your consent or as permitted by law.
  •     Service providers: We may use third-party service providers to assist us with various functions, such as:
  •         Website hosting.
  •         Payment processing.
  •         Data analysis.
  •         Email delivery.
  •        Marketing.
  •         These service providers are obligated to protect your information and only use it for  the purposes we specify.
  •     Legal and law enforcement: We may disclose your information when required to do so by law, such as in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal process. We may also disclose your information to law enforcement authorities if we believe it is necessary to:
  •         Protect our rights, property, or safety.
  •         Protect the rights, property, or safety of others.
  •         Investigate fraud or other illegal activity.
  •     Business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or other corporate restructuring, your information may be transferred to the new entity.
  •     With your consent: We may disclose your information to third parties with your explicit consent.

Your Rights Under the My Health My Data Act

The Washington State My Health My Data Act provides you with specific rights regarding your consumer health data. These rights include:

  •     Right to confirm: You have the right to confirm whether we collect, use, or share your consumer health data.
  •     Right to access: You have the right to access your consumer health data.
  •     Right to delete: You have the right to request that we delete your consumer health data.
  •     Right to withdraw consent: If we process your consumer health data based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent.
  •     Right to non-discrimination: You have the right not to be discriminated against for exercising your rights under this act.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include:

  •     Encryption: We use encryption to protect sensitive information transmitted online.
  •     Access controls: We limit access to your information to authorized personnel who need it to perform their duties.
  •     Secure storage: We store your information in secure facilities.
  •     Regular security assessments: We conduct regular security assessments to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. This includes retaining health information as required by HIPAA and Washington State law.

Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete that information.

Links to Other Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any websites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes on our Website and update the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Elizabeth Goldberg ARNP PLLC
7511 Greenwood Ave N #407
Seattle, WA 98103
Email: InfoEGPhD@gmail.com

Effective Date: June 1, 2025