- OUR PRIVACY POLICIES
Privacy Policy
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Privacy Policy
Last Updated: May 2026
Dunn Foot & Ankle (“us,” “we,” or “our”) operates www.nspodiatrist.com (the “Site”). This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Information we receive from users of the Site and through our communications.
By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
You may voluntarily provide personal information when interacting with our Site, including but not limited to:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number and mobile number
- Date of birth
- Appointment and service-related details
- SMS/text messaging opt-in and consent information
- Any information submitted through contact forms, appointment requests, or email communications
Log Data
Like many site operators, we collect information that your browser sends whenever you visit our Site (“Log Data”). This Log Data may include your computer’s Internet Protocol (“IP”) address, browser type, browser version, the pages of our Site that you visit, the time and date of your visit, time spent on those pages, and other statistics. We may use third party services such as Google Analytics to collect, monitor, and analyze this information.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Respond to appointment requests, inquiries, and questions
- Provide podiatry services and related communications
- Send SMS/text message updates, appointment reminders, and service-related communications to users who have opted in
- Improve Site functionality and user experience
- Maintain internal records
- Comply with legal, regulatory, and healthcare obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies are small pieces of text sent by your web browser by a website you visit and stored in your web browser to recognize you and make your next visit easier.
We use cookies to enable certain Site functions, provide analytics, and store your preferences. We may also use third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the Site.
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings. Doing so may limit certain Site features.
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who assist in Site operation, communications, or business support
- When required by law, regulation, or legal process
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of Dunn Foot & Ankle or others
All third parties are required to maintain the confidentiality of any information shared.
SMS and Mobile Information
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
5. SMS/Text Messaging Communications
By providing your mobile number and opting in, you consent to receive SMS/text messages from Dunn Foot & Ankle related to appointment confirmations, appointment reminders, scheduling updates, and responses to inquiries you have submitted. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.
You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. For help, reply HELP. Opting out will not affect any other communications you receive from us.
6. Data Security
The security of your Personal Information is important to us. We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites for informational purposes. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of external sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13 without parental or guardian involvement. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent. If we become aware that information has been collected from a child without proper consent, we will take appropriate steps to remove it.
9. Your Rights and Choices
You may request to:
- Access or update your personal information
- Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal, healthcare, or business record requirements
- Opt out of SMS/text messaging communications at any time
Requests may be submitted using the contact information provided below.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any updates. If we make material changes, we will notify you by placing a prominent notice on our Site.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Dunn Foot & Ankle 495 Central Ave, Northfield, IL 60093 📞 (847) 748-8804 📧 Info@nspodiatrist.com