Introduction
St. George Hospital is concerned about your privacy and we make an effort in being open in how we handle information. This is the policy of information collected in this site and not in other websites or off-line interaction. Any information that can be used to identify an individual e.g. name, email address, phone number, etc. is referred to as personal information.
We adhere to all applicable federal, state and local privacy legislations.
Information Collected
This website site has non-personal data which is collected automatically when you access this site. This data assists us to enhance the site and learn about the behavior of users. It also guarantees the smooth experience of all users of the site.
The data that we gather can contain your IP address or hostname, which is the identification of the gadget using our site, and the data of your browser, for example the type, version, and operating system. This is also monitored with the referring web page so that we can know where you are directed and when and where you visit the site. This website collects other information such as resource requested, request method, server status codes, content length and Uniform Resource Identifier (URI) and query strings of the accessed pages.
This information will be gathered to analyze the traffic and trends of websites, enhance the content and functionality of websites, track the performance and security and in the final analysis of the entire user experience. It needs to be mentioned that this information that is gathered automatically cannot be used to identify you personally.
Cookies and Tracking
St. George Hospital cookies are those cookies that improve your online experience. Cookies are small text files that are stored in your browser and they assist us in knowing the returning visitors and enhance the functionality of the site.
We are employing both kinds of cookies, session cookies and persistent cookies: temporary cookies are deleted when you leave your computer and persistent cookies are stored on your device during a specific time. Persistent cookies will enable us to identify returning users and offer them a more personalized and smooth experience in our site.
Managing Cookies
- You can disable or delete the cookies by browser settings.
- Some of the website features will not work if cookies are disabled.
- Cookies are only used for website functionality and analytics and not for commercial marketing.
Data Received through Forms and E-mails
- To make a phone call to St. George Hospital, you can reach the hospital at the following email address: info@stgeorgehospital.com
- Whenever you post forms on our site, you are giving us personal information of your own will.
Information Collected
Such information might consist of, but not be restricted to, your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, health-related information as regards appointments, comments, questions or survey answers.
How This Information is Used
This information is utilized by us to answer questions, handle service requests, book appointments, and to communicate effectively with patients. The appropriate departments in the hospital can also be forwarded with the messages to have your requests addressed in time and with the appropriate responses. Also, what you share with us will assist us in enhancing the services that the hospital offers and how our site works.
Children’s Privacy
St. George Hospital is dedicated to the privacy of children and will not knowingly use personal information of a person who is less than the age of 13. Parents and guardians are highly encouraged to monitor the online activities of children and explain how any information should be given out by them through our site.
Through such practices, we will be accountable in the utilization of personal data as well as safeguarding the privacy and safety of our patients and website users.
Data Retention
St. George Hospital takes care to keep all information gathered via the website following hospital policies and relevant laws. Such a retention policy can be helpful in providing the adherence to the legal demands, not only to guarantee the responsible and secure management of user information.
The access and activity logs of the server where the site is hosted are stored in the form of server logs and are retained for a year. In others, should a specific legal or operational need exist, such logs can be held longer. This will help the hospital to trace the usage of the site, identify their possible security related problems and improve the overall functionality and reliability of its online services.
Information submitted through email or online forms is retained as per the records schedule set up by the relevant hospital department. This schedule ensures that personal and transactional data are preserved for the required time period to support hospital operations, compliance and reporting obligations. Users looking for the details of specific retention schedules can contact the Privacy Compliance Officer for more details and guidance.
Access to and Correction of Personal Information
Users of the St. George Hospital website have the right to request access to any personal information gathered through the use of the site. To initiate a request users should contact the Privacy Compliance Officer using one of the following methods:
- Email: info@stgeorgehospital.com
- Phone: +1(714) 598-0413
- Address: St. George Hospital, New York, NY USA
Upon receipt and verification of your request, we shall take the necessary steps to address your request. Specifically, St. George Hospital will:
- Provide access to the personal information that we have collected about you.
- Deny access (if required by law) and supply written reasons for denial of access.
- Tell you what date you will probably receive what you ask for, usually within 30 days.
Users also have the right to seek updates or corrections so we can make sure the personal information we have is accurate and up to date. These actions are part of our commitment to protecting your privacy and making sure that your personal data is managed openly. We encourage our users to contact us as soon as possible if they have any issues with the collection or processing of their data so that we can support them with the highest levels of security and compliance.
Security Measures
- This website takes several actions to protect personal information:
- Access of employees is restricted to authorized personnel only.
- Encryption and safe transfer of private data.
- Monitoring, logging, and auditing of systems on a continuous basis.
- Firewalls and intrusion detection to avoid unauthorized access.
- While we take reasonable precautions, there are no completely secure electronic systems. Users must be cautious when posting information over the Internet.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to external sites (which may be Government or educational resources).
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of or content on third parties websites.
Linking does not imply endorsement of services, content or privacy practices.
Commitment to Privacy
At St. George Hospital, we are dedicated to preserving the privacy of patients, visitors and website users. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use and protect information you provide to us when you use our website online. By using our website you agree to these practices.
When you visit our website, some information is collected from you automatically. This includes your IP address, type of browser, referring page, date and time of visit, and pages accessed. This information is used to improve the functionality of the website, monitor traffic, and enhance the user experience. None of this information identifies you personally.
We use cookies to help you browse better. Session cookies – are a temporary cookie and are deleted when your browser closes. Persistent cookies: They help us to identify the users who return to our website, and to adapt the information to your needs. You can disable cookies using your browser, but some functionality may not work properly.
When you send us an e-mail message at info@stgeorgehospital.com or complete some online forms, we collect personal information which you voluntarily provide. This may include your name, email address, phone number and health-related information relevant to services. We use this information to answer questions, schedule appointments and enhance services. We are not knowingly collecting information from the below 13 year olds. Parents should monitor online activity and how children provide personal data.
Your personal information is not sold by St. George Hospital. Disclosure only takes place when required by law, for security purposes or to conduct hospital programs. All information is kept in a safe place and is stored in accordance with legal obligations and hospital policies.
Disclaimer of Warranties
This website is made available on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make every effort to ensure that the information presented in this site is accurate, complete, and up-to-date. This website makes no guarantees of any kind. This includes but not limited to accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of any information, services, or materials provided through the website. The information contained on this site is for general educational and informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Users are strongly advised to seek the advice of a qualified health professional with respect to any medical condition, symptoms, or treatment options. Reliance of any information provided through this website is done at the user’s own risk and this hospital disclaims any responsibility for outcomes resulting from such reliance. We try to put the website in proper working order, we do not ensure uninterrupted access or free from errors and disruptions that may occur.
Your Choices and Rights
You may decide not to provide personal information.
This may restrict some services but will not affect the availability of general information.
You may request:
- Access to personal information
- Corrections or updates
- Deletion of data, where it is lawful to do so
Use and Disclosure of Information
The personal data collected through our website is only utilized to deliver services that users have requested. Because it enhances the user experience. We pledge to handle all personal data in an ethical and open manner. We use it only for specific purposes.
Personal information is only disclosed in certain circumstances that are strictly legal and regulated. For instance, we might divulge information in order to abide by federal, state, or local laws, reply to court orders, subpoenas, or other legal procedures, or confirm people’s identities for security reasons.
Information may be exchanged in order to safeguard our hospital’s systems against potential security risks or illegal access. Data may occasionally be used for statistical or research purposes, but in order to maintain the data’s privacy and confidentiality. It is always presented in an unidentifiable format. St. George Hospital never sells personal data to outside parties. Because of our dedication to privacy, your information is secure and used only to facilitate your interactions with our hospital. It upholds the integrity of our systems and improves the services and data we offer via our website.
