Privacy Policy
SurgeryBD (Surgery Bangladesh) is committed to protecting the privacy of all users, including patients, surgeons, and visitors who use our platform. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use SurgeryBD.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect limited information necessary to operate and improve our platform:
1. Information Provided by Surgeons
When a surgeon registers on SurgeryBD, we may collect:
- Full name and professional title
- Medical qualifications and specialization
- Chamber and hospital information
- Contact details (email, phone number)
- Profile description and professional experience
- Profile photo and supporting documents (if provided)
2. Information Provided by Users
When visitors interact with the platform, we may collect:
- Name (if submitted through contact forms)
- Email address or phone number
- Search activity and page interactions
- Location data (general, not precise GPS)
3. Automatically Collected Information
We may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Cookies and usage analytics data
How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Display surgeon and hospital profiles
- Improve search and directory functionality
- Connect patients with relevant medical professionals
- Verify and manage surgeon listings
- Improve platform performance and user experience
- Conduct analytics and platform optimization
- Prevent fraudulent or misleading listings
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
Profile and Public Information
Surgeon profiles created on SurgeryBD are public and visible to visitors. This includes professional information such as name, specialty, chamber location, and contact details provided by the surgeon or clinic.
Surgeons are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of their published information.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
SurgeryBD uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve website performance
- Remember user preferences
- Analyze traffic and user behavior
- Enhance search experience
Users may disable cookies in their browser settings, but some features may not function properly.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We may share limited information with trusted third-party services that help us operate the platform, such as:
- Hosting and cloud service providers
- Analytics tools (for website performance tracking)
- Marketing and advertising platforms
These third parties are required to handle data securely and are not permitted to misuse personal information.
We do not share personal user data with unauthorized parties.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of information shared online.
Data Retention
We retain information for as long as necessary to:
- Maintain surgeon listings
- Operate and improve the platform
- Comply with legal or regulatory requirements
Users may request updates or removal of their data, subject to verification and platform requirements.
Children’s Privacy
SurgeryBD is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, we will take steps to remove it.
External Links
Our platform may contain links to external websites or third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external platforms.
Limitation of Responsibility
SurgeryBD acts as a directory platform only. We do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users must contact surgeons or hospitals directly for any medical concerns.
We are not responsible for the accuracy of information provided by listed professionals.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the platform indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
Email: surgerybangladesh@gmail.com
Consent
By using SurgeryBD, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.