Terms & Conditions

Welcome to the website of Heart & Vascular Care of Georgia

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the Terms and Conditions outlined below. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.

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1. PURPOSE OF THIS WEBSITE

This website is provided for general informational purposes only, including:

• Practice information
• Locations and services
• Appointment requests
• Patient education materials
• Links to patient portals and third-party services

This website is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

2. NO MEDICAL ADVICE

Information on this website should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment decisions.

Do not delay or disregard medical advice based on information obtained from this website.

3. NO PATIENT–PHYSICIAN RELATIONSHIP

Use of this website, including submission of forms or inquiries, does not establish a patient–physician relationship.

A formal patient relationship is established only after:

• An appointment has been scheduled, and
• The patient has been evaluated by a licensed provider of the Practice

4. APPOINTMENT REQUESTS & FORMS

Appointment requests submitted through this website:

• Are requests only, not confirmed appointments
• Do not guarantee availability
• Are subject to verification and confirmation by the Practice

Please do not submit urgent or emergency medical concerns through website forms.

5. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS & PATIENT PORTAL

We may provide access to electronic services, including the healow patient portal, for communication and record access.

By using electronic communication, you acknowledge:

• Electronic transmission carries inherent risks
• Reasonable safeguards are used but absolute security cannot be guaranteed
• Portal use is voluntary and subject to the portal provider’s terms

For urgent medical matters, contact the Practice directly or call emergency services.

6. PRIVACY & HIPAA COMPLIANCE

Use of this website is subject to our:

• HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
• Notice of Privacy Practice
• Website Privacy Policy

These documents explain how health and personal information is handled in accordance with federal and Georgia state law.

7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

This website may contain links to third-party websites, including patient portals or external resources.

The Practice:

• Does not control third-party content
• Is not responsible for third-party privacy practices or policies
• Provides links solely for convenience

Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk.

8. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and layout, is the property of Heart & Vascular Care of Georgia or its licensors and is protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify website content without prior written permission.

9. PROHIBITED USES

You agree not to:

• Use the website for unlawful purposes
• Attempt unauthorized access to systems or data
• Introduce malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
• Interfere with website functionality or security

10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Practice shall not be liable for:

• Damages arising from use or inability to use this website
• Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in website content
• Delays, interruptions, or technical failures

Website use is at your own risk.

11. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Practice and its providers, staff, and affiliates from claims arising from your misuse of the website or violation of these Terms.

12. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms & Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

13. CHANGES TO TERMS

We reserve the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time.

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