Notice of Privacy Practices / HIPAA

At Dr. Buffalo (“we”, “us”, or “our”), your privacy is important to us.  This Notice explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our location, use our website, or receive services.

Information We Collect

Your Personal Information:

-  Full name

-  Date of Birth

-  Contact details (phone number, email, address)

-  Emergency contact

Payment Information:

-  Credit/debit card or other payment methods (process via secure third-party systems)

Health and Medical Information:

-  Medical history, allergies, medications, treatment records, procedures, surgeries, procedures including aesthetic procedures

-  Photographs for treatment documentation (with consent)

-  Appointment & Service information that includes details regarding your services such as injectables, facials, massage, and OB care/surgeries

-  If you contact us through our website or patient portal, we may collect IP address or communication content.

How We Use Your Information

 We may use your information to do the following:

-  Provide aesthetic and medical services

-  Customize treatment plans

-  Billing and payment processing

-  Communicate appointment reminders, updates, and promotional offers

-  Maintain internal records and comply with medical regulations 

-  Improve our services and website experience

Sharing Your Information:

We will never sell or rent your personal information.

 We may share data with:

-              Licensed healthcare providers working with our practice

-              HIPAA-compliant third-party services (electronic healthcare records, payment processors, online booking platforms)

-              When required by law (court order, public health requirements)

-              Your assigned emergency contact, if applicable

 

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

-  Access and request a copy of your medical records

-  Request corrections be made to your information

-  Request restrictions on how your information is used

-  Withdraw consent or request limited use of your data (where applicable)

-  File a complaint if you believe your rights have been violated

-  Opt out of marketing communications at any time

                  To exercise these rights, please contact us at:

-              info@doctorbuffalo.com

-              716-320-5000

 

Data Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your information.  Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Links

Our website or booking system may contain links to third-party services.  We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Photo & Testimonial Consent

 Photos or testimonials will only be used for marketing purposes with your written consent.  You may revoke consent at any time by contacting us.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Notice from time to time.  The revised version will be posted in our office and on our website with an updated revised date.

 

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, contact:

Dr. Buffalo

9500 Main St. #400, Clarence, NY 14031

716-320-5000

Info@doctorbuffalo.com