1. How We Use Your Information
When you fill out a contact form, request an appointment, or communicate with Northern Ankle Foot Associates, we collect the personal information you provide — such as your name, phone number, email address, and details related to your foot or ankle condition, treatment inquiry, or appointment request.
We may also automatically collect certain information about your device, including IP address, browser type, and browsing activity on our website. This helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve your experience.
With your permission, we may send follow-up emails or messages related to your appointments, treatment updates, office information, or occasional practice announcements.
2. Your Consent and How to Withdraw It
How do you give your consent?
When you provide personal information to request an appointment, ask a question, or receive services, we take this as consent to use your information for that specific purpose. If we ever request your information for secondary purposes, such as marketing communications, we will ask for your explicit consent or provide an option to decline.
How do I withdraw my consent?
If you change your mind, you may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us:
Call: (516) 365-4545
Address: 1165 Northern Blvd, Manhasset, NY 11030
We do not share mobile or personal contact information with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes. Any shared information is strictly limited to services that support patient care and communication.
3. When We May Disclose Information
We may disclose your personal information if required by law, to comply with legal processes, or if you violate our Terms of Service.
We may also share limited information with trusted third-party service providers that assist with appointment scheduling, patient communication, website hosting, or practice operations. These providers are only given access to the information necessary to perform their services.
4. Payments and Financial Information
Northern Ankle Foot Associates does not currently process payments through the website. If online payment options are introduced in the future, all transactions will be handled through secure and encrypted payment platforms that follow industry security standards to protect your financial information.
5. Third-Party Services and Links
We may use third-party tools for website hosting, analytics, or email communications. These service providers access only the information required to perform their specific functions and are expected to maintain confidentiality.
If you click on links leading to external websites or social media platforms, their privacy policies will apply. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.
6. Data Security Measures
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration.
Information submitted through our website forms is protected using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption technology where applicable.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and gather basic website usage data.
Examples of cookies may include:
_session_id — Tracks session activity
_visitor_info — Helps recognize returning visitors
_form_cache — Temporarily stores form input for convenience
You can modify your browser settings to disable cookies. However, some website features may not function properly as a result.
8. Age of Consent
By using this website, you confirm that you are at least the age of majority in your state or have provided consent for any minor dependents using our services.
9. Updates to This Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any updates will be posted on this page. If significant changes are made, we will update the revision date and provide notice on our website.
10. Questions or Contact Information
If you would like to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information — or if you have any privacy-related concerns — please contact us:
Email: info@northernanklefoot.com
Phone: (516) 365-4545
Address: 1165 Northern Blvd, Manhasset, NY 11030