Privacy Policy

Ellen A. Mahony, MD, Inc. 131 Kings Highway North, Westport, Connecticut 06880 Phone: (203) 221-0102 Website: www.drellenmahony.com

Effective Date: 3 Feb 2026 Last Updated: 3 Feb 2026

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Introduction

Ellen A. Mahony, MD, Inc. ("we," "us," "our," or the "Practice") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit our website (www.drellenmahony.com) or interact with us online.

This policy covers our website privacy practices. For information about how we handle your medical records and protected health information (PHI), please review our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

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Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We collect information you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Appointment Requests: Information submitted through consultation request forms
• Health Information: Medical history, health concerns, and procedure interests shared through forms
• Payment Information: Credit card numbers, billing addresses, and financial details for services or products purchased
• Communications: Messages, feedback, and correspondence you send to us
• Survey and Contest Responses: Information provided when participating in surveys or contests
• Newsletter Signups: Email address for receiving our newsletter

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type
• Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on pages, referral sources, navigation patterns
• Location Information: General geographic location based on IP address
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

• Marketing partners and advertising networks
• Social media platforms (if you interact with us there)
• Analytics providers

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How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

Providing Services

• To respond to your inquiries and consultation requests
• To schedule and confirm appointments
• To process payments for services or products
• To provide information about our procedures and services

Communications

• To send appointment reminders and confirmations
• To provide information about specials, new services, and offerings (with your consent)
• To send newsletters (you may opt out at any time)
• To respond to your questions and feedback

Website Improvement

• To improve our website and user experience
• To analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• To troubleshoot technical issues

Legal and Safety

• To comply with applicable laws and regulations
• To protect the safety and security of our patients, staff, and website
• To prevent fraud and enforce our terms of use

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Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us recognize your browser and remember your preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality, such as contact forms and navigation
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness (e.g., Facebook Pixel)
• Third-Party Cookies: Placed by our partners for advertising and analytics purposes

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete all or specific cookies
• Block all or third-party cookies
• Set preferences for certain websites

Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Do Not Track

Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) browser signals. You can manage your privacy preferences through the cookie settings described above.

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How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We share information with trusted third parties who help us operate our website, including:

• Payment processors and billing services
• Email and communication platforms
• Website hosting and analytics providers
• Marketing and advertising partners

These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or in response to:

• Court orders, subpoenas, or other legal processes
• Government or regulatory agency requests
• Law enforcement investigations
• Protection of our legal rights or defense against claims

Business Transfers

If our practice is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.

With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

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Your Rights and Choices

Access and Correction

You have the right to:

• Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Receive information about how your data has been used

To make a request, contact us using the information at the bottom of this page.

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our emails
• Contacting us at (203) 221-0102
• Emailing us through our website contact form

Opting out of marketing does not affect communications about your appointments or care.

California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• The right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
• The right to delete personal information (with certain exceptions)
• The right to opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your information)
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

Connecticut Residents

As a Connecticut practice, we comply with the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), which provides rights to access, correct, delete, and obtain your personal data.

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Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• Secure, password-protected servers with firewall protection
• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission
• Limited employee access based on job responsibilities
• Regular security assessments and updates

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

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Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services to you
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

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Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

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Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

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Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

For material changes, we will provide notice through our website or by email where appropriate.

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Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Ellen A. Mahony, MD, Inc. 131 Kings Highway North Westport, Connecticut 06880

Phone: (203) 221-0102 Website: www.drellenmahony.com

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For information about how we protect your medical records and health information, please see our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.