Privacy Policy
Schmitt Plastic Surgery
This privacy policy has been compiled to better serve visitors who are concerned with how their Personally Identifiable Information (PII) is used online. PII, as described in U.S. privacy law and information security, is information that can be used on its own or with other information to identify, contact, or locate a single person, or identify an individual in context.
Please read this policy carefully to understand how we collect, use, protect, or otherwise handle your information in accordance with our website.
What Personal Information We Collect
When contacting us through our website, you are asked to enter your name, email address, phone number, and details to help us respond to your inquiry.
When We Collect Information
We collect information when you fill out a form or enter information on our site.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect from you when you request more information about a procedure to follow up with you after correspondence.
How We Protect Your Information
- We do not use vulnerability scanning or PCI‑standard scanning.
- We only provide articles and information.
- We never ask for credit card numbers.
- We use regular malware scanning.
- We do not use or require an SSL certificate because we do not process credit card transactions.
Use of Cookies
Yes, we use cookies. Cookies are small files transferred to your computer through your web browser (if allowed) that enable our systems to recognize your browser and remember certain information. You can choose to have your computer warn you each time a cookie is sent or disable cookies entirely through your browser settings. If you turn cookies off, some features may not function properly, but your overall experience should not be significantly affected. Cookies help us:
- Understand your preferences based on previous or current site activity
- Improve services and user experience
- Compile aggregate data about site traffic and interactions
- Work with trusted third‑party services that track this information on our behalf
Third‑Party Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your Personally Identifiable Information to outside parties unless we provide advance notice.
Patient Images & Consent
Schmitt Plastic Surgery is committed to patient privacy and compliance with medical privacy standards.
- All patient photographs, videos, and before‑and‑after images displayed on this website are used with the patient’s explicit written consent.
- Images are used solely for educational and illustrative purposes to help prospective patients understand treatment options and outcomes.
- No identifying information is shared unless the patient has specifically authorized it in writing.
- Patients may withdraw consent for image use at any time by contacting our office.
Third‑Party Links
Occasionally, we may include or offer third‑party products or services on our website. These sites have separate and independent privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or practices.
Google Services
We use Google services such as reCAPTCHA for spam protection. Your use of these features is subject to Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)
To comply with CalOPPA, we agree to the following:
- Users can visit our site anonymously.
- This privacy policy link includes the word “Privacy” and can be easily found at the bottom of our site pages.
- Users will be notified of any privacy policy changes on this page.
- Users can change their personal information by contacting us directly.
California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)
We do not specifically market to children under the age of 13.
Fair Information Practices
Should a data breach occur, we will notify users via email within a reasonable timeframe, consistent with Fair Information Practice Principles.
CAN‑SPAM Act
We collect your email address to respond to inquiries and end information related to your request.
To comply with CalOPPA, we agree to the following:
- Not use false or misleading subjects or email addresses
- Identify messages as advertisements when applicable
- Include our physical business address
- Honor opt‑out/unsubscribe requests promptly
Contacting Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy, patient image consent, or how your information is handled, you may contact us at:
Schmitt Plastic Surgery
The Oregon Clinic
Plastic Surgery – West
9155 SW Barnes Rd, Suite 532
Portland, OR 97225
Phone: 503-488-2344
Fax: 503-488-2360
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