Privacy Policy – Dr. Sameera Kota

Effective Date: 06-10-2025
Doctor Name: Dr. Sameera Kota
Website URL: drsameerakota.com
specialization: Best General & Laparoscopic Surgeon

At drsameerakota.com, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal and medical information. This Privacy Policy describes how Dr. Sameera Kota (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your data in compliance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 (India) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for international users.

Information We Collect

We collect personal and medical data solely for healthcare and service purposes. This includes:

• Personal Details: Name, age, gender, phone number, email address, and location.
• Medical Information: Health history, consultation notes, prescriptions, test results, and related data you share during online or in-person visits.
• Appointment Data: Preferred date, time, and doctor selection.
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device details, and access logs.
• Cookies & Tracking: Data from Google Analytics, Google Ads, and other tracking tools for marketing and website optimization.

How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

• Schedule and confirm appointments.
• Provide consultations, follow-ups, and healthcare services.
• Send reminders, updates, and healthcare-related notifications (only with your consent).
• Improve website usability and patient experience.
• Run analytics and marketing campaigns through Google Ads and remarketing tools.
• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations under Indian or international law.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies allow us to:

• Analyse website traffic and user behavior.
• Show relevant advertisements via Google Ads.
• Improve appointment and inquiry systems.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. However, some parts of the site may not function optimally. Learn more about Google’s cookie policy.

Data Storage and Security

We store personal and medical information on secure, encrypted servers with SSL (Secure Socket Layer) technology. Access to sensitive data is restricted to authorized healthcare and administrative personnel only. We retain information only for as long as necessary for treatment, operational, or legal purposes.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your data to any third parties. Data may be shared only:

• With authorized medical staff for healthcare delivery.
• With third-party service providers (hosting, analytics, or communication tools) under strict confidentiality.
• When legally required by courts or government authorities.

GDPR Rights for International Users

If you are visiting from the European Union or outside India, you have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
• Withdraw consent to data processing at any time.
• Request data portability.
• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Requests can be made to drsameerakota@gmail.com.

Your Consent

By using this website and submitting your information, you consent to our Privacy Policy and the collection, storage, and processing of your data as described.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, contact us at:

Contact: +918125205698
Email: drsameerakota@gmail.com