Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Your privacy is important to us.
The Privacy Policy described below explains how Dr. Bruno Pereira’s website, Specialist in Foot and Ankle Orthopedics, collects, uses, protects, and shares personal information provided by users.
By using this website, you agree to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.
We recommend that you read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your data.
2. Collection and use of personal data
The collection of personal data aims to provide a better user experience and for the following purposes:
- Newsletter Subscription Forms: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we request information such as name, email, and occasionally other relevant data to personalize the newsletter content. This data is collected for the purpose of sending periodic communications, such as health articles, service updates, and news related to foot and ankle orthopedics.
- Online and In-Person Appointment Scheduling: When scheduling online consultations, we request personal information such as name, date of birth, contact number, and relevant health history for medical care. This information is used to schedule appointments at partner clinics, provide treatment-related information, and ensure the quality of medical care.
- Cookies: This website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and to collect data about website usage. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our site. These help personalize content and advertising, as well as analyze site traffic. You have the option to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to refuse, some website functionalities may be limited. You can also configure your browser to block cookies or be notified whenever a cookie is sent. However, by blocking cookies, some website features may not work correctly.
- Other Voluntary Information: The website may collect other personal information when you voluntarily submit it, such as through questionnaires, surveys, or contact forms.
3. Data Sharing
Dr. Bruno Pereira commits not to share, sell, or rent your personal data to third parties without your explicit consent, except in the following situations:
- Service Partners: We may share your personal data with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the website and performing related services, such as payment platforms, newsletter sending, and personalized advertisements. These partners are required to protect your data and use it only for the specific purposes for which it was provided.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal data when required by law or in response to a valid legal request from competent authorities.
- Data Transfer: If Dr. Bruno Pereira becomes involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal data may be transferred as part of that process. You will be notified of any significant changes to privacy conditions.
4. Data Security
The security of your personal data is a priority for us. We adopt appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or destruction. We use security protocols, such as encryption, firewalls, and other recommended online security practices.
However, it is important to note that no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Although we strive to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee total security.
5. User Rights
In accordance with applicable legislation, users have the following rights regarding their personal data:
- Right of Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we maintain about you.
- Right of Rectification: You can correct or update the personal data we have about you if it is inaccurate or incomplete.
- Right of Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data, provided there are no legal obligations or other reasons for its retention.
- Right of Portability: You can request the transfer of your personal data to another data controller, in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
- Right of Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data for certain purposes, such as direct marketing. Additionally, if data collection is based on your consent, you can withdraw your consent at any time, without compromising the lawfulness of processing based on consent previously given.
- If you wish to withdraw consent for sending newsletters or other types of communication, you can easily do so through the unsubscribe link available in each email we send, or by contacting us through the means described below.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through the means described below.
6. Data Retention
Personal data will be retained for the time necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Dr. Bruno Pereira ensures that your data will be kept only as long as necessary to provide the services offered and as required by applicable legislation.
After this period, your data will be deleted or anonymized, unless there is a need for additional retention for legal reasons or for the defense of rights in judicial proceedings.
7. Changes to the Privacy Policy
Dr. Bruno Pereira reserves the right to change this Privacy Policy at any time, to reflect changes in privacy practices, legal changes, or to improve our services.
All changes will be published on this page, with the revision date indicated at the top.
We recommend that you periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.
Continued use of the site after the publication of changes implies acceptance of the modifications. In the event of substantial changes, users will be notified through the website.
8. Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, you can contact us through the following means:
- Contact Form: Available directly on the website.
- Phone: +351 934 594 280
- General Email: geral@brunopereiraortopedista.pt
We are available to clarify any doubts and attend to your requests related to privacy and data protection.
9. Jurisdiction
This privacy policy follows the terms provided in the GDPR – General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation EU 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council, of April 27, 2016), as well as Law No. 58/2019, of August 8.
In case of controversy or claim of any nature related to this website, Portuguese law will be applicable. All legal actions or procedures arising from or related to this Privacy Policy fall under the jurisdiction of Portuguese courts.
This Privacy Policy may be altered at any time, according to future updates of the legislation or to reflect changes in our privacy practices. We recommend that you periodically consult this policy to stay informed about any modifications.
In case of doubts, the User can contact the National Data Protection Commission through the official website (www.cnpd.pt) or resort to the competent courts to resolve disputes related to your personal data.