Privacy Policy
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Andrew Barnett MD PC — Cosmetic Plastic Surgery (San Francisco / Walnut Creek)
This Privacy Policy describes how Andrew Barnett MD PC (“we,” “us,” “our practice”) collects, uses, and protects information submitted through our website, www.drbarnett.com, and through related communications such as SMS text messaging.
Information We Collect
When you use our website or submit a consultation request, we may collect:
- Your name, phone number, and email address
- The content of any message or inquiry you submit
- Information collected automatically through cookies and similar tracking technologies, including your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit (see our Cookie Policy for details)
How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to:
- Respond to your inquiry and schedule consultations or appointments
- Communicate with you about your appointment, including reminders and confirmations
- Improve our website and marketing efforts through analytics
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
SMS/Text Messaging Communications
If you provide your mobile phone number and opt in to receive text messages, Andrew Barnett MD PC may send you SMS messages related to appointment reminders, confirmations, and practice communications. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.
Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message. Reply HELP for assistance. Opting out of SMS messaging will not affect your ability to receive care or communicate with our office through other means (phone, email, or patient portal).
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our practice (such as our phone/SMS system provider, scheduling software, and website hosting provider), solely for the purpose of providing services to you. These providers are not authorized to use your information for their own marketing purposes.
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or property of our practice or others.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies for analytics, advertising, booking, maps, and translation services, as described in our Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect the information you provide to us. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Choices
You may decline to provide certain information, though this may limit our ability to respond to your inquiry or schedule your appointment. You may also opt out of SMS communications at any time as described above, or contact us directly to update or request deletion of your contact information.
Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Protected Health Information
This Privacy Policy applies to information submitted through our website and general communications. If you are a patient of our practice, the use and disclosure of your protected health information is governed separately by our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, available upon request or here.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:
Andrew Barnett MD PC
(415) 362-1221
San Francisco & Walnut Creek Offices
Effective date: July 1, 2026