Effective Date: 06-25-2025
Winfield Family and Occupational Medicine, PC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you provide while using our website, [drgaryfowler.com] (“the Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices.
1. Information We Collect
We do not collect any personal health information (PHI) or sensitive medical data through this website. The types of information we may collect include:
- Voluntarily submitted contact information, such as your name, email address, or phone number via our contact form or email link.
- Non-personal usage data, such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit, collected via cookies and analytics tools.
2. How We Use Information
Any information you submit through this site may be used to:
- Respond to general inquiries.
- Improve website performance and usability.
- Monitor website traffic and usage trends.
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
3. Cookie Notice
Our site uses cookies—small text files stored on your device—to help improve functionality and analyze how visitors use the site. These may include:
- Essential cookies for basic site operation.
- Analytics cookies (such as Google Analytics) to track usage patterns anonymously.
By continuing to use this site, you consent to the use of cookies. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
4. HIPAA Disclaimer
This website is not intended for transmitting protected health information (PHI) as defined under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). Please do not submit personal medical information, including details about medical history, diagnoses, or treatments through contact forms or email.
If you are a current patient and need to share sensitive health information, please contact our office directly by phone or use our secure patient portal (if applicable).
5. External Links
This website may contain links to other websites not operated by us. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
6. Data Security
We use standard security measures to protect the information you submit. However, no website or internet transmission is completely secure. Use discretion when contacting us online.
7. Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle information, please contact us:
Winfield Family & Occupational Medicine, PC
191 Carraway Drive, Winfield, Alabama 35594
205-487-1586