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Dr. G\u00f6nen\u00e7 IVF Center (“we,” “us,” or “our”), operating within Medical Park Bah\u00e7elievler Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal and medical information when you use our website (drgonenc.com) and our medical services.<\/p>

1. Information We Collect<\/h2>

Information You Provide<\/h3>
  • Contact Information:<\/strong> Name, email address, phone number, and country of residence when you fill out a contact form, request a consultation, or send us a message.<\/li>
  • Medical Information:<\/strong> Medical history, previous treatment records, laboratory results, and other health-related documents you share with us for evaluation or treatment planning.<\/li>
  • Appointment Information:<\/strong> Scheduling preferences, consultation notes, and communication records related to your care.<\/li><\/ul>

    Information Collected Automatically<\/h3>
    • Website Usage Data:<\/strong> Pages visited, time spent on pages, browser type, device type, and referring URLs, collected through cookies and similar technologies.<\/li>
    • IP Address:<\/strong> Your IP address may be collected for security purposes and to understand the geographic distribution of our visitors.<\/li><\/ul>

      2. How We Use Your Information<\/h2>

      We use your information for the following purposes:<\/p>

      • To respond to your inquiries and provide requested information about our treatments<\/li>
      • To schedule and manage appointments and consultations<\/li>
      • To provide medical care, including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning<\/li>
      • To communicate with you about your treatment, follow-up care, and related medical matters<\/li>
      • To improve our website, services, and patient experience<\/li>
      • To comply with legal obligations, including Turkish health regulations and data protection laws<\/li><\/ul>

        We do not<\/strong> use your personal or medical information for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.<\/p>

        3. Legal Basis for Processing<\/h2>

        We process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:<\/p>

        • Your consent<\/strong> \u2014 when you voluntarily submit a contact form or share medical records<\/li>
        • Performance of a contract<\/strong> \u2014 when processing is necessary for providing medical services you have requested<\/li>
        • Legal obligation<\/strong> \u2014 when required by Turkish health regulations, including the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK, Law No. 6698)<\/li>
        • Legitimate interest<\/strong> \u2014 for improving our services and ensuring website security<\/li><\/ul>

          4. Sharing Your Information<\/h2>

          We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:<\/p>

          • Medical Park Hospital:<\/strong> Your medical data may be shared with relevant departments within Medical Park Bah\u00e7elievler Hospital as necessary for your treatment.<\/li>
          • Laboratory Services:<\/strong> Test results and samples may be processed by accredited laboratories affiliated with our hospital.<\/li>
          • Legal Requirements:<\/strong> We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or government regulation.<\/li>
          • With Your Consent:<\/strong> We may share information with third parties when you have given explicit written consent.<\/li><\/ul>

            5. Data Security<\/h2>

            We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal and medical information, including:<\/p>

            • Secure, encrypted communication channels for medical data transfer<\/li>
            • Access controls limiting data access to authorized medical and administrative staff<\/li>
            • Secure storage of medical records in compliance with Turkish health data regulations<\/li>
            • Regular review of security practices<\/li><\/ul>

              No method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.<\/p>

              6. Data Retention<\/h2>
              • Medical Records:<\/strong> Retained in accordance with Turkish health regulations, which require medical records to be kept for a minimum of 20 years.<\/li>
              • Contact Information:<\/strong> Retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or until you request deletion.<\/li>
              • Website Usage Data:<\/strong> Retained for up to 24 months for analytics purposes.<\/li><\/ul>

                7. Your Rights<\/h2>

                Under the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the following rights:<\/p>

                • Access:<\/strong> Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you<\/li>
                • Correction:<\/strong> Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data<\/li>
                • Deletion:<\/strong> Request deletion of your data, subject to legal retention requirements<\/li>
                • Restriction:<\/strong> Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances<\/li>
                • Objection:<\/strong> Object to processing based on legitimate interest<\/li>
                • Data Portability:<\/strong> Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format (where applicable under GDPR)<\/li><\/ul>

                  To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address listed below.<\/p>

                  8. Cookies<\/h2>

                  Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use:<\/p>

                  • Essential Cookies:<\/strong> Required for the website to function properly (e.g., language preferences)<\/li>
                  • Analytics Cookies:<\/strong> Help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it<\/li><\/ul>

                    You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.<\/p>

                    9. Third-Party Links<\/h2>

                    Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.<\/p>

                    10. Children’s Privacy<\/h2>

                    Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.<\/p>

                    11. International Data Transfers<\/h2>

                    If you are located outside of Turkey, please be aware that your information will be transferred to and processed in Turkey. By submitting your information, you consent to this transfer. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place for any international data transfers.<\/p>

                    12. Changes to This Policy<\/h2>

                    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.<\/p>

                    13. Contact Us<\/h2>

                    Dr. G\u00f6nen\u00e7 IVF Center<\/strong>
                    Medical Park Bah\u00e7elievler Hospital
                    K\u00fclt\u00fcr Sokak No:1
                    Bah\u00e7elievler, 34180
                    Istanbul, Turkey<\/p>

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