Privacy Policy Last Updated: [12.02.2026]

  At drsomakghosh.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our patients' personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, www.drsomakghosh.com, or use our laser proctology, Vericose veins, Gall Stone, Hernia, Circumcision etc services.

 1. Information We Collect

  We collect information to provide you with the highest standard of medical care. This falls into two categories:

 A. Personal & Health Information (PHI)

  When you book a consultation or fill out a patient intake form, we may collect:

  • Identity Data: Full name, date of birth, and gender.

  • Contact Data: Email address, phone number, and physical address.

  • Medical History: Symptoms (e.g. hemorrhoid, fissure, fistula, gall bladder stone, hernia, Circumcision etc), previous surgeries, current medications, and allergies.

  • Insurance & Billing: Insurance provider details, policy numbers, and payment information.

 B. Technical Usage Data

  When you browse our site, we automatically collect:

  • Log Data: IP address, browser type, and operating system.

  • Cookies: Small files that help us understand how you interact with our educational content.

 2. How We Use Your Information

  Your data is used strictly for clinical and administrative purposes:

  • Medical Evaluation: Determining your suitability for laser-assisted proctology procedures, Laparoscopic or Open Gall Bladder stone, Hernia, appendix surgery etc.

  • Appointment Management: Sending reminders, pre-operative instructions, and post-operative follow-up care.

  • Billing: Processing payments and coordinating with insurance providers.

  • Legal Compliance: Maintaining medical records as required by health authority regulations.

 3. Protection of Sensitive Clinical Images

  In the field of proctology, Varicose vein, Hernia, Gall Stone, Circumcision etc diagnostic imaging is often necessary.

  • Explicit Consent: We will never capture, store, or share clinical images without your signed, written consent.

  • De-identification: If images are used for medical education or "Before & After" galleries (with your permission), all identifying features will be removed to ensure 100% anonymity.

 4. Sharing of Information

  We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal or health data to third parties. We only share information with:

  • Authorized Medical Staff: Doctors and nurses directly involved in your surgical care.

  • Referral Partners: If you require diagnostic labs or specialized imaging (with your consent).

  • Legal Necessity: If required by law, subpoena, or to protect the safety of our patients.

 5. Data Security & Retention

  We implement rigorous administrative, technical, and physical safeguards:

  • Encryption: All data transmitted via our website is protected by SSL/TLS encryption.

  • Access Control: Only authorized personnel with multi-factor authentication can access patient records.

  • Retention: We retain medical records for the period required by local medical board regulations, after which they are securely destroyed.

 6. Your Rights and Choices

  As a patient, you have the following rights:

  • Access: You may request a copy of your medical records at any time.

  • Correction: You may request that we update or correct inaccurate health information.

  • Communication: You may opt-out of marketing emails, though you will still receive essential clinical appointment reminders.

  • Withdrawal: You may withdraw consent for data processing (subject to legal record-keeping requirements).

 7. Medical Disclaimer

  The content on this website is for educational purposes regarding laser proctology, Laparoscopic or Open Gall Bladder stone, Hernia, appendix , Varicose vein, Circumcision surgery etc and does not constitute medical advice. A website inquiry does not establish a formal doctor-patient relationship until a physical examination and consultation have occurred.

 8. Contact Our Privacy Officer

  If you have questions regarding this policy or how your health data is handled, please contact us:

  • Privacy Officer Name: SOURAV SAHU

  • Privacy Officer Email: primaxhealthcare45@gmail.com

  • Privacy Officer Phone: 7908633187