Welcome to Alam Podiatry, PC. Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully. By accessing our website, scheduling appointments, or using our digital forms, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Alam Podiatry, PC ("we," "us," or "our"). These Terms govern your access to and use of alampodiatry.com (the "Site") and any digital services provided through the Site.
2. Medical Disclaimer (Important)
The content on this Site—including text, graphics, images, and blog posts—is for informational purposes only.
- No Doctor-Patient Relationship: Use of this website, including submitting a "Contact Us" form or viewing our content, does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Alam Podiatry, PC. A relationship is only established during a formal, in-office or telehealth consultation.
- No Guarantee of Results: We utilize advanced podiatric techniques; however, medicine is not an exact science. We do not guarantee specific results for any treatment, surgery, or orthotic device mentioned on this Site.
- Emergencies: If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. Do not rely on this website for immediate medical assistance.
3. Use of Website
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes. You are strictly prohibited from:
- Unauthorized Access: Attempting to access our servers, patient portals, or internal networks without permission.
- Malicious Activity: Using the Site to transmit harmful code, viruses, or spam.
- Data Scraping: Collecting or harvesting personally identifiable information or content from the Site using automated means (bots, scrapers).
- Interference: Interfering with the proper working of the Site or our booking systems.
4. Appointments & Financial Responsibility
- Booking Requests: Online appointment requests (via Zocdoc or our forms) are not confirmed until verified by our office staff. We reserve the right to reschedule based on provider availability.
- Cancellations: We request at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations. Missed appointments may be subject to a cancellation fee as outlined in our office policies.
- Insurance Verification: Any verification of insurance coverage on our website is an estimate, not a guarantee of payment. You remain financially responsible for all co-pays, deductibles, and non-covered services determined by your insurance carrier.
5. Intellectual Property
The Site and its original content (including logos, brand assets, "Before & After" photos, and text) are owned by Alam Podiatry, PC and are protected by United States and international copyright laws.
- Limited License: You may view and print pages for personal, non-commercial use (e.g., patient education).
- Restrictions: You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works (e.g., copying our blog posts for another commercial site) without our express written permission.
6. User-Generated Content & Reviews
If you submit a testimonial or review to us directly via the Site, you grant Alam Podiatry, PC a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display that content for marketing purposes (we will remove full names to protect privacy where applicable).
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Alam Podiatry, PC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from:
- Your use or inability to use the Site;
- Any errors or omissions in the Site's content;
- Any unauthorized access to our servers or data.
Service Availability: We do not guarantee that the Site will be available at all times or error-free.
8. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Alam Podiatry, PC, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms or your illegal use of the Site.
9. Dispute Resolution (Governing Law & Venue)
Please Read Carefully:
- Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law provisions.
- Exclusive Venue: Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of or related to this website shall be instituted exclusively in the federal courts of the United States or the courts of the State of New York located in Queens County. You waive any objection to this venue.
- Class Action Waiver: You agree to resolve any disputes on an individual basis and waive your right to participate in a class-action lawsuit against Alam Podiatry, PC.
10. Accessibility Statement
We are committed to ensuring our website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to adhere to WCAG 2.2 AA standards. If you encounter difficulty using our website, please contact us at (347) 509-4470, and we will provide the information or service through an alternative method (e.g., telephone support).
11. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Significant changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.
12. Contact Us
For questions regarding these Terms, please contact:
Alam Podiatry, PC166-05 Highland Ave, Suite L1
Jamaica, NY 11432
Phone: (347) 509-4470
Email: info@alampodiatry.com
Disclaimer: These Terms constitute a contract between the website user and the website owner. They do not supersede specific medical consents signed in our office.