Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 9, 2026

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Dana Stern MD PC, protecting your privacy is an important part of our commitment to providing exceptional patient care. This Website Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through www.drdanastern.com (the “Website”).We believe you should always know what information is collected, why it is collected, and how it is used.This Privacy Policy applies only to information collected through this Website. It does not replace our Notice of Privacy Practices, which explains how your protected health information is used and disclosed after you become a patient of Dana Stern MD PC.By using this Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

About This Website

The Website provides educational information regarding nail health, nail disorders, cosmetic nail concerns, dermatologic conditions affecting the nails, and the virtual consultation services offered by Dana Stern MD PC.The information provided on this Website is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice for any individual. Use of this Website does not establish a physician-patient relationship.

Information We Collect

Information You Choose to Provide

You may voluntarily provide information when you:

  • Request a virtual consultation

  • Submit a physician referralComplete a patient inquiry

  • Contact our office

  • Submit a press inquiry

  • Request additional information

  • Subscribe to practice communications

Depending upon the form, information collected may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Telephone number

  • Mailing address

  • State of residence

  • Date of birth

  • Information regarding your nail concern

  • Photographs you voluntarily submit

  • Information contained in messages you send us

Please submit medical information only through the secure methods provided by our practice.

Secure Communications

Dana Stern MD PC utilizes HIPAA-compliant communication technology, including Paubox, for secure electronic communications when appropriate.While every reasonable effort is made to protect your information, email communication may still carry certain risks. If you have concerns about electronic communications, please contact our office by telephone.

Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, certain technical information is collected automatically when you visit our Website.This information may include:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device type

  • Operating system

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • Referring website

  • Date and time of visit

  • General geographic region

  • Website performance information

This information is generally used in an aggregated form and is not intended to identify individual visitors.

Cookies

Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience.Cookies help us:

  • Remember your preferences

  • Improve Website functionality

  • Understand how visitors use our Website

  • Improve educational content

  • Analyze Website performance

Most web browsers allow you to control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain Website features.Additional information regarding cookies is available in our Cookie Policy.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to better understand how visitors interact with our Website.Google Analytics may collect information regarding:

  • Pages viewed

  • Time spent on the Website

  • Navigation patterns

  • Device information

  • Approximate geographic location

  • Website performance


This information is used solely to improve the quality, usability, and educational value of our Website.Dana Stern MD PC does not sell information collected through Google Analytics, nor do we intentionally use analytics tools to identify individual visitors or associate Website browsing activity with protected health information.

How We Use Your Information

Information collected through the Website may be used to:

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Schedule consultations

  • Communicate with prospective patients

  • Coordinate patient care after appropriate authorizationRespond to physician referrals

  • Improve our Website

  • Improve patient education resources

  • Maintain Website securityComply with legal obligations

  • Protect the rights and safety of our patients and practice


We will only use information for purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy unless otherwise required or permitted by law.

Information Sharing

Dana Stern MD PC does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.Information may be shared with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our practice or Website, including providers of:

  • Secure communications

  • HIPAA-compliant electronic forms

  • Website hosting

  • Website analytics

  • Information technology support

These providers are expected to maintain appropriate privacy and security protections and may only use information as necessary to provide services on our behalf.We may also disclose information when required by law, court order, governmental request, or when necessary to protect the rights, safety, or security of our patients, staff, or practice.

Telehealth Services

Telehealth consultations are available only in states where Dr. Dana Stern is licensed to practice medicine.Submitting information through this Website does not guarantee an appointment and does not establish a physician-patient relationship.A physician-patient relationship is established only after acceptance by Dana Stern MD PC and completion of the appropriate consultation process.

Data Security

Dana Stern MD PC maintains reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.No system for transmitting or storing electronic information can be guaranteed to be completely secure. While we work diligently to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Websites

This Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.Dana Stern MD PC is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit.

Children’s Privacy

This Website is not directed toward children under the age of 13.We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 through this Website. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

Your Privacy Choices

You may choose to:

  • Contact us regarding information you have submitted through this Website.

  • Request correction of inaccurate information where appropriate.

  • Decline optional cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preferences tool.

  • Opt out of non-essential communications.

Certain information may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business or healthcare purposes.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practice operations.Any updates will become effective upon posting to this Website. The Effective Date at the top of this page will indicate when the policy was last revised.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Dana Stern MD PC
Website:www.drdanastern.com
Email: info@drdanastern.comPhone: (917) 971-1864