Terms of Use

Effective Date: August 9, 2026

Welcome to www.drdanastern.com (the “Website”), owned and operated by Dana Stern MD PC (“Practice,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

By accessing or using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these Terms, please discontinue use of the Website.

Purpose of This Website

This Website is intended to provide educational information about:

  • Nail health

  • Nail disorders

  • Dermatologic conditions affecting the nails

  • Cosmetic nail concerns

  • Virtual dermatology consultations

  • Services offered by Dana Stern MD PC

The Website is designed to educate and inform. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace individualized medical advice.

No Medical Advice

The information provided on this Website is for general educational purposes only.

Although every effort is made to provide accurate, current, and evidence-based information, medical knowledge continually evolves and no information on this Website should be interpreted as medical advice for your specific situation.

Always consult your own physician or another qualified healthcare professional regarding questions about your health.

Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking care because of information you have read on this Website.

No Physician–Patient Relationship

Viewing this Website, reading educational content, submitting an inquiry, or communicating with Dana Stern MD PC through the Website does not establish a physician–patient relationship.

A physician–patient relationship is established only after:

  • You have requested a consultation,

  • Dana Stern MD PC has agreed to provide care,

  • All required intake procedures have been completed, and

  • The consultation has occurred.

Dana Stern MD PC reserves the right to decline consultation requests when appropriate.

Medical Emergencies

This Website is not intended for emergency medical care.

If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency:

  • Call 911, or

  • Go immediately to the nearest emergency department.

Do not rely on email, website forms, or other electronic communications for urgent medical concerns.

Telehealth Services

Virtual consultations are available only where permitted by law and only in states where Dr. Dana Stern is licensed to practice medicine.

Availability of services may change as licensing requirements change.

Not every patient or medical condition is appropriate for telehealth evaluation.

Dana Stern MD PC reserves the right to recommend in-person evaluation or referral to another healthcare provider when medically appropriate.

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, all content on this Website is the property of Dana Stern MD PC and is protected by United States copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Written articles

  • Blog posts

  • Medical illustrations

  • Original photographs

  • Educational graphics

  • Videos

  • Logos

  • Practice branding

  • Page design

  • Website organization

No content may be copied, reproduced, distributed, republished, modified, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission from Dana Stern MD PC.

You may print or download individual pages solely for your own personal, non-commercial use, provided all copyright notices remain intact.

User Conduct

You agree not to:

  • Use the Website for unlawful purposes.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website or its systems.

  • Introduce malware, viruses, or malicious code.

  • Interfere with Website functionality.

  • Misrepresent your identity.

  • Upload false, misleading, or fraudulent information.

  • Use automated software to scrape or copy Website content without written permission.

User Submissions

If you voluntarily submit information through this Website, including photographs, inquiries, comments, or forms, you represent that the information is truthful and that you have the legal authority to provide it.

You remain responsible for the accuracy of any information submitted.

Submission of information does not guarantee a consultation or create a physician–patient relationship.

Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.

Dana Stern MD PC does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, products, services, or privacy practices of third-party websites.

Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.

Accuracy of Information

We strive to keep Website information accurate and current.

However, we do not guarantee that all information will always be complete, accurate, or up to date.

Medical recommendations may change as new scientific evidence becomes available.

Dana Stern MD PC reserves the right to modify Website content at any time without prior notice.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This Website and all information contained on it are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

Dana Stern MD PC makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding:

  • Availability of the Website

  • Accuracy of Website content

  • Reliability of information

  • Freedom from errors

  • Continuous operation

  • Freedom from viruses or other harmful components

Your use of the Website is at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dana Stern MD PC shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to:

  • Use of the Website

  • Inability to access the Website

  • Reliance on Website content

  • Technical interruptions

  • Errors or omissions in Website content

  • Third-party websites linked from this Website

Nothing in these Terms limits liability where such limitation is prohibited by applicable law.

Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our:

  • Website Privacy Policy

  • Notice of Privacy Practices

  • Cookie Policy

We encourage you to review each of these documents.

Changes to These Terms

Dana Stern MD PC reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time.

Updated Terms become effective upon posting to this Website.

Continued use of the Website following any revisions constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law principles, except where federal law applies.

Medical Disclaimer

The information provided on this Website is intended solely for educational and informational purposes.

The content on this Website is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Every patient is unique. Medical recommendations should always be based upon an individualized evaluation by a qualified healthcare professional.

Reading information on this Website, submitting a form, emailing our office, or scheduling a consultation does not establish a physician-patient relationship.

A physician-patient relationship is established only after Dana Stern MD PC has accepted you as a patient and the appropriate consultation has taken place.

If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately or seek care at your nearest emergency department.

Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking treatment because of information you have read on this Website.


Contact Us

If you have questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:

Dana Stern MD PC

Website:www.drdanastern.com

Email: info@drdanastern.com

Phone: (917) 971-1864