Privacy Policy
The Williams Center
(Edwin F. Williams III, MD, Facial Plastic Surgery)
The Williams Center is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information collected through our website, communications, and services. We may update this policy from time to time as our services and practices evolve.
By using our website or submitting your information, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect personal information only when you voluntarily provide it. This may include:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address
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Information submitted through contact, consultation, or scheduling forms
Providing this information is voluntary. We use it to respond to inquiries, schedule appointments, provide requested services, and communicate with you.
We may also collect non-personal information automatically, such as browser type, IP address, access times, and referring pages, to support website functionality and analyze traffic patterns.
You must be at least 18 years old to use this website. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18.
SMS / Mobile Messaging Privacy
If you provide your mobile phone number and affirmatively opt in through an unchecked consent checkbox to receive SMS text messages, we may send messages related to your inquiry or care. These messages may include:
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Appointment confirmations
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Appointment reminders
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Follow-up communications
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Account-related notifications
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Promotional messages, if you have separately consented
Consent to receive marketing SMS text messages is not a condition of purchase or treatment.
Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.
You may opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP. For assistance, reply HELP.
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
Mobile information may be shared only with trusted service providers as necessary to deliver SMS communications on our behalf and solely for that purpose.
When Information Is Provided
When you voluntarily provide personal information, you consent to our collection and use of that information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
The Williams Center does not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
We may share personal information with third-party service providers only as necessary to support our operations, including:
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Website hosting
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Appointment scheduling systems
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Payment processing
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Analytics services
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SMS delivery platforms
These service providers are permitted to use personal information solely to perform services on our behalf and are not authorized to use it for marketing purposes.
Legal Disclosure
We may disclose personal information when required to:
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Comply with applicable laws or regulations
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Respond to court orders, subpoenas, or lawful requests
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Protect our rights, property, or safety
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Enforce our Terms of Use
Email Communications
We may send emails related to services or information you have requested. You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those emails.
Use of Cookies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance website functionality and analyze usage. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website but do not provide access to personal information unless you voluntarily provide it.
You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit certain website features.
Advertising & Analytics
We may use analytics and advertising tools such as:
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Google Analytics
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Google Remarketing
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Social media tracking pixels
These services may use cookies or similar technologies to measure website traffic and advertising performance.
We do not receive personally identifiable information from these tools unless you voluntarily submit it through our website.
You may manage advertising preferences directly through the respective platform settings.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no internet transmission is completely secure. Communications via email, website forms, or SMS are submitted at your own risk.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
The Williams Center
(Edwin F. Williams III, MD, Facial Plastic Surgery)
1072 Troy-Schenectady Rd
Latham, NY 12110
Phone: (518) 490-0726