TERMS OF USE

Effective Date: May 18, 2026

Welcome to the website of Honest Dermatology Medical Group (“HDMG,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using this website, including any related patient communication platforms, online scheduling systems, or digital services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this website.

 

1. INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY

The content provided on this website is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Nothing on this website should be relied upon as a substitute for professional medical advice, evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified healthcare provider.

Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment concerns.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

 

2. NO PHYSICIAN-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP

Use of this website, including:

    •    submitting contact forms,

    •    requesting appointments,

    •    sending messages,

    •    emailing the practice,

    •    texting the practice,

    •    or interacting with online tools,

does not establish a physician-patient relationship.

A physician-patient relationship is established only after:

    •    you are evaluated by an HDMG provider, and

    •    HDMG agrees to provide medical care to you.

 

3. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS

By providing your phone number or email address through this website or through our office, you consent to receive communications from HDMG related to:

    •    appointment scheduling,

    •    appointment reminders,

    •    treatment follow-up,

    •    billing matters,

    •    prescription coordination,

    •    office operations,

    •    patient portal notifications,

    •    and related healthcare services.

Communications may occur through:

    •    phone calls,

    •    voicemail,

    •    text messages (SMS),

    •    email,

    •    patient portals,

    •    or other electronic communication systems.

Message and data rates may apply.

You understand that standard email and text messaging may not always be fully secure despite reasonable safeguards.

You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by contacting our office.

 

4. THIRD-PARTY PLATFORMS AND TECHNOLOGY

HDMG may utilize third-party vendors and healthcare technology platforms to support practice operations, scheduling, communications, electronic medical records, and clinical workflows.

These providers may include:

    •    Klara,

    •    Modernizing Medicine (ModMed),

    •    secure cloud storage providers,

    •    and AI-assisted clinical documentation technologies.

These service providers may process information on our behalf and are expected to maintain appropriate privacy and security safeguards consistent with applicable law.

 

5. AI-ASSISTED DOCUMENTATION

HDMG may use AI-assisted or ambient clinical documentation technologies to assist providers with medical record documentation and workflow efficiency.

These tools are used to support clinical operations only. All medical decisions, diagnoses, treatment recommendations, and final documentation are reviewed and finalized by licensed healthcare providers.

 

6. ONLINE APPOINTMENTS AND WEBSITE SUBMISSIONS

Submitting an appointment request or online inquiry does not guarantee scheduling, treatment availability, insurance coverage, or provider availability.

HDMG reserves the right to:

    •    accept or decline appointment requests,

    •    reschedule appointments,

    •    modify office policies,

    •    or limit website functionality at any time.

Information submitted through website forms may become part of your medical or business record where applicable.

Please do not submit highly sensitive or urgent medical information through website contact forms.

 

7. BEFORE-AND-AFTER PHOTOGRAPHS

Any before-and-after photographs displayed on this website are intended for illustrative purposes only.

Individual results vary significantly, and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.

Photographs may depict actual patients who provided appropriate consent.

 

8. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All website content, including:

    •    text,

    •    graphics,

    •    logos,

    •    branding,

    •    photographs,

    •    videos,

    •    treatment descriptions,

    •    downloadable materials,

    •    and website design elements

are the property of HDMG or used with permission and are protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

No website content may be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, or commercially exploited without prior written permission from HDMG.

 

9. PROHIBITED USES

You agree not to:

    •    misuse the website,

    •    interfere with website functionality,

    •    attempt unauthorized access,

    •    transmit malware or harmful code,

    •    impersonate another individual,

    •    submit false information,

    •    scrape website content,

    •    or use the website for unlawful purposes.

HDMG reserves the right to restrict or terminate access for violations of these Terms.

 

10. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

This website may contain links to third-party websites or services for convenience.

HDMG does not control and is not responsible for:

    •    third-party content,

    •    privacy practices,

    •    security,

    •    accuracy,

    •    or availability.

Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.

 

11. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

This website and all content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

HDMG does not guarantee:

    •    uninterrupted access,

    •    error-free operation,

    •    website security,

    •    accuracy of content,

    •    or availability of services.

Medical information changes frequently and website content may not always reflect the most current standards or recommendations.

 

12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by law, HDMG shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from:

    •    use of this website,

    •    inability to access the website,

    •    reliance on website content,

    •    unauthorized access,

    •    data breaches,

    •    technical failures,

    •    or third-party actions.

Your use of this website is at your own risk.

 

13. PRIVACY

Your use of this website is also governed by our:

    •    Notice of Privacy Practices, and

    •    Website Privacy Policy.

Please review those documents carefully.

 

14. CALIFORNIA LAW

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted under the laws of the State of California.

Any disputes relating to these Terms or website use shall be resolved in Los Angeles County, California, unless otherwise required by law.

 

15. MODIFICATIONS TO THESE TERMS

HDMG reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice.

Updated Terms will be posted on this website with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

 

16. CONTACT INFORMATION

Honest Dermatology Medical Group

15840 Ventura Blvd., Suite 101

Encino, CA 91436

Phone: (818) 789-3811

Email: mailto:pegah@honestdermatology.com