Privacy

 

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Jnauary 1, 2026

Carolina Praderio MD, PLLC, doing business as Modern Gyn and Modern Medspa (“we,” “our,” or “us”), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our websites, forms, communications, and services.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information.

1. Business Information

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • Carolina Praderio MD, PLLC
  • Modern Gyn
  • Modern Medspa

Including associated websites, online forms, SMS communications, social media pages, scheduling systems, and related services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

Personal Information

  • Name
  • Phone number
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Date of birth
  • Emergency contact information

When applicable and permitted by law:

  • Medical history
  • Treatment interests
  • Medication information
  • Appointment and service history

Payment Information

Payments may be processed through secure third-party payment providers. We do not store full credit card information on our servers.

Website and Technical Information

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Website usage activity
  • Cookies and analytics data

Communication Information

  • SMS/text opt-ins
  • Email subscriptions
  • Contact form submissions
  • Chat communications

3. How We Use Information

We may use your information to:

  • Schedule and manage appointments
  • Provide medical and aesthetic services
  • Communicate regarding appointments and treatments
  • Process payments
  • Send promotional offers and updates
  • Improve website performance and customer experience
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Maintain legal and regulatory compliance

4. HIPAA and Medical Privacy

Protected health information (“PHI”) collected in connection with medical services may also be governed by applicable federal and state healthcare privacy laws, including HIPAA.

Our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices separately explains how medical information may be used and disclosed.

5. SMS and Text Messaging

By providing your phone number and opting into SMS communications, you consent to receive text messages from Carolina Praderio MD PLLC regarding:

  • Appointments
  • Account notifications
  • Customer care
  • Wellness information
  • Promotional offers

Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.

Reply HELP for help or STOP to cancel at any time.

Consent is not a condition of purchase.

We do not sell or share SMS consent information with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.

6. Sharing of Information

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist with:

  • Payment processing
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Electronic medical records
  • Marketing platforms
  • Website hosting
  • Analytics services
  • SMS delivery services

We may also disclose information when required by law or to protect our legal rights.

We do not sell personal information.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our websites may use cookies, pixels, and analytics tools to improve functionality and understand visitor behavior.

Third-party services such as:

  • Google Analytics
  • Meta/Facebook tools
  • Scheduling platforms
  • Chat widgets

may collect technical usage information.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Our websites or communications may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.

10. Your Choices

You may:

  • Request updates to your information
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Request access to certain personal information where permitted by law

To make a request, contact us using the information below.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for adults and patients age 21 and older unless otherwise specified.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through our website.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Information

Carolina Praderio MD, PLLC
DBA Modern Gyn
DBA Modern Medspa

Website: drpraderio.com
Phone: 361-991-9356