Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October, 2025
As a registered acupuncturist, I value your trust and am committed to protecting your personal and health information. The clinic I work for follows Alberta’s Health Information Act (HIA) and Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) to ensure your privacy is respected at all times.
Information We Collect
We collect personal and health information such as your name, contact details, medical history, and appointment or billing information. This helps us provide safe and effective acupuncture care.
When you visit our website, we may also collect limited technical data (like browser type or pages visited) to improve user experience.
How We Use and Share Information
Your information is used only to:
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Provide acupuncture and wellness services.
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Maintain accurate records.
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Communicate about appointments and care.
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Process payments and insurance claims (if applicable).
We do not sell or share your information for marketing. We may share it only with your consent, with other healthcare providers, or when required by law.
How We Protect Your Privacy
We use secure systems and safeguards to protect your personal and health information from unauthorized access or disclosure. Only authorized staff can view your information when needed for your care.
Your Rights
You have the right to access your records, request corrections, or withdraw consent (subject to legal limits). For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact me:
Ramsay Acupuncture and Wellness II
#140 1900 - 11 Street SE
Phone: 587.735.1729
Email: michaelm@ramsayacupuncture.ca
If your concern is not resolved, you may contact the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Alberta at www.oipc.ab.ca.