TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Last Updated: [Feb 2nd, 2025]

Welcome to the website of Hand, Nerve & Microsurgery PC (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) available at www.handnervemicrosurgery.com (the “Website”). By accessing or using our Website, you (“User” or “you”) agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions, as well as all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any portion of these Terms and Conditions, please do not use our Website.

As a medical practice led by a Board-Certified Surgeon, we value your trust and strive to maintain a safe, transparent environment in which you can learn about our services. However, the content on this Website is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice. Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

1.1 Binding Agreement
By visiting or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference. You also agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

1.2 Modifications
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to change, modify, add, or remove portions of these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Website after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms and Conditions. We encourage you to periodically check this page for updates.

2. Medical Disclaimer

2.1 Information Not Medical Advice
All content provided on our Website, including text, graphics, images, and other material, is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The presentation of information on this Website does not establish a physician-patient relationship between you and Hand, Nerve & Microsurgery PC, or any of our surgeons or staff.

2.2 No Doctor-Patient Relationship
The act of sending electronic communications to Hand, Nerve & Microsurgery PC or its providers through the Website does not create a physician-patient relationship. For specific medical questions or concerns, you should always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider.

2.3 Reliance on Information
Any reliance you place on information obtained from our Website is strictly at your own risk. We make no warranty concerning the accuracy or completeness of the content. If you have or suspect you have a medical condition, you should consult a licensed healthcare professional immediately.

3. Text Message Communications and Consent

3.1 Provision of Phone Number
By voluntarily providing your phone number to Hand, Nerve & Microsurgery PC through our Website or other communication channels, you agree and consent to receive text messages (“SMS/MMS”) from us related to appointment scheduling, follow-up care instructions, billing notices, practice updates, or other communications we deem necessary.

3.2 Opt-Out
You can opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying “STOP” to any message you receive from us or by contacting us directly. Once we receive your opt-out request, we will process it promptly. However, you may still receive messages for a short period while we process your request.

3.3 Message and Data Rates
Standard message and data rates may apply when you receive text messages from us. Charges may be billed by and payable to your mobile service provider. Check with your carrier for details on fees and charges.

3.4 No Warranty on Text Services
We provide text messaging as a convenience. We do not guarantee the successful, timely, or error-free delivery of text messages. Under no circumstances will we be liable for delays or failures in delivery of any SMS/MMS messages.

4. Use of the Website

4.1 Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction) to use this Website or provide personally identifiable information. If you are under the age of majority, you must have the consent of your parent or legal guardian.

4.2 Prohibited Activities
You agree not to use the Website:

  • To violate any local, state, national, or international law or regulation.

  • To transmit any material that is defamatory, offensive, or otherwise objectionable.

  • To introduce viruses, trojans, or other malicious code.

  • To gather or store personal data of other users without their express consent.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Ownership of Content
All Website content, including text, images, graphics, logos, icons, and software (“Content”), is owned or licensed by Hand, Nerve & Microsurgery PC and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. Any unauthorized use of the Content may violate copyright, trademark, and other laws.

5.2 License and Restrictions
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial use. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, or otherwise use the Content for any commercial purpose without our express written consent.

6. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Website, you consent to all actions taken by us in compliance with the Privacy Policy. Please review our Privacy Policy carefully.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

7.1 As Is, As Available
The Website and its Content are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without any warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the fullest extent permissible by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

7.2 No Guarantee of Accuracy
We make reasonable efforts to update and maintain the accuracy of information on our Website but do not warrant that any information is complete, current, or error-free.

8. Limitation of Liability

8.1 General Limitation
To the fullest extent allowed by law, Hand, Nerve & Microsurgery PC and its directors, officers, employees, agents, or affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use of, or inability to use, the Website or Content.

8.2 Medical Services
Under no circumstances shall we be liable for any medical or treatment decisions you make based on information obtained through our Website. Any health-related information on this Website is provided solely for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as a diagnosis, treatment recommendation, or medical advice.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Hand, Nerve & Microsurgery PC and its affiliates, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs) arising out of or in any way connected with:

  1. Your access to and use of the Website;

  2. Your violation of any portion of these Terms and Conditions;

  3. Your violation of any third-party right, including any intellectual property or privacy right; or

  4. Any claim that you caused damage to a third party.

10. Third-Party Links

For your convenience, our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Hand, Nerve & Microsurgery PC. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites. We do not endorse any third-party sites or any information, materials, products, or services contained therein.

11. Termination

We reserve the right, without notice and in our sole discretion, to terminate or suspend your access to the Website for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of these Terms and Conditions.

12. Governing Law and Venue

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New Jersey, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law. Any legal suit, action, or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms and Conditions shall be instituted exclusively in the federal or state courts located in the State of New Jersey, and each party irrevocably consents to the jurisdiction of such courts.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Hand, Nerve & Microsurgery PC with respect to your use of the Website. They supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings and agreements, whether written or oral, regarding the Website and the services provided herein.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions or the Website, please contact us at:

  • Hand, Nerve & Microsurgery PC

  • Address: 570 Sylvan Ave 2nd Floor, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632

  • Email: Info@handnervemicrosurgery.com

  • Phone: (917) 993-3353

Thank you for visiting our Website. By continuing to use www.handnervemicrosurgery.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions.