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Terms of Use

Welcome to this website. By accessing or using this site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.

Note: “We,” “our,” or “the Company” refers to Shilpa Ravella, M.D., PLLC, operated by Dr. Shilpa Ravella.

1. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, images, videos, and software, is the property of the Company and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

1.1 Text and Other Content

All written content, graphics, and software are original or properly licensed.

You may not copy, distribute, or use content without explicit written permission.

1.2 Images

All original photos were created by Dr. Shilpa Ravella and are copyrighted.

Some images on this site are obtained from royalty-free sources and are used in accordance with their license terms. If any images require attribution, appropriate credit will be provided.

1.3 Usage Restrictions

You may access and view content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

Reproduction, distribution, modification, or commercial use of any content or images is strictly prohibited without explicit permission.

Removal of copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices is not allowed.

2. Use License

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and view website content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

This license terminates automatically if you violate these terms. Upon termination, you must destroy any downloaded materials.

3. Medical Disclaimer

Content on this website is for general educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice.

Do not rely on information here to make health decisions.

Always consult a licensed physician or healthcare professional.

In emergencies, call 911 immediately.

The Company makes no warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or reliability. Use of content is at your own risk. The website does not endorse or guarantee any treatments, tests, products, or services.

4. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent allowed by law, the Company is not liable for any damages arising from your use of this site, reliance on content, or interactions with third parties. Some jurisdictions may not allow certain exclusions; if applicable, some limitations may not apply.

5. Accuracy of Information

We strive for accuracy but do not guarantee completeness or timeliness. Content may be updated or modified without notice.

6. Third-Party Links

Links to external websites are for convenience. We do not control or endorse external content and are not responsible for third-party actions.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and analytics (e.g., Google Analytics, social sharing widgets, WordPress cookies) to improve site performance. By using this site, you consent to these technologies. See the Privacy Policy for details on data collection.

8. Changes to Terms

These Terms may be updated at any time. Continued use constitutes acceptance of the current version.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

10. Contact Forms

Forms on this site may be used to respond to inquiries or provide information. Submissions are protected by anti-spam measures.

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important. This policy explains how personal information is collected, used, and protected on this website.

1. Information Collection

We may collect personal information when you:

Submit a form or contact us.

Subscribe to newsletters.

Interact with site features (comments, login, analytics).

Types of information may include your name, email address, and any information you voluntarily provide.

2. Use of Information

Collected information may be used to:

Respond to inquiries.

Improve website content and functionality.

Provide educational or promotional content.

Comply with legal obligations.

We do not sell personal data. Trusted service providers may process data to support site operations (e.g., analytics providers).

3. Cookies and Tracking

Cookies, analytics, and social sharing widgets are used to improve user experience. Users can manage or disable cookies via browser settings. Refer to the Terms of Use for full details.

4. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected or as legally required.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

6. User Rights

Depending on your location (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), you may have the right to:

Access your personal data.

Request corrections or deletion.

Opt out of certain data collection.

Requests can be submitted via the contact form or email on this website.

7. Third-Party Links

External links may have their own privacy practices. We are not responsible for those practices.

8. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Images and Creative Commons Content

Some images are copyrighted by Dr. Shilpa Ravella, while others are obtained from royalty-free sources for educational and illustrative purposes. If any images require attribution, appropriate credit will be provided. See the Terms of Use for information on permissions and usage.

10. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated at any time. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.