Privacy Policy

Overview

This practice is committed to complying with the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian
Privacy Principles 2014 and the privacy provisions of all applicable legislation.
This policy includes personal information obtained from inside the clinic, website or over the phone.

Collection of information

When personal information is obtained from a client, we will do so according to the privacy act. We will ensure security and that the information remains confidential. The information that is obtained will be used solely for the purpose the information was collected for unless exceptional circumstances prevail as explained under the privacy act.
When we collect personal information from an individual, we will ensure that we do
so in a fair manner and that we let the individual know where and how to contact our
organisation. We will only collect information that is necessary for one or more of our
functions or activities. We will advise individuals of the purpose for which their personal information is
collected.

Disclosing information

Information that Is disclosed will only be done in accordance with the privacy act. This includes information obtained from within our clinic, website and over the phone.

Personal information may be disclosed:

• To other relevant staff members in the course of our business activities
• When the individual gives consent to disclose the information
• to comply with valid legal requirements as required by law
• Under other conditions where permitted under the Act.

Unauthorised disclosure

Our clinic will protect the privacy of individuals to the best of its ability. Unauthorised access to patient information by employees or any other individuals is a breach of this policy and may require legal action to be taken.

Obtaining access to personal to information

Individuals can request their personal information. This may be denied according to exemptions in the act.

Security

Personal information collected be managed securely. Information will be destroyed when no longer required. This policy will be reviewed from time to time and any amendments will be incorporated into the updated policy

Inquiries

Please contact us on or phone 0429004411