Last updated: 15-Dec-2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Mouhannad Kantar, MD, Geriatric & Anti Aging Medicine (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit www.drkantar.com (the “Site”).

This Policy applies only to information collected through this Site and does not replace the privacy practices that apply to medical records and clinical care, which are governed by federal and state health privacy laws and our internal HIPAA policies.

By using this Site, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect two types of information when you use our Site.

a. Information you choose to provide

You may choose to provide information such as:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• City or location
• Any message or question you type into contact forms

We use this information to respond to your inquiries, schedule appointments when appropriate, and provide requested information about our services.

Please do not submit sensitive medical details, Social Security numbers, or financial information through general contact forms on the Site.

b. Information collected automatically

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect certain technical information, such as:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring website or search term

This information is typically collected through cookies and similar technologies and is used to improve the Site, understand how visitors use it, and maintain security.

2. Cookies and Analytics

Our Site may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember preferences (such as language or layout)
• Measure how users navigate pages
• Support basic functionality and security

We may use analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, to understand aggregate visit patterns. These tools collect information in a de identified manner and do not provide us with your name or direct contact details.

You can usually manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. If you disable cookies, some features of the Site may not function as intended.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information collected through the Site to:

• Respond to inquiries and messages submitted through the Site
• Provide information about our services and practice
• Improve the design, content, and usability of the Site
• Monitor and protect the security of the Site
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms and Conditions

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share information collected through the Site in the following limited situations:

• Service providers
  We may share information with trusted third party vendors who provide website hosting, analytics, technical support, or similar services. They are permitted to use information only to provide services to us.
• Legal requirements and protection
  We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, safety, or the rights and safety of others.
• Business transfers
  If there is a reorganization, merger, or transfer of practice ownership, information associated with the Site may be transferred as part of that process, subject to the same privacy protections.

We do not share information collected through this Site with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

5. Medical Information and MyChart

Clinical information and medical records are not managed directly through this Site. They are handled in accordance with HIPAA and other applicable laws.

If you access MyChart or another patient portal via links on our Site:

• Your use of those portals is governed by the privacy policy and terms of the health system or vendor that operates them.
• Information you enter into MyChart is part of your medical record and is protected under separate HIPAA policies, not solely under this website Privacy Policy.

If you have questions about how your medical information is used or shared, please contact our office directly.

6. Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information collected through the Site from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

However, no website or internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure. You use the Site at your own risk and should:

• Avoid sending highly sensitive information through general forms
• Use secure networks when possible
• Log out of shared devices after viewing information

7. Retention of Information

We retain information collected through the Site for as long as necessary to:

• Respond to your inquiry
• Operate and improve the Site
• Comply with legal, regulatory, or recordkeeping obligations

When information is no longer needed for these purposes, we take reasonable steps to delete or de identify it.

8. Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed to children under the age of 13 and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the Site.

If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13 through the Site, we will delete it as soon as reasonably possible.

9. Your Choices

You have certain choices about how your information is used:

• You can choose not to submit information through the Site forms.
• You can request that we update or correct contact information you previously provided.
• You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

To update your contact information or request that we stop using it for non clinical communications, please contact us using the details below.

For any requests regarding medical records or clinical information, please call the office so that your request can be handled under applicable health privacy laws.

10. Third Party Websites

Our Site may contain links to third party websites or resources. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of any third party sites, and you should review their policies before providing information to them.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.

Your continued use of the Site after a revised Policy is posted means you accept the changes. If changes are material, we may provide additional notice where appropriate.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle information collected through this Site, please contact us:

Mouhannad Kantar, MD
Email: mouhannad.kantar@gmail.com
Phone: 815 773 7827
Location: Joliet and New Lenox, Illinois, United States