Cockerell Dermatopathology | Privacy Policy
1. Purpose and Scope
Cockerell Dermatopathology ("Cockerell," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to safeguarding the privacy of everyone who visits our website or otherwise communicates with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information gathered through our website and through other channels of communication, including phone, email, text message, and printed or electronic newsletters (collectively, "Communications").
Our website and services are intended for use by individuals located in the United States. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals located outside the United States, and this policy does not extend to visitors outside that jurisdiction.
2. What Information We Collect
We may gather information in the following ways:
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Through our website — pages you visit, forms you complete, and any details you choose to submit.
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Through direct inquiries — information you voluntarily share when you contact us with questions about our services, request records, or seek more information about our practice.
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Through other Communications — any additional interactions with our practice, such as newsletters, appointment-related messages, text alerts, or voicemail correspondence that references this policy.
By using our website or engaging with our Communications, you acknowledge that your use is governed by the terms of this Privacy Policy.
3. How We Use the Information We Collect
Any personal information you provide to us is used only with your knowledge and for legitimate purposes connected to our relationship with you. This may include:
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Responding to your requests or inquiries
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Administering and improving the services we provide
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Sending you information about services offered by Cockerell that we believe may be relevant to you
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Requesting feedback about your experience with our practice
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Conducting internal research to improve the quality of our services
We do not sell, rent, or lease your contact information to outside third parties.
You may ask us in writing, at any time, to stop sending you Communications, promotional emails, or other non-essential correspondence.
4. Your Rights and Choices
You retain control over the personal information we hold about you. Depending on how you've interacted with us, you may be able to:
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Unsubscribe from newsletters or promotional Communications
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Request a copy of the personal information we have on file
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Ask questions about how your information is used
To exercise any of these choices, or if you experience any difficulty accessing or updating your information, please contact us directly using the information below.
Note: This policy addresses general website and communications privacy. It does not replace or substitute for our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which governs the use and disclosure of protected health information (PHI) and is provided separately to patients.
5. Opting Out
If you've subscribed to receive updates or Communications from us, you can opt out at any time by:
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Following the unsubscribe instructions included in any email you receive from us, or
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Contacting our office directly to request removal from our mailing or contact lists
6. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please reach out to:
Cockerell Dermatopathology
2110 Research Row, Suite 100
Dallas, TX 75235
This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We encourage you to review it periodically.
Last updated: September 1, 2026