Privacy Policy for Mater Surgery App

Privacy Policy for Mater Surgery App

Effective Date: 01/01/2025

1. Introduction
Welcome to the Mater Surgery app. This app is designed exclusively for members of the surgical department at Mater Hospital to streamline communication, share critical resources, and manage department-specific information. Protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your data is our top priority. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal and professional information and outlines your rights regarding your data.

2. Data Collection
We collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, and professional credentials to verify and maintain your authorised access to the app.
Usage Data: Logs and activity data to improve app functionality and user experience.
Sensitive Information: Specific business and departmental data necessary for operational purposes within the surgical department.

Data is collected directly through user registration, in-app forms, and app activity tracking.

3. Data Storage
All data is securely stored on encrypted servers that comply with Irish and EU] regulations. We implement robust security protocols, including firewalls, encryption, and regular security audits. Data is retained only as long as necessary for operational purposes or as required by law.

4. Data Usage
The information we collect is used solely for:

Managing user access and authorization.
Facilitating communication and collaboration within the surgical department.
Enhancing the app’s functionality and user experience.

We do not share your data with third parties, except in cases where:

Sharing is legally required.
Explicit user consent has been obtained.
Service providers require limited access to perform specific services (e.g., app hosting).

5. User Rights
As a user of the Mater Surgery app, you have the following rights:

Access and Correction: You can request access to the data we hold about you and request corrections if necessary.
Data Deletion: You may request the deletion of your data, subject to legal and operational constraints.
Withdrawal of Consent: You can withdraw your consent for data processing at any time, which may limit your access to certain app features.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@enquiry.ie

6. Compliance with Data Protection Laws
We are committed to adhering to all relevant data protection regulations, including:

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users within the European Union.
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) for healthcare-related data in the United States.

7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage users to review this policy regularly.

8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy or your data, please contact us at:
Suite 10, 69 Eccles St., Dublin D07PC9X, Ireland