Privacy Policy

Last updated: 01/23/2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Advanced Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine LLC (“Advanced Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine LLC,” “ADAM,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and discloses personal information when you visit our website, request an appointment, communicate with us, or otherwise interact with our website and online services (collectively, the “Services”).

For purposes of this Privacy Policy, “you” and “your” means you as a website visitor, prospective patient, or other individual interacting with our Services. This Privacy Policy applies only to our website and online activities and does not apply to patient medical records or protected health information.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we do, we will post the updated policy on this page and revise the “Last updated” date above.

How We Collect and Use Personal Information

To operate our website and provide our Services, we collect personal information from a variety of sources. The information we collect depends on how you interact with our website.

In addition to the specific purposes described below, we may use personal information to:

  • Communicate with you

  • Operate, maintain, and improve our website

  • Support marketing and advertising efforts

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Protect the security and integrity of our Services

What Personal Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you interact with our website, you may voluntarily provide personal information, including:

  • Contact details such as your name, email address, phone number, and zip code

  • Appointment request information, such as preferred appointment dates or services requested

  • Communications, including messages sent through contact forms, appointment request forms, or email

You are not required to provide this information, but choosing not to may limit your ability to request appointments or receive responses.

Information Collected Automatically (Usage Data)

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type and operating system

  • Pages viewed and actions taken on the website

  • Date and time of visits

  • Referring URLs

This information is collected using cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies (“Cookies”).

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties that help us operate our website and marketing efforts, including:

  • Website hosting and infrastructure providers

  • Analytics providers such as Google Analytics

  • Advertising and marketing platforms such as Google Ads and Meta (Facebook)

Any information obtained from third parties is handled in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

How We Use Your Personal Information

Providing Website Services

We use personal information to respond to inquiries, process appointment requests, and communicate with you about our services.

Marketing and Advertising

We may use personal information to:

  • Send marketing or informational emails

  • Display advertisements on third-party platforms

  • Measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns

Advertising may be tailored based on your interactions with our website.

Communications

We may contact you by email or SMS for:

  • Appointment confirmations and reminders

  • Responses to inquiries

  • Practice updates

SMS messages are used for appointment-related communications only.

Security and Fraud Prevention

We use information to monitor for suspicious activity, protect our website, and prevent fraud or misuse.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use Cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable core website functionality

  • Analyze website performance and usage

  • Support marketing and advertising campaigns

You can control or disable Cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling Cookies may affect website functionality.

Global Privacy Control (GPC)

Our website recognizes the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal. Where applicable, we treat GPC signals as a valid request to opt out of certain data sharing used for targeted advertising.

How We Disclose Personal Information

We may disclose personal information in the following circumstances:

  • Service providers that perform services on our behalf (e.g., website hosting, analytics, communications tools)

  • Advertising and marketing partners for analytics and promotional purposes

  • Legal or regulatory authorities when required to comply with applicable laws or legal processes

  • Business transactions, such as a merger or acquisition

We do not knowingly sell personal information for monetary consideration. However, certain advertising activities may be considered “sharing” under applicable privacy laws.

Third-Party Websites and Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Data Security and Retention

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. However, no security measures are perfect, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

  • Request access to personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your personal information

  • Opt out of certain advertising or data sharing activities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: info@advanceddermchi.com
Phone: (847) 802-9667
Company: Advanced Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine LLC
Location: 850 South Wabash Avenue, Suite #200, Chicago, IL, 60605