Privacy Policy

​Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Mehdi Asadov's clinic, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all our patients, including international patients receiving treatment in Turkey. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your personal and medical information in compliance with Turkish data protection law (KVKK*) and international standards.

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Information We Collect

We collect information necessary to provide you with high-quality medical care:

• Personal Details: Name, date of birth, passport number, contact information, emergency contacts

• Medical Information: Medical history, current health conditions, medications, allergies, treatment records, surgical notes

• Clinical Photography: Pre-operative and post-operative photographs for medical documentation

• Financial Information: Payment details and transaction records

• Communication Records: Emails, messages, and consultation notes

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How We Use Your Information

Your information is used exclusively for:

• Medical Care: Providing consultations, surgical procedures, and post-operative follow-up

• Treatment Coordination: Communicating with you about appointments, care instructions, and recovery

• Legal Compliance: Maintaining medical records as required by Turkish healthcare regulations

• Safety and Quality: Ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety

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Medical Photography

Clinical photographs are taken as part of your medical record to document your treatment and monitor outcomes.

 

For Marketing Use: We will only use your photographs in marketing materials, website galleries, or social media with your separate written consent. You may refuse this while still receiving full medical care, and you can withdraw consent at any time.

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Information Sharing

We do not sell or share your information for commercial purposes. We may share your information only with:

• Medical Staff: Surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses directly involved in your care

• Healthcare Partners: Laboratories, diagnostic centers (when necessary for your treatment)

• Legal Requirements: Turkish health authorities or law enforcement (when legally required)

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All partners are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.

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International Data Transfers

As an international patient, your data may be transferred between Turkey and your home country for:

• Coordination with your local healthcare providers (with your consent)

• Follow-up care and communication after you return home

We ensure all transfers are secure and comply with data protection standards.

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Data Security

We protect your information through:

• Encrypted digital storage and secure transmission

• Password-protected access systems

• Restricted physical access to medical records

• Regular staff training on confidentiality

• Compliance with Turkish healthcare data protection standards

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Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request copies of your medical records

• Correction: Update or correct your personal information

• Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal medical record retention requirements)

• Withdraw Consent: Remove authorization for marketing use of photographs

• Data Portability: Receive your medical records in transferable format

• Object: Opt out of marketing communications

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To exercise your rights, contact us at: info@drmehdiasadov.com

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Data Retention

We retain your medical records for 10 years following your last treatment, as required by Turkish medical regulations. Marketing materials are removed immediately upon consent withdrawal.

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Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website with the effective date clearly stated.

By proceeding with treatment at our clinic, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

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* Turkish Personal Data Protection Authority (KVKK): www.kvkk.gov.tr