Privacy Policy
At Bay Aesthetics / Sean Hashemi, MD INC (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit mybayaesthetics.com. By using our website, you agree to the terms described below.
Information We Collect
We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Full name, date of birth, and contact details (email, phone, address)
- Treatment interests and questions submitted through contact or appointment forms
- Messages and inquiries submitted via our website
When you visit our website, we may also automatically collect non-personal data such as:
- IP address and browser type
- Pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs
- Device identifiers and operating system
- Data collected via cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To schedule appointments and respond to consultation inquiries
- To communicate with you about our services, procedures, and follow-up
- To improve our website and patient experience
- To send appointment reminders and relevant practice information
- To comply with applicable federal and state laws
- For marketing and promotional purposes where you have provided consent
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
Before & After Photo Consent & Use
We display before and after photographs of patients on our website strictly for educational and informational purposes. The following policies govern our use of such photos:
- All patients whose photos appear on this website have provided written informed consent authorizing Bay Aesthetics to use their images for marketing, educational, and promotional purposes.
- Consent forms are maintained in our records and are available upon request by authorized parties.
- Photos are not shared, sold, or licensed to third parties without separate patient authorization.
- Patients retain the right to revoke consent for future use of their photos at any time by submitting a written request to our office. Previously published materials may not be retroactively removed from all platforms.
- Photos are not used to identify or diagnose conditions in other patients; individual results vary.
Results shown in before and after photos are not guaranteed and may not be representative of typical outcomes.
How We Share Your Information
We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Staff: With physicians and staff involved in responding to your inquiry or providing your care.
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website and practice (e.g., booking platforms, analytics tools), who are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or court order, or to protect the rights and safety of our patients and staff.
- With Your Consent: With any party to whom you have authorized disclosure.
SMS & Mobile Communications
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
All other categories of information described in this Privacy Policy exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent. This information will not be shared with any third parties.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather analytics data. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit certain website features.
We may use third-party analytics services such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. These services may collect anonymized data about your visit and are governed by their own privacy policies.
Data Security
We implement reasonable physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Please do not submit sensitive medical or health information through our website contact forms. For protected communications, contact our office directly by phone.
Your Rights
You may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable legal retention requirements.
- Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications at any time by contacting us or using unsubscribe links in emails.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected] or (650) 313-2338.
Adults Only
This website is intended for adults only. All cosmetic and aesthetic surgical procedures offered by Bay Aesthetics are performed exclusively on patients who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If you believe someone under 18 has submitted personal information through this website, please contact us at [email protected] and we will promptly remove it.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites such as appointment booking platforms and social media. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Palo Alto, CA 94306