Personal Information (Privacy Notice)
Any personal information that you provide or use through the computer systems operating the Hospital’s website shall be deemed to have been provided with your acknowledgment and consent. The Hospital will use its best efforts to safeguard the confidentiality of such information.
In the event that such personal information is unlawfully accessed or stolen by electronic means (including hacking), provided that such incident is not caused by the Hospital’s negligence, or if the information is lost or damaged due to force majeure or any other circumstances beyond the Hospital’s control, the Hospital reserves the right to disclaim liability for any loss or damage arising from such events.
Disclaimer Policy
This document may contain inaccuracies, factual errors, or typographical mistakes. The Hospital does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of this document, nor does it guarantee the reliability of any advice, opinions, statements, or information displayed or distributed through this website. You acknowledge that any reliance on such opinions, advice, statements, records, or information is at your own risk.
The Hospital reserves the absolute right to correct any errors or omissions in any part of this website. The Hospital may also modify this website, its documents, products, programs, services, or prices (if applicable) at any time without prior notice.
This website is intended solely as a communication channel for the exchange of information between users and the Hospital. By providing information to, or using information through, the computer systems that operate the Hospital’s website, you are deemed to have consented to the Hospital’s collection, use, or disclosure of such personal information.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, any collection, use, or disclosure of such information that may result in loss or damage to a user or any third party shall not, in itself, create any right, liability, and/or legal obligation between the Hospital, website users or members, and any third party.
Limitation of Liability
Under no circumstances shall the Hospital be liable to any person for any direct, indirect, special, consequential, incidental, or other damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, business interruption, or loss of data, programs, or other information stored in your information systems, arising out of or in connection with the use of, or inability to use, any information, documents, or functions available on this website or any linked websites.
Changes
The Hospital reserves the absolute right to amend, modify, add to, or remove any part of these Terms and Conditions, in whole or in part, at any time. Any changes shall become effective upon notification of such changes. Your continued use of this website following any amendment shall be deemed acceptance of the revised Terms and Conditions.
The Hospital may, at any time, terminate, modify, suspend, or discontinue this website or any aspect of its design or functionality. The Hospital may also impose limits on certain features or services, or restrict your access to part or all of the website, without prior notice and without incurring any liability.
The Hospital may also terminate any permissions, licenses, or rights of use granted under these Terms and Conditions.
Copyrights
All text, images, audio, content, and other components of this website, including but not limited to trademarks, service marks, names, trade names, and other materials appearing on the Hospital’s website, are legally protected under Thai intellectual property laws and are the lawful property of Samitivej Hospital and its affiliated network.
This website and all of its components are provided solely for users’ personal use, including receiving information and communicating with the Hospital.
Any unauthorized copying, reproduction, imitation, modification, public dissemination, distribution, sale, rental, or other use of the aforementioned intellectual property for commercial purposes or any other improper benefit, without prior permission from the Hospital, shall constitute an infringement of applicable intellectual property laws.
Social Media Policy
The Samitivej Hospital Network (“Samitivej”) provides channels of communication for the public through social media, with the aim of fostering a friendly online community and serving as a source of useful information and knowledge for users of such platforms.
Samitivej encourages you to share comments, opinions, experiences, or other content in a courteous and respectful manner. These social media channels include, but are not limited to, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, online websites, and any other social media platforms that Samitivej may establish in the future (collectively, the “Social Media Channels”).
By accessing, visiting, and/or posting any content on Samitivej’s Social Media Channels, you agree to comply with the following Terms of Use:
Information on Social Media Is Not a Substitute for Individual Medical Advice
Any content presented on Samitivej’s Social Media Channels, including text, images, or other materials, is provided for informational and educational purposes only. Such information is not intended to replace consultation, diagnosis, or advice from your physician.
Please consult your physician regarding any medical questions or concerns you may have, as medical advice should be based on your individual health condition and circumstances.
Exercise Caution When Posting Your Personal Information
Social media platforms are public. Any information you post on social media may be viewed by others and may also be collected or retained by third parties.
Samitivej is unable to monitor, intercept, or take action to remove your information from third parties. Therefore, please exercise careful judgment before posting any personal information on social media.
Prohibited Content
To maintain a courteous and respectful environment, you must not post, comment on, or publish any of the following information or content:
- Content that violates any applicable laws or regulations, including copyright and trademark laws.
- Content that is unlawful, threatening, abusive, offensive, defamatory, harassing, humiliating, invasive of another person’s rights or privacy, libelous, obscene, hateful, racist, ethnically discriminatory, or otherwise inappropriate, as determined solely by Samitivej.
- Content that you do not have the legal, contractual, or fiduciary right to use or disclose.
- Content containing viruses, worms, disabling codes, or any other computer code, files, or programs designed to disrupt, damage, or limit the functionality of any software, hardware, or telecommunications equipment.
- Unsolicited or unauthorized advertising, promotional materials, junk mail, spam, chain letters, pyramid schemes, or any other form of solicitation.
- Content containing personal health information, including photographs of patients
Samitivej’s Social Media Channels must not be used to provide medical advice or medical opinions by individuals who are not Samitivej physicians, nor may they be used to recommend physicians who are not affiliated with Samitivej.
You must not impersonate any person or entity, or falsely represent your identity or your relationship with any person or organization.
Samitivej reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to monitor, prohibit, block, restrict, suspend, or terminate your access to its Social Media Channels at any time, without prior notice or explanation. Samitivej may also remove, delete, block, screen, or restrict any content at its sole discretion.
Disclaimer
Samitivej has developed and maintains its Social Media Channels using a commercially reasonable level of skill, care, and attention. We hope that you enjoy using our Social Media Channels. However, any information made available on or through these Social Media Channels is provided on an “AS IS” basis and is intended solely for general consumer education and informational purposes.
Your access to and use of the Social Media Channels is voluntary and at your own risk. Although Samitivej makes reasonable efforts to monitor content posted on its Social Media Channels, Samitivej does not review every comment and may not always be able to respond to requests for information submitted through social media within a reasonable period of time.
The views and opinions expressed by individuals posting on the Social Media Channels do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of Samitivej or its employees, directors, staff, or representatives.
Samitivej does not warrant that access to the Social Media Channels will be uninterrupted or secure. Social media services may be affected by various factors beyond Samitivej’s control. Samitivej also cannot guarantee that files downloaded from such websites will be free from viruses, worms, Trojan horses, or other code that may damage, disrupt, or interfere with the operation of computer systems.
Samitivej reserves the right to modify, update, suspend, or discontinue any of its Social Media Channels at any time without prior notice.
Third-Party Links
Samitivej assumes no responsibility or liability for any content provided through third-party links. The presence of any third-party link on Samitivej’s Social Media Channels does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship, or support by Samitivej.
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Samitivej Hospital Network, including its employees, directors, officers, representatives, agents, successors, and assigns, from and against any and all losses, claims, damages, settlements, costs, expenses, and liabilities, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of or relating to any of your activities or conduct on these Social Media Channels.
Changes
This Policy may be amended or updated at any time without prior notice. Each time you access or use Samitivej’s Social Media Channels, the then-current version of this Policy shall apply.
Any revised Policy shall become effective immediately upon its publication. By posting content or otherwise continuing to use the Social Media Channels after the revised Policy has been published, you will be deemed to have acknowledged, accepted, and agreed to such amendments.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Thailand. Any claim or dispute arising out of or relating to this Policy shall be subject exclusively to the jurisdiction of the courts of Thailand.