Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 1 December, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit or interact with http://ahmedbardan.co.uk/ (“the Website”). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable laws.

By using this Website, you agree to the terms set out in this policy.

1. Who We Are

Dr Ahmed Bardan
Consultant Ophthalmologist & Eye Surgery Specialist
Website: https://www.ahmedbardan.co.uk/
Email: ahmedbardan@gmail.com

We are the Data Controller of your personal data.

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

Type of DataExamples

Personal Identification DataName, contact number, email address
Medical Enquiry DataAny information you provide through the consultation/contact forms regarding your eye health
Technical DataIP address, browser type, device information
Usage DataPages visited, time spent on the Website, referral source
Marketing DataPreferences if you subscribe to updates or newsletters
We do not collect any special category data (including health data) via the Website unless you voluntarily provide it in a contact form or enquiry. Any such information is treated with strict confidentiality.

3. How We Collect Your Data

Via contact or booking forms
When you call or email us
Through website analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
Through cookies and similar technologies

4. How We Use Your Data

We process your data for the following purposes:

To respond to enquiries or appointment requests
To provide medical consultation information
To improve website performance and user experience
For administrative and legal purposes
(With your consent) to send marketing updates or treatment information

Legal basis for processing:
✔ Consent ✔ Legitimate interests ✔ Contract performance ✔ Legal obligation

5. Data Sharing

We may share your data with:

Medical administrative staff for appointment handling
IT service providers (website hosting & email provider)
Legal or regulatory authorities if legally required

We do not sell or rent your personal data.
We do not transfer your data outside the UK unless adequate protection is ensured.

6. Cookies & Tracking

This Website may use cookies to improve user experience and analyse performance.

Cookie TypePurpose

Essential CookiesWebsite functionality

Analytics CookiesTrack activity to improve performance

Marketing Cookies (if used)Advertising and re-targeting

You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. Data Retention

We only store personal data for as long as necessary:

Enquiry data: up to 2 years
Medical consultation notes (if a patient relationship begins): in line with NHS/private healthcare regulations
Cookie/analytical data: as per third-party tool policies

8. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

✔ Access your personal data
✔ Correct inaccurate data
✔ Request deletion (where legally permitted)
✔ Withdraw consent at any time
✔ Restrict or object to processing
✔ Request data portability
✔ Make a complaint to the ICO

ICO Contact:
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
https://www.ico.org.uk /

0303 123 1113

9. Security Measures

We take appropriate steps to protect your data using:

Secure servers
SSL encryption (HTTPS)
Restricted access controls

However, no internet method is 100% secure and we cannot guarantee complete protection.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies separately.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The latest version will always be posted on this page with the revised date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any concerns or requests regarding your personal data, please contact us:

📧 Email: ahmedbardan@gmail.com

📞 Telephone: 07456 590696