Privacy and Data Protection Statement
Effective Date: 12 June 2026
Purpose
Retina Care Abu Dhabi is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal information entrusted to us by our patients, website visitors, and stakeholders.
Legal and Regulatory Compliance
Retina Care Abu Dhabi processes personal data in accordance with applicable laws and regulations of the United Arab Emirates, including Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 regarding the Protection of Personal Data (PDPL), together with other relevant healthcare requirements.
Information We Collect
We may collect names, contact details, appointment requests, health-related information voluntarily submitted, technical website usage information, and any other information necessary to provide healthcare services.
Purpose of Processing
Personal information may be used for appointment scheduling, responding to enquiries, facilitating healthcare services, communicating important updates, improving website performance, maintaining records, and complying with legal obligations.
Data Security
Appropriate administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards are implemented to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or misuse.
Data Sharing
Personal information will not be sold or disclosed to third parties except where required for healthcare delivery, where consent has been obtained, or where disclosure is mandated by law.
Retention
Personal information is retained only as long as necessary and in accordance with applicable UAE healthcare and legal requirements.
Individual Rights
Individuals may request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information where legally permissible, and may withdraw consent where applicable.
Medical Disclaimer
Website information is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Use of the website does not establish a doctor–patient relationship.
Children's Privacy
Where services involve minors, information will be processed with the consent of a parent or legal guardian.
Changes
This statement may be updated periodically. Revised versions will include an updated effective date.
Contact
For privacy-related enquiries, please contact Retina Care Abu Dhabi through the official contact channels listed on https://retinacareabudhabi.com.
Approved for publication by Retina Care Abu Dhabi.