Terms of Use
Effective Date: 04/06/26
Welcome to the website of Massachusetts Eye Research and Surgery Institution (“we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, which is hosted on the WordPress platform. By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use this website.
1. Informational Purposes Only – No Medical Advice
The content on this website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.
2. No Physician–Patient Relationship
Use of this website, including submitting forms or communicating through the site, does not establish a physician–patient relationship. A relationship is only formed after you have been accepted as a patient and completed appropriate intake and consent procedures.
3. Use of Website
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes. You may not:
– Violate any applicable laws or regulations
– Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems
– Interfere with the operation or security of the website
– Use the website in a way that could harm the practice or other users
– We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for any user who violates these Terms.
4. WordPress Hosting and Third-Party Services
This website is hosted on the WordPress platform and may utilize third-party hosting providers, themes, plugins, and integrations (such as scheduling tools, analytics services, or payment processors).
We are not responsible for:
– The availability, security, or performance of WordPress or hosting providers
– The functionality or reliability of third-party tools
– The privacy or data practices of third-party services
– Your use of such services may be subject to separate terms and policies.
5. Communications and Security
Information transmitted through this website (including contact forms, appointment requests, or email links) may not be secure. Submission of information does not guarantee confidentiality and does not create a physician–patient relationship.
Do not submit sensitive medical or personal information unless directed to a secure, HIPAA-compliant system.
6. Intellectual Property
All website content, including text, graphics, logos, images, and design, is the property of Massachusetts Eye Research and Surgery Institution or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may use the content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without prior written permission.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
This website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Massachusetts Eye Research and Surgery Institution disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including:
– Accuracy or completeness of content
– Continuous availability or error-free operation
– Fitness for a particular purpose
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, [Practice Name] shall not be liable for any damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, this website, including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
9. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of those sites.
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the appropriate state or federal courts located in Massachusetts.
11. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective upon posting with an updated effective date.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact:
Massachusetts Eye Research and Surgery Institution
1440 Main Street, Suite 201, Waltham, MA 02451