EQUAL Anaesthesia App – Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 3/16/2025
Welcome to the EQUAL app (“App”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our App. By using the App, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
- Name, email address, and professional details (e.g., hospital affiliation) when creating an account.
- Contact information when reaching out for support.
b. Usage Data
- Log data, including IP addresses, device information, and timestamps of App interactions.
- App usage statistics and error reports to improve performance.
c. Data Collected for Research and Quality Improvement
- The App may collect anonymized intraoperative anaesthesia data for analysis and research.
- No personally identifiable patient information is collected or stored.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve the App’s functionality and user experience.
- To facilitate anaesthesia quality improvement and research initiatives.
- To ensure compliance with legal and ethical requirements.
- To respond to user inquiries and provide customer support.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share information in the following circumstances:
- With Research Partners: Aggregated and anonymized data may be shared with research institutions for anaesthesia-related studies.
- With Service Providers: Third-party vendors assisting in App maintenance and analytics may process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements.
- For Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or security of users and our services.
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system can be 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Data Retention
We retain data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Anonymized research data may be stored for extended periods to support ongoing studies.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your data:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information.
- Restrict or object to data processing.
- Withdraw consent for data collection.
- Request a copy of your data.
To exercise these rights, contact us at equalanaesthesia@uvahealth.org.
7. Third-Party Links and Services
The App may contain links to external websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party platforms.
8. Children’s Privacy
The App is not intended for use by children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any significant changes will be communicated through the App or our website. Your continued use of the App after such updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at equalanaesthesia@uvahealth.org.
By using the EQUAL app, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.