1. Purpose
This policy governs the collection, storage, publication, and management of personal
and professional data of medical professionals (doctors) featured on the website of
Burhani Medical Idara.
2. Legal Compliance
The Idara complies with the following Indian laws and regulations:
- Information Technology Act, 2000
- Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011 (SPDI Rules)
- Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA)
- Indian Medical Council (Professional Conduct, Etiquette and Ethics) Regulations, 2002
3. Types of Data Collected
With the doctor’s prior written consent, the Idara may collect and publish:
- Full name
- Medical registration number (NMC or State Medical Council)
- Qualifications and specialization
- Contact information (phone/email, only with consent)
- Affiliated hospital or clinic
- Professional biography
- Profile photo (optional)
- Consultation hours or availability
4. Consent
Doctors must give explicit, informed consent before their data is published.
Consent includes:
- Types of data being published
- Purpose of publication
- Right to access, correct, or request deletion
Consent may be revoked at any time by written communication.
5. Purpose Limitation
Doctor data shall be used solely to:
- Inform the public
- Facilitate access to healthcare
- Build transparency
The data will not be used for third-party marketing or commercial purposes without
additional explicit consent.
6. Data Security Measures
The Idara shall:
- Use SSL encryption on its website
- Restrict backend access to authorized personnel only
- Conduct regular data security audits
- Ensure secure data storage and management practices
7. Data Accuracy and Review
- Doctors may review or request updates to their profile at any time
- Valid update requests will be processed within 15 working days
- An annual review of all published data shall be conducted
8. Right to Withdraw or Opt-Out
Doctors may request removal of their profile by submitting a written request.
Upon verification, the data shall be deleted within 15 business days.
A record of withdrawal will be maintained for legal and compliance purposes.
9. Non-Disclosure to Third Parties
Doctor data shall not be shared with third parties unless:
- Required by applicable Indian law
- Separate, explicit consent has been provided by the doctor
- Shared with hosting or technical vendors under valid Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
10. Disclaimer
“The information published on this website is provided by the doctors themselves.
Burhani Medical Idara does not independently verify medical competence unless
specifically stated. Website visitors must exercise discretion when using this information.”
11. Policy Review
This policy shall be reviewed annually or as required by changes in applicable Indian law.
