Privacy Policy

Synthesis Clinic – Owned by WN Health Solutions Ltd

Synthesis Clinic is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of all patients, website users, and staff. This policy explains how personal data is collected, used, stored, and protected, as well as the professional standards followed within the clinic.

1. Data Controller

The Synthesis Clinic website and services are owned and managed by WN Health Solutions Ltd, which acts as the data controller responsible for processing your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

2. Information We Collect

Personal and Medical Information

We may collect:

  • Name, date of birth, address, and contact details

  • Medical and health information necessary for treatment

  • Appointment scheduling and billing details

  • Payment and subscription information

  • Information provided through forms, registrations, or enquiries

Website and Device Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address, browser type, and time zone

  • Cookies and usage analytics

  • Pages viewed, referral sources, and interaction data

This information helps us maintain website security, prevent misuse, and improve services.

3. Purpose of Data Processing

We collect and process personal data only when necessary to:

  • Provide safe, effective multidisciplinary healthcare

  • Schedule and manage appointments

  • Maintain accurate medical and clinical records

  • Process payments securely

  • Communicate about services, appointments, or updates

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Meet legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations

You may choose not to provide certain data, but this may limit access to some services or website features.

4. Confidentiality of Medical Records

All patient information is treated as strictly confidential.

Access is limited to authorized healthcare professionals involved in your care, including:

  • Physiotherapists

  • Occupational therapists

  • Speech therapists

  • Dietitians

  • General practitioners

  • Clinical psychologists

  • Nurses

Information is only shared to third parties:

  • With your explicit consent

  • When legally required

  • To protect safety, rights, or investigate fraud

Unauthorized disclosure or breach of confidentiality may result in disciplinary or legal action.

5. Data Security

We use appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

While we follow strict security practices, no internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

6. Online Booking and Payments

Online booking requires certain personal details.

Payments are processed through secure third-party gateways, and Synthesis Clinic does not store payment card information.

7. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Improve user experience

  • Analyze website performance

  • Maintain security

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website functions may be limited.

8. Legal Basis and International Transfers

Where applicable (including for European residents), data processing is based on:

  • Contractual necessity

  • Legal obligations

  • Legitimate business interests

  • User consent

Personal data may be transferred and stored outside Europe, including in Canada or the United States, with appropriate safeguards.

9. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Be informed about how your data is used

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of non-essential data

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent for marketing

To exercise your rights, contact us at admin@synthesisclinic.org

10. External Website Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites.

Synthesis Clinic is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. Users should review each site’s privacy policy separately.

Workplace Professional Standards

11. Professional Conduct

All staff must:

  • Maintain professionalism, ethics, and evidence-based care

  • Treat patients with dignity, respect, and empathy

  • Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team

12. Multidisciplinary Care

Synthesis Clinic operates as an integrated healthcare center including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, dietetics, general practice, clinical psychology, and nursing.

Appropriate communication and referrals within the team are required.

  • Documentation and Consent

Clinicians must:

  • Keep accurate clinical notes after each session

  • Obtain informed consent before assessment or treatment

  • Follow all professional and legal record-keeping standards

13. Health and Safety

Staff must follow strict:

  • Infection control procedures

  • Equipment cleaning and maintenance protocols

  • Incident reporting requirements

14. Workplace Behaviour

The clinic maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward:

  • Harassment

  • Discrimination

  • Unethical conduct

Punctuality, professionalism, and respectful communication are mandatory.

15. Social Media Conduct

No identifiable patient information may be shared online.

All public representation of Synthesis Clinic must remain professional.

16. Continuous Professional Development

All collaborators of Synthesis Clinic are encouraged to pursue ongoing education and training to maintain high standards of care.

17. Contact Information

For privacy enquiries or to exercise your data rights, contact:

Email: admin@synthesisclinic.org

Phone: +230 5xxx-xxxx