Privacy Policy for Surgical Autonomy

Effective Date: 01/01/2019

1. Introduction

Surgical Autonomy ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform to assess competency, provide feedback, and visualize progress for surgical trainees in the OR setting for Residents and Fellows ("Services"). By using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that can identify you directly or indirectly, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Professional details (e.g., title, institution, specialty)

2.2 Usage Data

We may also collect information on how the Services are accessed and used, including:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited
• Time and date of visit
• Time spent on pages
• Device information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our Services
• Personalizing and improving your experience
• Communicating with you, including sending updates and notifications
• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our Services
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Service providers: Third-party companies and individuals who perform services on our behalf.
• Legal and regulatory authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Affiliates: Companies related by common ownership or control
• Business transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business

4.1 No Sale of Personal Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Retention of Your Information

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. Changes are effective immediately upon posting.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Surgical Autonomy Program
811 9th St Suite 120-147
Durham NC 27705