Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 26, 2026Data Controller: Dr. Milind Kumar, Consultant OncologistClinical Affiliation: Southern Medical Clinic (San Fernando) / St. James National Radiotherapy Centre (Port of Spain)Dr. Milind Kumar Oncology ("we," "our," or "the Practice") is committed to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of our website visitors and patients. This policy outlines our methods for collecting, storing, and managing personal and sensitive data in accordance with the General Privacy Principles of the Trinidad and Tobago Data Protection Act, Chapter 22:04, along with established common law regarding medical confidentiality and the protection of private information.
1. Categories of Information Collected
We collect and process two distinct types of data during your interaction with our platform:- Personal Information: This includes standard identification data provided through initial contact channels, such as your full name, telephone number, and professional email addresses (milind.kumar@smctt.com).- Sensitive Personal Information (Health Data): Following Section 2 of the Trinidad and Tobago Data Protection Act, any data relating to an individual's physical or mental health is classified as sensitive. This encompasses oncology history, tumor details, clinical referrals, and specific treatment timelines.
2. Digital Boundaries and Telemedicine Communication Safety
To manage clinical and legal risks, we enforce specific channels for different data types:- Public Media Channels (WhatsApp and Standard Email): The WhatsApp integration and corporate emails listed here are reserved strictly for appointment scheduling, logistical updates, or general inquiries. Standard text and unencrypted emails are not considered secure for transferring clinical data.- Restricted Transmissions: Users must not send diagnostic files, biopsy results, lab reports, or PET/CT scans via WhatsApp or standard email.- Secure Clinical Intake: All formal medical records and specialist notes must be submitted through our encrypted, HIPAA-compliant patient portals during your clinical assessment.
3. Core Principles of Data Utilization
In alignment with the data handling laws of Trinidad and Tobago, your information is managed under rigorous protections:- Purpose Limitation: Data obtained through this site is used solely to organize oncology services, process inquiries, or provide educational materials. We do not sell or trade your data with third-party marketing firms.- Data Minimization: Our collection is limited to the essential information required for scheduling or informational purposes.- Confidentiality Framework: While specific private sector enforcement of the DPA is pending, we safeguard clinical records under the common law doctrine of Breach of Confidence to ensure all doctor-patient data remains legally secure.
4. Technical Security and Retention
- Storage Safeguards: The Practice utilizes commercial-grade security protocols, secure server structures, and administrative controls to protect digital records from unauthorized access, leaks, or modifications.- Retention Policy: Personal data collected via web interactions is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill your request, or in accordance with the professional record-keeping obligations established by the Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago.
5. Third-Party Links and Disclaimers
Our website provides links to external entities, such as the Southern Medical Clinic and educational social media pages. This Privacy Policy is exclusive to drkumaroncology.com. We hold no responsibility for the backend data platforms, privacy codes, or tracking mechanisms used by external websites.
6. Updates to This Document
We maintain the right to update this document to reflect changes in local legislation, updates to our digital infrastructure, or new regional healthcare directives. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the most current version.
7. Data Privacy Contacts
If you have questions regarding the processing of your data, please contact:Dr. Milind KumarEmail: milind.kumar@smctt.comClinical Location: Southern Medical Clinic, 26-34 Quenca Street, San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago