Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 9, 2026
Houston Brain Center Privacy Policy
Houston Brain Center ("Houston Brain Center," "we," "our," or "us") values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, schedule appointments, contact our office, or use our services.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Mailing address
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Date of birth (when applicable)
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Information submitted through contact forms
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Appointment requests
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Insurance information (when applicable)
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Information you provide regarding your health concerns or services of interest
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We also automatically collect certain technical information, including:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device information
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Pages visited
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Date and time of website visits
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Referral websites
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Cookies and similar technologies
How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
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Respond to inquiries
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Schedule appointments
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Communicate regarding services
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Provide requested information
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Improve our website and patient experience
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Send appointment reminders
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Send newsletters or educational content if you have opted in
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Maintain the security of our website
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Comply with legal obligations
Healthcare Information & HIPAA
Houston Brain Center provides healthcare services that may be subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
If you become a patient, your protected health information (PHI) is handled in accordance with applicable federal and state privacy laws, including HIPAA.
This website is intended for informational purposes and should not be used to transmit sensitive medical information unless specifically directed through a secure communication method provided by our office.
Our website Privacy Policy is separate from our Notice of Privacy Practices provided to patients.
Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and understand how visitors interact with our website.
These technologies may help us:
Analyze website traffic
Improve website performance
Remember user preferences
Measure marketing effectiveness
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.
Third-Party Services
Our website may use trusted third-party services, including but not limited to:
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Website hosting providers
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Appointment scheduling software
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Email marketing platforms
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Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics)
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Payment processors (if applicable)
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Embedded videos or maps
These providers maintain their own privacy policies governing how they collect and process data.
Online Forms
When you complete a form on our website, we collect the information you voluntarily submit to:
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Respond to your inquiry
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Schedule consultations
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Provide requested resources
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Communicate about our services
Please do not submit confidential medical information through general contact forms unless specifically instructed to do so.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter or educational updates, we may periodically send emails about:
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Brain health education
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Practice updates
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Events
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New services
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Wellness resources
You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in our emails.
SMS Communications
If you choose to receive text messages, we may send appointment reminders or other practice-related communications.
Message and data rates may apply.
You may opt out at any time by following the instructions provided in the message.
How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information only when necessary to:
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Provide requested services
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Work with trusted service providers
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Comply with legal obligations
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Protect our legal rights
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Respond to lawful requests from government authorities
All third-party service providers are expected to safeguard personal information appropriately.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Children's Privacy
Our services may be provided to children with the involvement of a parent or legal guardian.
We do not knowingly collect personal information online from children under the age of 13 without parental involvement.
If you believe a child has submitted personal information through our website without appropriate consent, please contact us so we can remove the information.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your state of residence, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
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Request access to your information
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Request corrections
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Request deletion where permitted by law
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Withdraw consent where applicable
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Opt out of certain communications
To exercise these rights, please contact our office.
External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for educational or informational purposes.
Houston Brain Center is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Houston Brain Center
Phone: 281-394-1379
Email: info@houstonbraincenter.com
Houston Heights Location: 2233 Yale St suite 250 Houston, TX 77008
Katy Location: 440 Cobia Dr. ste 1004 Katy, TX 77494
Thank you for trusting Houston Brain Center with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy while providing compassionate, evidence-informed care.