Who We Are

This website represents the professional information and educational resources of Gerry Collins.

The purpose of this website is to provide general educational information about urological conditions, treatments, and clinical practice.

Information We Collect

This website is primarily informational. We do not actively collect, store, or process personal medical information from visitors.

If the website includes optional features such as contact forms or comments, basic information such as name, email address, and message content may be temporarily processed to respond to enquiries.

We do not use this website to collect patient medical records, diagnoses, or confidential health data.

Comments

If visitors leave comments on the website, the information entered in the comment form may be collected along with the visitor’s IP address and browser information to help detect spam.

Comments may be moderated before publication.

Cookies

This website may use basic cookies to improve site functionality and performance.

Cookies may be used to:

Remember user preferences
Ensure proper website functionality
Help protect the site from spam or malicious activity

These cookies do not store sensitive personal or medical information.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Some pages may include embedded content such as videos, images, or articles.

Embedded content behaves in the same way as if you had visited the external website directly. These websites may collect data, use cookies, or monitor your interaction with that content according to their own privacy policies.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or distribute visitor information to third parties.

Basic technical data (such as IP address) may be processed automatically by spam protection or website security systems.

Data Retention

If comments are enabled and submitted, the comment and its metadata may be stored to allow moderation and follow-up discussions.

Otherwise, this website does not retain personal visitor data beyond what is necessary for basic website operation and security.

Your Rights

If you have submitted personal information through the website (such as a comment or contact form), you may request:

A copy of the information we hold about you
Correction of inaccurate information
Deletion of your personal data where applicable

Requests can be made through the website contact details.

Important Medical Disclaimer

The information provided on this website is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

Medical information presented here should not be considered a final diagnosis, medical advice, or a substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

Every patient is different. Symptoms, conditions, and treatments can vary widely between individuals.

If you have concerns about your health or symptoms, you should seek personalised advice from a qualified medical professional or your healthcare provider.

A proper clinical assessment and diagnosis is essential before any treatment decisions are made.

Updates to This Policy

This privacy policy may be updated occasionally to reflect changes in website functionality or legal requirements.

The most recent version will always be available on this page.