TERMS AND CONDITIONS

A Terms of Service is a legally binding agreement between a service provider and the user, delineating the rules and conditions for utilizing the service. It typically encompasses aspects such as user rights, responsibilities, and limitations of liability.

1. Introduction

Welcome to Valley Foot And Ankle Center. By accessing or using our services, including receiving SMS communications, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not engage with our services.

2. Consent for SMS Communication

By providing your consent to receive SMS communications, you acknowledge and agree to receive text messages from Valley Foot And Ankle Center at the phone number you provide. Information obtained as part of the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties.

3. Types of SMS Communications

If you have consented to receive text messages, you may receive SMS communications related to the following:
Customers and Guests: Updates regarding your relevant information or details we may request you to submit.

4. Standard Messaging Disclosures

Message and data rates may apply. Standard messaging rates will be charged by your mobile service provider.
You can opt-out of receiving SMS messages at any time by texting “STOP” to the number from which
you received the message.
For assistance, text “HELP” to 818-981-1900 or visit our Privacy Policy.

5. Privacy

We respect your privacy and will only use the information you provide to communicate with you via SMS as outlined above. Your personal data will not be shared with third parties unless required by law or as necessary to deliver the requested service.

For details on how we use and secure a registered user’s information, as well as your rights and responsibilities regarding the use of these features, please review our Website Privacy Policies, which are incorporated by reference into this Agreement. Additionally, this site fully complies with the center’s Notice of Privacy Practices as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

6. Modifications

We reserve  the right to modify this Agreement at any time. You agree to periodically review this Agreement to remain aware of any modifications. Your continued access or use of the center’s Web site after the modifications have become effective shall constitute your acceptance of the modified Agreement.

7. License.

We grant you the right to view and use this website, subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. You may download and/or print a copy of the information provided on this website for your personal use only. Any reprinting or electronic reproduction of any document or graphic, in whole or in part, for any other purpose is expressly prohibited without prior written consent from the respective copyright holder(s). To obtain written consent, please contact our designated representative at:

Valley Foot and Ankle Center
18840 Ventura Blvd Ste 211,Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 981-1900

8. Links to Other Sites

While navigating this website, you may encounter links to third-party websites. Please note that Valley Foot and Ankle Center neither reviews nor controls the content or accuracy of these external websites, and therefore, we are not responsible for their content and accuracy. Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.

It is important to be aware that other websites on the Internet may contain unedited, sexually explicit, violent, racist, or other types of material that may be offensive to you. Please exercise discretion when accessing other websites. For information regarding data that may be transferred to third parties through these links or advertisements, please refer to our Website Privacy Policy.

9. Warranty

The information provided in our content areas is intended for educational purposes only and should not be construed as a recommendation for any specific treatment plan, product, or course of action. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Neither we nor our suppliers assume any responsibility for how you utilize the information provided through this Service. You should always consult your physician or another qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or if you have any questions regarding a medical condition.

Health Information
The health information on this website is provided solely for informational purposes to enhance customer service and promote consumer health. It does not constitute medical advice and is not intended to substitute proper medical care provided by a qualified healthcare professional. We assume no responsibility for any circumstances arising from the use, misuse, interpretation, or application of any information provided on this site. Always consult your healthcare professional for appropriate examinations, treatment, testing, and care recommendations. Do not rely on the information on this site for self-diagnosis. If you have a specific medical condition, please contact your healthcare provider. Use of this website does not replace medical consultations with a qualified health or medical professional to meet your or a loved one’s health and medical needs. Please consult a physician or healthcare professional if you suspect you are ill.

You exercise your judgment when using or purchasing any product or selecting a healthcare professional through any site or service linked to this website. Additionally, while we frequently update our content, medical information changes rapidly, and some information may be out of date or contain inaccuracies or typographical errors. Neither the center nor its website endorses any medical or professional service obtained through information provided on this site or any links to this site.

Viruses, Worms, Use of Files
The center cannot and does not guarantee or warrant that files available for download from this site are free of viruses, worms, Trojan horses, or other code with contaminating or destructive properties. The center makes no express or implied warranties, representations, or endorsements of any kind (including, without limitation, warranties of title, non-infringement, or fitness for a particular purpose) with respect to the files available for download from this site. In no event shall the center be liable to you or anyone else for any decisions made or actions taken based on the use of files downloaded from this site. These files may be downloaded and/or printed for personal use only. Any reprinting or electronic reproduction of any document or graphic, in whole or in part, for purposes other than personal use is expressly prohibited unless prior written consent is obtained from the appropriate Valley Foot and Ankle Center copyright holder.

10. General Disclaimer.

All materials, including links to other sites and content found on linked sites, are provided “as is” without any express or implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Due to the nature of the Internet, we do not guarantee that access to this website or any of its pages will be uninterrupted or error-free. The center makes no warranties or representations regarding the usefulness or expected results of the material contained on this website. Please note that some jurisdictions may not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you. Check your local laws for any such restrictions.

11. Limitation of Liability.

By accessing this website, you agree that the center shall not be liable under any circumstances or theories of liability under international, civil, common, or statutory law, including but not limited to strict liability, negligence, other tort theories, or contract, patent, or copyright laws. This includes any direct, indirect, consequential, incidental, or punitive damages arising from the use of this website or any information, goods, or services obtained on this website, even if the center has been advised of the possibility of such damages, to the fullest extent permitted by law. Please note that some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so these limitations may not apply to you.

12. User Representations & Responsibilities.

You represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old and possess the legal right and ability to enter into this Agreement and use this website in accordance with its terms. You agree to be financially responsible for your use of this website and to comply with your responsibilities and obligations as outlined in this Agreement.

User Submissions
As a user, you are responsible for your own communications and the consequences of your postings. By using this website, you agree not to:

• Post highly confidential information as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices.
• Post material that is copyrighted unless you are the copyright owner or have permission from the copyright owner.
• Post material that reveals trade secrets unless you own them or have permission from the owner.
• Post material that infringes on any other intellectual property rights or on the privacy or publicity rights of others.
• Post material that is obscene, defamatory, threatening, harassing, abusive, hateful, or embarrassing to another user or any other person or entity.
• Post sexually explicit images or statements.
• Post advertisements or solicitations of business.
• Post chain letters or pyramid schemes.
• Impersonate another person.
• Post material that contains viruses, Trojan horses, worms, time bombs, cancelbots, or other harmful computer programming routines or engines intended to damage, interfere with, intercept, or expropriate any system, data, or information.

We have taken reasonable steps and employed industry-standard practices and technology to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of your personally identifiable information; however, since even the most secure system can be violated, the center cannot guarantee security.

Completion and submission of the form provided under “Contact Us” to provide personal information for the purpose of obtaining additional information from the facility constitutes conclusive acceptance of the terms in the Site Disclaimer, Website Privacy Policy, and Notice of Privacy Practices.

Minors and Child Online Privacy Protection Act
This website does not target content to minors and does not intend to collect personal information from minors, therefore it is not subject to the Child Online Privacy Protection Act.

If you permit your minor child or a child for whom you are the legal guardian (a “Minor”) to access and use this website, you agree to assume full responsibility for: (i) the online conduct of such Minor; (ii) monitoring the Minor’s access to and use of this website; and (iii) the consequences of any use.

13. The Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

We reserve the right, but not the obligation, to terminate your access to this website if we determine, at our sole and absolute discretion, that you are involved in infringing activity. This includes alleged acts of first-time or repeat infringement, regardless of whether the material or activity is ultimately determined to be infringing. Notification under this Agreement may be delivered to you by electronic mail, a general notice on this website, or by written communication delivered via first-class U.S. mail to your address on record in our account information, if any.

The center does not interfere with standard technical measures used by copyright owners to protect their materials. We have implemented procedures for receiving written notifications of claimed infringements and processing such claims in accordance with the Act. Our designated agent to receive notifications of claimed infringements is:

Valley Foot and Ankle Center
18840 Ventura Blvd Ste 211,Tarzana, CA 91356
(818) 981-1900

Any written notice regarding copyright infringement or other proprietary rights should be sent to our designated agent (listed above) and must include the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of either (i) the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed or (ii) the person defamed.
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed, or, if multiple copyrighted works at a single online site are covered by a single notification, a representative list of such works at that site.
• Identification of the material claimed to be infringing, or the subject of infringing activity, with information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material.
• Information reasonably sufficient to permit us to contact you, such as your address, telephone number, and/or electronic mail address.
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright or other proprietary right owner, its agent, or the law.

If you choose to access this website from outside the United States, you do so on your own initiative and are responsible for compliance with U.S. and local laws, if applicable. Software is subject to United States export controls. No software may be downloaded or otherwise exported or re-exported (i) into (or to a national resident of) Cuba, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Iran, Syria, or any other country to which the U.S. has embargoed goods, or (ii) to anyone on the U.S. Treasury Department’s list of Specially Designated Nationals or the U.S. Commerce Department’s Table of Deny Orders. You represent and warrant that you are not located in, under the control of, or a national resident of any such country or on any such list. You agree to comply with U.S. export control laws and will not transfer any software or other content from this website to a foreign national or foreign country in violation of those laws.

14. Trademarks.

Throughout this website, various trademarks and service marks are referenced. These marks, whether registered or not, are the property of their respective owners.

15. Changes and Applicable Law.

We reserve the right to modify this website and our Legal Disclaimer/Conditions of Use at any time. We encourage you to periodically review the website and these terms for updates or changes. Your continued access or use of this website signifies your acceptance of these Legal Disclaimers/Conditions of Use and any changes. Any cause of action or claim you may have against the center must be initiated within one (1) year after the claim or cause of action arises. The center’s failure to insist upon or enforce strict performance of any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of any provision or right. Neither the course of conduct between the parties nor trade practice shall act to modify any provision of this Agreement. The center may assign its rights and duties under this Agreement to any party at any time without notice to you.

16. Security.

We will only use the information you submit to provide the services you have requested and as described in this Website Privacy Policy.

Secure Technology: 

In addition to our Website Privacy Policy, we prioritize the technical security of your information. Any personally identifying information you submit is stored on a secure server to maximize security and confidentiality. Our servers are protected by a complex series of firewalls, adding an extra layer of security.

Access to Your Information: 

Access to the information you submit is limited to employees and staff who need it for the following purposes:

• Direct Response: If you send a non-urgent inquiry through the “Contact Us” section or submit a resume through “Careers,” only authorized individuals who review, research, and respond to your inquiry will have access to your information.
• Website Maintenance: Our technical staff may occasionally view data during their work. They are governed by strict rules to ensure accesses are for legitimate reasons, and we monitor access to all web technology.

17. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Terms and Conditions or our data practices, please contact us:

Address: 18840 Ventura Blvd. Ste #211 Tarzana, CA 91356

Phone: 818-981-1900

Last Updated: 02/05/2025