Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 16.10.2025
At Dr. Thomas Caspritz’s practice, your privacy is a priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how your personal and health information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you visit this website or engage with the services offered through our clinics in Christchurch and Timaru.
1. What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Contact details: name, phone number, email address
- Health information: provided via appointment requests or consultation forms
- Referral information: from other healthcare providers
- Website usage data: including IP address and browser activity (via analytics tools)
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Schedule and manage appointments
- Provide medical assessments and treatments
- Communicate with you or your referring health provider
- Meet legal and clinical obligations
- Improve our website and services
We only collect the minimum information necessary and use it for purposes directly related to your care.
3. Storage and Protection
Your data is stored securely using trusted clinical and digital systems compliant with New Zealand health data regulations. We implement appropriate technical and administrative safeguards to protect against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information only when necessary for your care or when legally required. This includes:
- Other healthcare providers involved in your treatment
- Diagnostic services (e.g., laboratories, imaging)
- New Zealand health authorities (if required by law)
We do not sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes.
5. Your Rights
Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request corrections to your information
- Withdraw consent for non-essential data collection
To exercise these rights, please contact us directly using the details below.
6. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how users interact with the site. This helps improve functionality and user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
7. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., health services or booking platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their policies separately.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Dr. Thomas Caspritz
Email: [email protected]
Locations: Christchurch & Timaru, New Zealand
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in services, legal requirements, or best practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.