Privacy Policy

Kgolo Modibedi Podiatry

Effective Date: February 2026

Kgolo Modibedi Podiatry is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our patients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

By using our website or providing your personal information to our practice, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Personal Information

Full name
Contact details (phone number, email address)
Physical address
Date of birth

Medical Information

Medical history relevant to podiatry treatment
Current health conditions
Treatment records
Referral information from healthcare providers

Website Information

When you visit our website, we may collect:

IP address
Browser type
Pages visited
Website usage information through cookies or analytics tools

2. How We Use Your Information

Your personal information may be used for the following purposes:

Booking and managing appointments
Providing podiatry treatment and healthcare services
Maintaining accurate medical records
Communicating with patients regarding appointments or treatment
Responding to enquiries submitted through our website
Improving our website and services
Complying with legal and healthcare regulatory requirements

3. Sharing of Personal Information

Kgolo Modibedi Podiatry will not sell or rent your personal information.

Your information may only be shared when necessary, including with:

Medical aid providers for billing purposes
Other healthcare professionals involved in your treatment
Regulatory authorities where required by law
Secure third-party service providers assisting with website or administrative services

All third parties are required to respect the confidentiality of your information.

4. Protection of Personal Information

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against:

Loss
Unauthorised access
Misuse
Disclosure
Alteration

Access to patient information is restricted to authorised personnel only.

5. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and understand how visitors interact with our website.

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

6. Your Rights

In terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act, you have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or outdated information
Request deletion of information where legally permissible
Object to the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances

Requests may be made by contacting our practice using the details below.

7. Retention of Information

Patient records are retained for the period required by applicable healthcare regulations and legal requirements in South Africa.

8. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or practice procedures. Updates will be posted on our website.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Kgolo Modibedi Podiatry

Phone: 072 702 5158
Email:
Address: 42 Heystek Street, Rustenburg, 0300