Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 4, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you visit this website or contact the practice of Professor François-Xavier Madec.

This website complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and applicable French data protection laws.

1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for processing personal data is:

Professor François-Xavier Madec
Ambroise Paré – Hartmann Private Hospital Group
48 ter Boulevard Victor Hugo
92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine
France

Professional entity:
SELAS PROFESSEUR FRANCOIS-XAVIER MADEC ANDROLOGIE ET RECONSTRUCTION UROGENITALE

For any data protection inquiries, please contact:
Email: prof.fxmadec@gmail.com

2. Personal Data Collected

Contact Information

We may collect the following information through contact forms or appointment requests:

• First name and last name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Information voluntarily submitted in the contact form

Medical Information

If you voluntarily provide medical information through contact forms, such information is considered sensitive health data and is handled with strict confidentiality in accordance with GDPR.

Technical Data

We may collect technical data such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Pages visited
• Date and time of visit

3. Purpose of Data Processing

Your personal data may be processed for the following purposes:

• Responding to consultation requests
• Scheduling medical appointments
• Managing second-opinion requests
• Communicating with patients or referring physicians
• Improving website functionality
• Ensuring website security
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

Submitting information through this website does not establish a doctor–patient relationship.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Personal data is processed based on:

• Your consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR)
• Pre-contractual measures (appointment request)
• Legal obligations applicable to healthcare professionals
• Legitimate interest in maintaining website security and functionality

Sensitive health data is processed under Article 9(2)(h) GDPR for healthcare purposes.

5. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for the period necessary to fulfill its purpose:

• Contact form submissions: retained as necessary to respond
• Appointment-related data: retained according to medical and legal obligations
• Technical data: retained according to analytics provider policies

Medical records are retained in compliance with French healthcare regulations.

6. Data Sharing

Your personal data is not sold or transferred for commercial purposes.

Data may be shared only with:

• Authorized medical staff
• Secure appointment platforms (e.g., Doctolib)
• Secure second-opinion platforms (e.g., Deuxième Avis)
• Website hosting providers
• Regulatory authorities when legally required

All service providers are required to comply with GDPR standards.

7. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organizational measures are implemented to ensure data protection, including:

• Secure hosting infrastructure
• Encrypted communications (SSL/HTTPS)
• Restricted access to sensitive information
• Protection against unauthorized disclosure

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, please contact:

prof.fxmadec@gmail.com

If you believe your rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with:

CNIL (Commission Nationale de l’Informatique et des Libertés)
https://www.cnil.fr

9. Cookies

This website uses essential technical cookies necessary for website functionality.

Analytics cookies may be used to improve performance and user experience, subject to user consent in accordance with GDPR.

Users may manage cookie preferences through the cookie consent banner.

10. Medical Disclaimer

The information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and does not replace a medical consultation.

Submitting a contact form does not establish a doctor–patient relationship.

11. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect regulatory changes or operational adjustments.

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