Atlanta Functional Medicine Internet Privacy & Text (SMS) Messaging Security Policy
Atlanta Functional Medicine respects your privacy and is committed to protecting sensitive information at all times. This online privacy statement explains how Atlanta Functional Medicine collects, uses, and safeguards information on www.AtlantaFunctionalMedicine.com. This Internet Privacy Statement applies ONLY to information collected by the Atlanta Functional Medicine website.
By using this website, you are acknowledging and agreeing to the terms of use and conditions outlined in this policy. Please read carefully.
Changes To Internet Privacy Statement
We reserve the right to amend the Internet Privacy Statement at any time, for any reason. We will post a notice that this Internet Privacy Statement has been amended by revising the “Last updated” date at the bottom of this page.
If you have questions about this Internet Privacy Statement, please send us an email to ContactUs@AtlantaFunctionalMedicine.com.
Information We Collect And How We Use It
Information we collect — When you browse AtlantaFunctionalMedicine.com and do not interact with the site for any online service or product from Atlanta Functional Medicine, you browse anonymously. Personally identifiable information–such as your name, address, phone number, and email address–is not collected as you browse.
If you choose to interact with our site in other ways, such as subscribing to our newsletter, submitting questions or comments, or requesting information or materials, we will collect certain personal information from you. The type of personal information collected will vary, but may include name, phone number, email address, and other demographic information. We do not collect Social Security numbers or Dates of Birth via our website. The type of product or service that you seek will determine the personal information that is collected. For a listing of the exact kind of personal information that will be collected from you, please refer to the appropriate online form.
Tracking activity on our website — We track how our site is used by both anonymous visitors and visitors who interact with the site. We may use third-party software such as Google Analytics to help us analyze how users use the site. These tools may use “cookies”, which are text files placed on your computer, to collect standard Internet log information and visitor behavior information in an anonymous form. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website (including IP address) is transmitted to Google or other third-party company. This information is then used to evaluate visitors’ use of the website and to compile statistical reports on website activity for Atlanta Functional Medicine.
We may also use a tracked phone number that records calls for quality assurance purposes. This practice will be identified to the caller upon placing the phone call to the tracked number. Callers will hear something similar to “This call may be recorded for training and quality assurance purposes”.
How we use personal information — Once collected, we may use your personal information (except for your email address, which is outlined below) for the following purposes:
- Register yourself for the products, services, or programs you have requested
- Answer your texts, emails, or online requests
- Send the information you request
- Ensure the website is relevant to your needs
- Deliver Atlanta Functional Medicine services such as newsletters, meetings, or events
- Notify you about new products/services, special offers, upgrades, and other related information from Atlanta Functional Medicine.
How we use your email address — Users who have opted in to our electronic newsletter may periodically receive emails from us regarding new products/services, special offers, news, and other related information from Atlanta Functional Medicine.
We do not share, sell, trade, exchange, or rent your email address to vendors for them to market their products or services to you. When we hire vendors to deliver emails to you on our behalf, they are under agreement and limited from using your email address for any other purpose.
When we send an email to you, we may be able to identify information about your email address, such as whether you can view graphic-rich HTML email. If your email address is HTML-enabled, we may choose to send you graphic-rich HTML email messages.
How to opt out of email — To opt out of an email list, please contact Atlanta Functional Medicine, (770) 667 3006.
Children under 13 — We do not knowingly solicit data online from or market to children under the age of 13.
Text (SMS) Messaging Terms & Conditions
Program Description
By providing your mobile number and opting in, you agree to receive text messages from Atlanta Functional Medicine (“AFM”). Messages may include appointment reminders, health-related updates, office information, and other communications related to your care.
If you consent to receive SMS from Atlanta Functional Medicine, you agree to receive appointment reminders, health-related updates, office information, conversations, and other communications related to your care etc. from us. Reply STOP to unsubscribe; Reply HELP for help; Msg & Data rates may apply; Messaging frequency may vary. Visit AtlantaFunctionalMedicine.com to see our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
Frequency
Message frequency will vary depending on your appointments, services, and preferences.
Cost
Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.
How to Opt Out
If you consent to receive SMS from Atlanta Functional Medicine, you agree to receive messages that include appointment reminders, health-related updates, office information, and other communication related to your care.
You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. You will receive one final message confirming your opt-out. After that, you will no longer receive text messages from AFM unless you opt in again.
Help / Support
For help, reply HELP or contact us directly at (770) 667 3006 or ContactUs@atlantafunctionalmedicine.com.
Privacy
We value your privacy. Text messaging is not a fully secure form of communication and should not be used to share personal medical information. No mobile opt-in message consent will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes. For sensitive or confidential matters, please call our office directly. View our full Privacy Policy at www.AtlantaFunctionalMedicine.com.
Carrier Disclaimer
Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
Consent
By opting in, you confirm that you are the account holder or have permission to enroll the mobile number provided and that you understand and agree to these Terms & Conditions.
Changes to Terms
AFM may modify these terms at any time. Updates will be posted on our website.
Information security — Atlanta Functional Medicine implements security measures to protect against unauthorized access to or unauthorized alteration, disclosure, or destruction of data. We restrict access to personal information to our business partners who may need to know that information to operate, develop, or improve our services. These individuals are bound by confidentiality obligations and may be subject to discipline, including termination and criminal prosecution, if they fail to meet these obligations.
How We Safeguard Information
Site security features — Atlanta Functional Medicine takes extensive measures and carefully selects third-party companies that have sound security practices in place. Please be aware that no data transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. For these reasons, and despite our measures, we cannot guarantee or warrant the security of any information transmitted to us electronically.
Our Internet Privacy Statement refers only to information collected through our website. For a copy of our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, please contact Atlanta Functional Medicine, (770) 667-3006.
Linking to other Internet sites — Atlanta Functional Medicine website may link to other Internet sites, as other Internet sites may link to Atlanta Functional Medicine is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of other websites and cannot monitor them. To ensure your privacy is protected, we recommend that you review the privacy statements of other Internet sites you visit.
Contacting Us About Privacy
You may contact us about our privacy practices at any time:
Email: ContactUs@AtlantaFunctionalMedicine.com
Phone: (770) 667-3006
By Mail At:
Atlanta Functional Medicine
5755 North Point Parkway #74
Alpharetta, GA 30022
Last Updated November 2025