1. Introduction

EBGS Clinical Research Center is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the highest standards of data security. We conduct clinical trials under strict ethical and regulatory guidelines including HIPAA, GCP, and GDPR‑equivalent safeguards. IDHA+6EBGS Clinical Trials+6ClinicalConnection+6

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2. Information We Collect

When you submit a form or otherwise contact us, we may collect:

• Personal identifiers (e.g. name, email, phone)

• Health-related information relevant to clinical trial eligibility (e.g. medical history, current conditions)

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3. How Your Data Is Used

Your personal information will be used exclusively to:

• Assess your eligibility for participating in clinical trials

• Contact you regarding specific studies

• Manage participation in the research process

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4. Confidentiality & Data Security

We store data in secure, climate‑controlled facilities with access controls, role-based permissions, anonymization, and comprehensive audit logs. Only authorized personnel are permitted to view sensitive information. All staff receive formal training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP), HIPAA compliance, and SOPs. IDHA+12EBGS Clinical Trials+12ClinicalConnection+12

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5. Data Sharing

• We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties.

• Study sponsors or collaborators will receive anonymized data only where necessary for the study's conduct.

• Any data disclosure complies with applicable regulations and standard contract provisions.

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6. Your Rights

Depending on local law, you may:

• Request access or corrections to your stored data

• Request deletion when permitted by law (e.g. except when retention is required by protocol)

• Withdraw from the trial or data collection at any time
  We will verify your identity before processing such requests to protect your privacy.

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7. Children and Minor Participants

We do not knowingly collect information from minors under the age of 18 unless submitted by a legal guardian. Parental consent is required for minors to participate in pediatric trials. clinicalresearch.com

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8. Contact Information

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
EBGS Clinical Research Center
2085 McGee Road SW, Snellville, GA 30078
Phone: 770‑884‑2808
Email: leke@esbariatricandgeneralsurgery.com

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9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed to reflect changes in law or our practices. Material updates will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.