Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

1. Data Controller

This website is operated by Op. Dr. Burak Akbay (Memorial Bahçelievler Hastanesi, Bahçelievler, İstanbul). We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable legislation.

2. Data Collected

The following data may be collected through this website:

  • Name, phone number, and email address submitted via contact forms
  • Personal information shared during appointment requests
  • Anonymous website visit statistics
  • Technical information collected through cookies

3. Purpose of Data Use

Personal data collected is used solely for the following purposes:

  • Responding to appointment requests
  • Facilitating patient communication
  • Improving website performance
  • Fulfilling legal obligations

4. Data Sharing

Your personal data is not shared with third parties. In cases of legal obligation, data may be shared with authorized authorities as required by law.

5. Data Retention

Personal data is retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected. Upon expiration of the retention period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

6. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection legislation, you have the following rights:

  • The right to know whether your personal data is being processed
  • The right to request information about processing activities
  • The right to learn the purpose of processing and whether data is used in accordance with its purpose
  • The right to know third parties to whom your data has been transferred
  • The right to request correction of incomplete or inaccurate data
  • The right to request deletion or destruction of your data

7. Cookies

This website uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze site traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website features.

8. Contact

For questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at burak.akbay@memorial.com.tr.