Privacy Policy

Last updated: 27/06/2026

This Privacy Policy describes how the website drmichaelides.cy (hereinafter "the Website") collects, uses, processes, and protects the personal data of visitors and patients (hereinafter "the User"), in full compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR - EU 2016/679) and Cypriot legislation.

1. Data Controller

The data controller for the personal data collected through this website (drmichaelides.cy) is Dr Erineos Michaelides, General Surgeon, based at Evangelistria Medical Centre, 1 Michael Giorgalla Street, 1095 Nicosia, Cyprus. For any questions regarding the processing of your personal data, you may contact us at info@drmichaelides.cy.

2. What Data We Collect

Μέσω της ιστοσελίδας, ενδέχεται να συλλέξουμε τα ακόλουθα δεδομένα:

– Contact details (name, email, phone number) that you voluntarily provide through the contact form – Technical browsing data (IP address, device/browser type, pages visited) through website analytics tools – Data from cookies (see Section 7)

Important clarification: This website does not collect, store or process medical or health data. Any medical information you may include in a message sent through the contact form remains confidential and is used solely for the scheduling or preparation of your medical appointment, in accordance with medical confidentiality. Users are strongly advised not to send sensitive medical history, clinical details, or diagnostic tests through the Website's general contact forms.

3. Purpose of Processing

The data collected is used for the following purposes:

– Responding to enquiries and appointment requests
– Improving the functionality and user experience of the website
– Statistical analysis of website traffic (anonymised data)

4. Legal Basis for Processing

The processing of your data is based on:

– Your consent, when you complete and submit the contact form
– Our legitimate interest in improving and securing the website

5. Data Retention Period

Contact details submitted through the form are retained for as long as necessary to handle your request, and are subsequently securely deleted, unless a legal obligation requires longer retention (e.g. medical records, should a doctor-patient relationship be established).

6. Disclosure of Data to Third Parties

Your data is not sold, rented, or disclosed to third parties for commercial purposes. It may be disclosed to:

– The website's hosting provider, solely for technical operational purposes
– Website analytics service providers (e.g. Google Analytics), subject to that provider's privacy terms

In all cases, we ensure that third parties comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

7. Cookies

This website uses cookies to improve its functionality and analyse website traffic. On your first visit, you will be asked for your consent via a cookie banner. You may change your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.

8. Your Rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:

– Access the personal data we hold about you
– Rectify inaccurate data
– Erasure of your data ("right to be forgotten")
– Restrict processing
– Data portability
– Object to processing

To exercise any of the above rights, please contact us at info@drmichaelides.cy.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Commissioner for Personal Data Protection of Cyprus (www.dataprotection.gov.cy), if you believe that the processing of your data infringes the GDPR.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

10. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

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Terms of Use

1. Acceptance of Terms

Access to and use of the website drmichaelides.cy constitutes full acceptance of these Terms of Use.

2. Informational Nature of Content

All content on this website, including descriptions of conditions, symptoms, and treatment approaches, is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations, and under no circumstances replaces personal medical examination, diagnosis, and treatment by a qualified physician.

For any medical concern, we recommend contacting Dr Michaelides or another appropriate physician directly. In case of a medical emergency, contact Emergency Medical Services immediately (199 / 112) or visit your nearest Accident & Emergency Department.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on this website (text, images, logo, design) is the intellectual property of Dr Erineos Michaelides, unless otherwise stated, and is protected under applicable intellectual property law. Reproduction, distribution, or modification of this content without prior written permission is prohibited.

4. Limitation of Liability

Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the content on this website. However, no warranty is given as to its completeness or accuracy, and Dr Michaelides shall not be liable for any damage arising from the use or misinterpretation of the content.

5. Links to Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites. Dr Michaelides is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such websites.

6. Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the Law of the Republic of Cyprus. Any dispute relating to the use of this website shall fall under the jurisdiction of the Courts of the Republic of Cyprus.