Terms of Use

1. Eligibility

This Website is intended for use by individuals who are at least eighteen (18) years of age or the age of legal majority in their jurisdiction.

By using this Website, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least eighteen (18) years old.
• You have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
• Any information you submit is truthful, accurate, and complete.
• You will maintain the accuracy of any information you provide to SI Medical.

If you submit information on behalf of another individual, you represent that you are legally authorized to do so.

SI Medical reserves the right to refuse service, terminate communications, or restrict access to the Website if we believe any information submitted is inaccurate, misleading, fraudulent, or otherwise violates these Terms.

2. Permitted Website Use

SI Medical grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use this Website solely for your personal, lawful, and non-commercial use.

You may use the Website to:

• Learn about our medical weight loss services.
• Request information.
• Schedule or request consultations.
• Contact SI Medical.
• Access educational resources published by SI Medical.

You agree not to:

• Use the Website for any unlawful purpose.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, servers, databases, or networks.
• Introduce malicious software, viruses, ransomware, spyware, or other harmful code.
• Attempt to interfere with the security or operation of the Website.
• Copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from Website content except as expressly permitted by law.
• Use automated software, bots, scrapers, crawlers, or similar technologies to access or collect Website content without our prior written permission.
• Submit false, misleading, defamatory, abusive, obscene, or unlawful content through any Website form.
• Impersonate another individual or organization.
• Interfere with another person’s use of the Website.

Violation of these Terms may result in suspension or termination of your access to the Website and may subject you to applicable civil or criminal liability.

3. Medical Disclaimer

The information provided on this Website is intended solely for general educational and informational purposes.

Nothing on this Website should be interpreted as:

• Medical advice;
• A medical diagnosis;
• A recommendation regarding treatment;
• A guarantee of medical outcomes;
• A substitute for professional medical evaluation or care.

Weight loss results vary from person to person based on numerous factors, including medical history, medications, lifestyle, adherence to treatment, and individual physiology. Any testimonials, before-and-after photographs, or patient success stories presented on this Website represent individual experiences and should not be interpreted as typical or guaranteed results.

You should always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or before beginning any treatment program.

Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment because of information you read on this Website.

4. No Provider–Patient Relationship

Your use of this Website does not establish:

• a physician-patient relationship;
• a provider-patient relationship;
• a nurse-patient relationship; or
• any other healthcare provider relationship with SI Medical or its providers.

Submitting a contact form, requesting information, scheduling a consultation, communicating through email or text message, or otherwise interacting with this Website does not create a provider-patient relationship.

A provider-patient relationship is established only after:

• SI Medical accepts you as a patient;
• appropriate medical evaluations have been completed;
• all required documentation has been executed; and
• treatment has commenced in accordance with applicable law and SI Medical’s policies.

Until such time, any communications should be considered informational only.

5. No Emergency Communications

This Website is not monitored continuously and must never be used to communicate medical emergencies or urgent health concerns.

Do not use Website forms, email, or text messaging to request emergency medical assistance.

If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency department.

SI Medical is not responsible for delays in reviewing, receiving, or responding to communications submitted through the Website.

6. Appointment Requests

Submitting an appointment request, consultation request, or other inquiry through this Website does not guarantee that an appointment has been scheduled.

Appointments are not confirmed until you receive confirmation directly from SI Medical.

SI Medical reserves the right to:

• accept or decline appointment requests;
• reschedule appointments;
• cancel appointments;
• refuse services where permitted by applicable law; and
• request additional information before scheduling.

We make reasonable efforts to respond promptly to inquiries but do not guarantee response times.

7. User Communications and Submitted Information

When you voluntarily submit information through our Website, you represent that:

• the information is truthful and accurate;
• you have the legal right to provide it;
• it does not violate the rights of any third party; and
• it does not contain unlawful, defamatory, threatening, or malicious content.

You agree not to submit confidential medical records or highly sensitive health information through Website forms unless specifically instructed by SI Medical.

Information submitted through the Website will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

8. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, all content on this Website is owned by or licensed to SI Medical and is protected by applicable United States intellectual property laws, including copyright, trademark, trade dress, and other proprietary rights.

Website content includes, but is not limited to:

• Text
• Articles
• Educational materials
• Logos
• Trade names
• Service marks
• Graphics
• Icons
• Images
• Photographs
• Videos
• Audio recordings
• Website design
• Page layouts
• Source code
• Software
• Databases
• Downloadable materials

SI Medical Weight Loss Clinic® and any associated logos or branding displayed on this Website are the property of SI Medical or are used under license.

Except as expressly permitted by these Terms or applicable law, you may not:

• Copy, reproduce, distribute, publish, display, transmit, modify, create derivative works from, or commercially exploit any Website content;
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices;
• Use Website content for commercial purposes without our prior written consent.

Nothing contained on this Website grants any license or ownership interest in any intellectual property belonging to SI Medical.

9. Third-Party Websites and Services

This Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, social media platforms, videos, maps, payment processors, or other external resources for your convenience.

These links do not constitute an endorsement by SI Medical of any third-party products, services, organizations, or content.

SI Medical has no control over the content, policies, security, availability, or privacy practices of third-party websites.

Your use of any third-party website is entirely at your own risk and is governed solely by that third party’s terms and privacy policies.

SI Medical shall not be responsible or liable for any damages or losses arising from your use of any third-party website or service.

10. Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

The Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, retain, and safeguard personal information submitted through this Website, including information related to SMS communications.

By using this Website or submitting information through any Website form, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to our Privacy Policy.

If there is any conflict between these Terms and the Privacy Policy regarding the collection or use of personal information, the Privacy Policy shall govern those matters.

11. Electronic Communications

By submitting a contact form, requesting information, scheduling a consultation, or otherwise communicating electronically with SI Medical, you consent to receive communications from us by electronic means where permitted by applicable law.

These communications may include:

• Email
• Telephone calls
• Text messages (where you have provided the appropriate consent)
• Appointment confirmations
• Appointment reminders
• Follow-up communications
• Service-related notifications

Electronic communications satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing unless applicable law requires otherwise.

Nothing in this section authorizes SI Medical to send marketing text messages without your separate consent where such consent is required by law.

12. Mobile Messaging Terms

If you choose to opt in to receive SMS or MMS messages from SI Medical, the following Mobile Messaging Terms apply.

Program Description

SI Medical may send both promotional and transactional text messages relating to our medical weight loss services.

Promotional messages may include:

• Special offers
• Promotions
• Educational content
• Wellness tips
• Service announcements
• Marketing communications

Transactional messages may include:

• Consultation confirmations
• Appointment reminders
• Appointment confirmations
• Appointment updates
• Follow-up communications
• Account notifications
• Service-related information

Messages may be sent using automated technology where permitted by applicable law.

Message frequency varies depending upon your interactions with SI Medical.

Message and data rates may apply.

SMS Opt-In

By voluntarily providing your mobile telephone number and affirmatively opting into SMS communications, you expressly consent to receive recurring automated promotional and informational text messages from SI Medical at the mobile number provided.

Your consent is not a condition of purchasing any product or receiving medical care or services.

You represent and warrant that:

• You are the subscriber or authorized user of the mobile number provided.
• You will promptly notify SI Medical if your mobile number changes.
• The information you provide is accurate.

SMS Opt-Out

You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time.

To opt out, reply:

• STOP
• END
• QUIT
• CANCEL
• UNSUBSCRIBE

You may receive one final confirmation message acknowledging your opt-out request.

For assistance, reply HELP to any SMS message or contact SI Medical directly.

Our messaging platform may not recognize modified opt-out commands, and SI Medical shall not be responsible for failing to honor requests that do not use a recognized command.

Carrier Disclaimer

Mobile carriers are not responsible for delayed or undelivered messages.

Delivery of SMS messages depends upon your wireless carrier and network availability. SI Medical does not guarantee timely or successful delivery of text messages.

SMS Fees

SI Medical does not charge for participation in its SMS messaging program.

Standard message and data rates imposed by your mobile carrier may apply.

SMS Privacy

Information collected through our SMS messaging program is governed by our Privacy Policy.

We do not sell or share your SMS opt-in information or mobile telephone number with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

SMS information may be shared only with service providers necessary to provide messaging services on our behalf.

Changes to the SMS Program

SI Medical may suspend, modify, or discontinue its SMS messaging program at any time without prior notice.

Continued participation following any modification constitutes acceptance of the revised Mobile Messaging Terms.

13. Disclaimer of Warranties

THIS WEBSITE IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS,” “AS AVAILABLE,” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS” BASIS.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, SI MEDICAL DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, STATUTORY, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION:

• MERCHANTABILITY;
• FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE;
• TITLE;
• NON-INFRINGEMENT;
• ACCURACY;
• COMPLETENESS;
• RELIABILITY;
• SECURITY;
• AVAILABILITY.

SI MEDICAL DOES NOT WARRANT THAT:

• THE WEBSITE WILL OPERATE WITHOUT INTERRUPTION;
• THE WEBSITE WILL BE ERROR-FREE;
• DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED;
• THE WEBSITE IS FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS; OR
• ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED THROUGH THE WEBSITE IS COMPLETE, CURRENT, OR SUFFICIENT FOR YOUR PARTICULAR CIRCUMSTANCES.

YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK.

14. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, SI MEDICAL, ITS OWNERS, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, PHYSICIANS, ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDERS, CONTRACTORS, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, SUCCESSORS, AND ASSIGNS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO:

• Your use of or inability to use the Website;
• Your reliance upon information contained on the Website;
• Website interruptions, delays, errors, or omissions;
• Unauthorized access to or alteration of your communications;
• Technical failures or security incidents;
• Third-party websites or services linked from this Website;
• SMS or email delivery failures or delays;
• Any viruses, malware, or other harmful components transmitted through the Website.

To the fullest extent permitted by Illinois law, your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Website is to discontinue using it.

Nothing in these Terms limits liability that cannot legally be excluded under applicable law.

15. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless SI Medical, its owners, officers, directors, employees, physicians, advanced practice providers, contractors, affiliates, agents, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, demands, actions, proceedings, liabilities, damages, judgments, settlements, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs) arising out of or relating to:

• Your violation of these Terms;
• Your misuse of the Website;
• Information you submit through the Website;
• Your violation of any applicable law or regulation;
• Your infringement of the rights of any third party.

This obligation survives termination of your use of the Website.

16. Mandatory Informal Dispute Resolution

SI Medical values the opportunity to resolve concerns promptly and fairly.

Before filing any lawsuit or initiating any legal proceeding arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website, you agree to first provide SI Medical with written notice describing the nature of your dispute and the relief requested.

The parties agree to make a good-faith effort to resolve the dispute through informal discussions for a period of at least thirty (30) days after SI Medical receives written notice.

Written notice should be sent to:

SI Medical Inc.
Attn: Legal Inquiries
P.O. Box 2004
Marion, Illinois 62959
Email: join@simedicalinc.com

Nothing in this section prevents either party from seeking temporary injunctive or equitable relief when necessary to prevent immediate and irreparable harm.

If the dispute cannot be resolved through informal discussions, either party may pursue any remedies available under applicable law.

17. Governing Law and Venue

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be brought exclusively in a state or federal court located in the State of Illinois having proper jurisdiction.

By using this Website, you consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of those courts and waive any objection based upon forum non conveniens or similar legal doctrine.

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

19. No Waiver

The failure of SI Medical to enforce any provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or of any other provision.

Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of SI Medical.

20. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any additional policies or notices expressly incorporated by reference, constitute the entire agreement between you and SI Medical regarding your use of the Website.

These Terms supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, understandings, and agreements relating to the Website.

Nothing in these Terms modifies any separate patient agreement, informed consent, financial agreement, or other written agreement entered into between you and SI Medical.

21. Changes to These Terms

SI Medical reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time, in its sole discretion.

Any revisions become effective immediately upon posting the updated Terms on this Website unless otherwise stated.

Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of those revisions.

You are responsible for periodically reviewing these Terms for updates.

22. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact us:

SI Medical Inc.
Doing Business As SI Medical Weight Loss Clinic

Phone: (618) 997-5677

Email: join@simedicalinc.com

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2004
Marion, IL 62959

By using this Website, submitting information through any Website form, or enrolling in any communications offered by SI Medical, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.