Terms & Conditions

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the Summit Gastroenterology website, summitgastroenterology.com, and your participation in our text messaging (SMS) program. By using our website or opting in to receive text messages from us, you agree to these Terms and to our Privacy Policy.

Types of messages you may receive

When you opt in to text messages from Summit Gastroenterology, you may receive messages related to your care and your relationship with our practice, including:

• Appointment reminders and confirmations
• Procedure preparation reminders and instructions
• Scheduling and rescheduling communications
• Account and billing notifications
• Office communications, such as hours changes or weather closures

Program details

• Messaging frequency may vary.
• Message and data rates may apply.
• To opt out at any time, text STOP.
• For assistance, text HELP or visit our website at https://summitgastroenterology.com/.
• Visit https://summitgastroenterology.com/privacy for our Privacy Policy and https://summitgastroenterology.com/terms for our Terms of Service.

Consent

Consent to receive text messages is collected through our online sign-up form at https://summitgastroenterology.com/sms-optin, where you provide your name and mobile number and check a consent box, or when you provide your mobile number and agree to receive texts during scheduling by phone or in person at our office. Consent is not a condition of receiving care, and you may opt out at any time by texting STOP.

Carrier disclaimer

Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Text messaging may not be available on all carriers or devices.

Do not text in an emergency

Text messaging is not monitored continuously and is not for urgent matters. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Please do not send personal medical information by text; for clinical questions, call our office at (682) 400-2153.

The content on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Use of this website does not create a physician-patient relationship. Always consult your physician or another qualified healthcare provider with questions about a medical condition, and never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice because of something you read on this website.

If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

• This website is not a secure messaging platform. Do not submit personal health information through this website.
• You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe the rights of others or restrict their use of the website.
• The content, design, and branding of this website are the property of Summit Gastroenterology and may not be reproduced without permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.
• This website may link to third-party websites (for example, our patient portal and mapping services). We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party sites.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Summit Gastroenterology and its physicians and staff are not liable for any damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, this website or the text messaging program, including delayed or undelivered messages. Nothing in these Terms limits any right or remedy you may have under applicable law that cannot be limited by agreement, and nothing in these Terms affects the care you receive as a patient of our practice.

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

We may update these Terms from time to time. The "Effective Date" above reflects the date of the most recent revision. Material changes will be posted on this page.

Questions about these Terms may be directed to our office:

• Phone: (682) 400-2153 · Fax: 972-572-2228
• Irving Office: 7415 Las Colinas Blvd, Suite 110, Irving, TX 75063
• Mansfield Office: 1400 US-287 Frontage Rd, Suite 201, Mansfield, TX 76063