Our HIPAA Policy

Merkava Group and Elite Dermatology & The Oaks Plastic Surgery utilize an unencrypted text messaging and cloud based services to transmit the personal information you provide herein. By submitting your information, you hereby consent to the utilization of such unencrypted text messaging and cloud based services to transmit such information. Messaging services typically do not have password protection, which can make these applications susceptible to access by third-parties if a device is lost or stolen. By submitting your information, you affirm that you are aware of the risks associated such unencrypted text messaging and cloud based services and you hereby consent to the use of such unencrypted services by Merkava Group and Elite Dermatology & The Oaks Plastic Surgery despite these known risks. If you do not wish to have your personal health information transmitted by Merkava Group and Elite Dermatology & The Oaks Plastic Surgery as described above, please call our office at (832) 900-7070 to speak with one of our staff members today. Elite Dermatology & The Oaks Plastic Surgery respects your privacy and wants to ensure you are fully aware of how your personal health information is transmitted.