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SMS Terms & Conditions
These terms govern text message (SMS) communications between you and Retina Institute of North Georgia.
Last updated: September 2026
A. Introduction
By providing your phone number and consenting to receive SMS communications from Retina Institute of North Georgia, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not opt in to SMS communications.
B. Consent for SMS Communication
By providing consent, you agree to receive text messages from our practice at the phone number provided. Information collected as part of SMS consent is not shared with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
C. Types of SMS Communications
If you have consented to receive text messages, you may receive SMS related to:
- Appointment reminders and scheduling
- Referral coordination
- Practice announcements and updates
D. Message Frequency
Message frequency varies based on your care needs and may include periodic appointment or scheduling reminders. We do not send recurring promotional messages.
E. Standard Messaging Disclosures
- Messaging frequency may vary.
- Message and data rates may apply.
- You can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message.
- For assistance, reply HELP or visit retinainstitutega.com.
- See our SMS Privacy Policy and these Terms at retinainstitutega.com/sms-terms-and-conditions.
F. Potential Fees for SMS Messaging
Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier's plan.
G. Opt-In Method
You may opt in to receive SMS messages from our practice:
- Verbally, during a conversation with our staff
- By submitting an online form
- By filling out a paper form in our office
H. Opt-Out Method
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive from us, or by contacting our office directly to request removal from our messaging list.
I. HELP
If you are experiencing any issues, reply HELP to any message, or contact our office directly at info@retinainstitutega.com or (678) 606-1180.
If you prefer not to receive SMS messages, simply do not check the SMS consent box on our forms.
J. Privacy
We respect your privacy and use the information you provide only to communicate with you via SMS as described above. Your personal data will not be shared with third parties unless required by law or necessary to provide the requested service. See our full Privacy Policy for more information.
K. Modifications
We reserve the right to update these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of our SMS communications constitutes agreement to any changes.
L. Acknowledgment of Terms
By subscribing to text messages from Retina Institute of North Georgia, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to these Terms and Conditions.