1. Services Provided

We provide informational and support services to help users locate and visit healthcare providers and clinics in South Korea. Our services may include assisting with clinic discovery, appointment coordination, and basic translation or interpretation support to help non-Korean speakers communicate with local providers.

We do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or make medical decisions on behalf of users. Our role is purely supportive and informational.

2. User Responsibilities

By using our services, you agree to:

• Use the service only for lawful and appropriate purposes

• Provide accurate and honest information when using our service

• Not misuse, interfere with, or disrupt the website or services

• Provide us with certain personal or health-related information as needed to assist you.
  We are committed to keeping this information confidential and secure, as outlined in Section 10 (Health Information & Privacy)

3. Medical Disclaimer

We do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The information and support we offer is for general guidance only and is not a substitute for consultation with licensed healthcare professionals. Any medical decisions are your own responsibility, and we encourage you to seek care from qualified providers.

4. Third Party Providers

We provide information about healthcare providers and clinics for your convenience. However, we are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or partnered with any specific clinic, doctor, or hospital.

We do not control the actions, quality, availability, or pricing of any third-party providers. Your interactions with them, including any appointments or medical treatment, are entirely your responsibility.

K-DocConnect is not liable for any issues, outcomes, or disputes that arise between you and a third-party provider.

5. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, K-DocConnect shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from or related to your use of our website or services.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• Any medical, health-related, or personal outcomes resulting from contact with third-party healthcare providers

• Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in information we provide, including mistakes in translation, interpretation, or cultural understanding

• Technical problems such as service interruptions, delays, or website malfunctions

• Miscommunications, dissatisfaction, or disputes between users and third-party providers

• User reliance on information presented through our platform

We do not guarantee the availability, quality, accuracy, or suitability of any third-party medical providers or their services. The information on our platform is provided for general guidance only and is not a substitute for consultation with licensed medical professionals.

K-DocConnect is not a medical institution and does not provide medical services, diagnoses, or treatment. Nothing in our service shall be construed as a violation of the Medical Service Act of the Republic of Korea.

We comply with the Act on the Consumer Protection in Electronic Commerce, where applicable. Users are encouraged to make informed decisions and consult directly with qualified professionals. 

6. Intellectual Property

All content on our website (text, logos, branding, layout) is owned or licensed by K-DocConnect and may not be copied or reused without permission.

7. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. If we do, we will post the revised version with an updated effective date. Continued use of the service means you accept any changes.

8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Korea. Any disputes will be resolved under Korean jurisdiction.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, contact us at: kdocconnect@gmail.com.

10. Health Information & Privacy

At K-DocConnect, we understand how important it is to protect your personal and health-related information - and we take that responsibility very seriously. Your trust is essential to our service, and we are committed to handling all information with care, discretion, and respect.

To assist you in locating and visiting healthcare providers in Korea, we may collect certain personal or medical information, such as your name, contact details, health concerns, and appointment preferences. Additionally, any information shared with us during appointments or through translation or interpretation support will also be treated as strictly confidential.

We will never share, sell, or disclose your health information to third parties for marketing or unrelated purposes.

We handle all data in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and the Act on the Consumer Protection in Electronic Commerce of the Republic of Korea. Specifically:

• We will only collect and use data necessary to deliver our services

• We will store your data securely and restrict access to authorized personnel only

• You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your data at any time by contacting us

• We do not operate as a healthcare provider or intermediary under the Medical Service Act, and we do not create or maintain medical records

If you have any questions or concerns about how your information is handled, please contact us at kdocconnect@gmail.com.