LEGAL DISCLAIMER

 

Last Updated: June 26, 2026

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1. No Doctor-Patient Relationship

The information provided on this website, including but not limited to blog posts, articles, text, graphics, images, videos, and other material (collectively, "Content"), is for informational and educational purposes only.

Your use of this website, the consumption of its Content, or the transmission of information to us via web forms, email, or portal links does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Cao or Great Neck Rheumatology PLLC. A formal doctor-patient relationship is only established after you have signed an official patient agreement, completed an intake process, and been formally completed an in-office consultation.

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2. Not the Practice of Medicine & Not Medical Advice

The Content on this website does not constitute the practice of medicine or the provision of professional healthcare advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

The field of rheumatology requires highly individualized evaluation. Content found on this website is generalized and should not be relied upon as medical advice, a treatment plan, or a substitute for professional clinical judgment.Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read or seen on this website. Always consult with your personal physician or a qualified healthcare provider regarding your specific medical condition or symptoms.

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3. Blog Content 

The articles, case studies, and discussions featured on our blog represent generalized medical educational concepts and the personal clinical philosophies of Dr. Cao.

• No Individualized Accuracy: Because medical research and rheumatology guidelines evolve constantly, we do not guarantee that older blog posts contain the most up-to-date or exhaustive clinical data.

• Third-Party Links: Our blog may occasionally link to external medical resources, patient advocacy sites, or research databases (such as the American College of Rheumatology). We do not control, endorse, or assume liability for the privacy policies or content found on those third-party websites.

 

4. Discovery Calls

Any "Discovery Call," introductory phone call, or brief consultation offered through this website is purely an informational session intended to determine if our practice model is a mutual fit for your ongoing healthcare needs.

During a discovery call, Dr. Cao cannot diagnose your condition, review outside records, prescribe medications, or provide specific clinical recommendations. Information exchanged during a discovery call is informational only and does not constitute medical treatment or establish a doctor-patient relationship.

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5. Medical Emergencies

Great Neck Rheumatology PLLC and this website do not provide emergency medical services. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, you should immediately go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. Do not attempt to communicate an acute flare, severe drug reaction, or medical emergency through this website’s contact methods (such as phone call, fax, email), discovery call scheduling tools, as these channels are not monitored 24/7.

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6. Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise explicitly stated, the Website and all of its unique Content—including but not limited to source code, text, website designs, logos, graphics, icons, and the overall look and feel—are the exclusive intellectual property of Great Neck Rheumatology, PLLC, and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

• Permitted Use: You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and view the Website solely for your personal, non-commercial use. You may print or download a copy of educational materials for personal use, provided you maintain all copyright and other proprietary notices.

• Prohibited Use: You may not copy, reproduce, scrape, republish, modify, distribute, sell, or exploit any text, graphics, or care model descriptions from this Website for any commercial purpose or on any other medical/business website without our express prior written permission.​

 

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Legal Disclaimer periodically. Changes will be effective upon posting to our website. Please review this page regularly to stay informed.

 

8. Contact Us

For questions about this Legal Disclaimer, please contact us at:  info@gnrheum.com

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