Privacy Policy & Terms of Use

Last updated: October 2025

Purpose of This Page

This Privacy Policy and Terms of Use explain how The Benzo Taper Doctor website (operated by Valsa S. Madhava, MD, MPH, MS) handles information collected from visitors.
Your privacy and security are important to us. This website is intended for general educational and informational purposes only.

Information We Collect

When you contact us or request a private consultation, you may provide:

Your name, email address, and state or region of residence
Any information you choose to include in a message or form submission

We also receive limited, non-identifiable website analytics (such as total page visits or browser type) provided by Wix and other standard web-hosting tools.

How We Use and Protect Your Information

Information submitted through contact or consultation forms is used solely for scheduling and correspondence related to our services.
All clinical forms are transmitted through HIPAA-compliant, encrypted systems.
We do not sell, share, or rent your information to any third party.
Administrative and technical safeguards are used to maintain data security.

Medical Disclaimer

Content on this website—including text, graphics, videos, and downloadable materials—is for general educational purposes only.
It does not replace individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Visiting this site does not create a physician–patient relationship.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or seek care at the nearest emergency facility.

Scope of Professional Services

Clinical care through The Benzo Taper Doctor is available by direct physician consultation to eligible individuals, based on licensing and jurisdictional requirements.
All services are cash-based and out-of-network.
Website inquiries are informational and do not establish a physician–patient relationship.

Intellectual Property

All website content—including logos, text, diagrams, and images—is © 2025 Valsa S. Madhava, MD, MPH, MS, unless otherwise noted.
Reproduction, redistribution, or modification without written permission is prohibited.

Links to External Resources

Links to research articles, media, or third-party sites are provided for reference only.
We do not control or guarantee the accuracy, relevance, or privacy practices of external websites.

HIPAA Notice

For individuals who inquire about or are being considered for participation in The Benzo Taper Doctor program, any protected information submitted through our encrypted intake forms is handled under the same confidentiality and security standards applied to active patients.
A full Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA NPP) is provided through our secure intake system to all individuals who proceed with engaging with direct care in our program.

Policy Updates

We may revise this Privacy Policy and Terms of Use periodically.
Updates will appear on this page with a new “Last updated” date.
Continued use of the website after any change constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact

For privacy questions or concerns:
📧 support@thebenzotaperdoctor.com
📞 +1 646-397-5988