Terms and Conditions

Please read these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) carefully before using the website
www.drvikramshah.com the Website, operated on behalf of
Dr. Vikram I. Shah and Shalby Hospitals (“we,” “us,” “our”).
By accessing or using this Website, you (“user,” “you”) agree to be bound by these Terms.
If you do not agree, please do not use this Website.

1. About This Website

This Website provides general information about Dr. Vikram I. Shah, his professional profile,
Shalby Hospitals and its affiliated institutions, patient testimonials, health-related articles,
awards, and philanthropic activities. It also allows visitors to submit inquiries, apply for
fellowship programs, and access links to book appointments or initiate video consultations
through third-party platforms.

2. No Doctor-Patient Relationship / Not Medical Advice

• The content on this Website, including articles, FAQs, blogs, and videos, is provided for
  general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as, and should not be
  relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
• Viewing this Website, submitting an inquiry form, or contacting us through this Website does
  not create a doctor-patient relationship. A doctor-patient relationship is established only
  after a formal in-person or platform-based consultation is scheduled and conducted.
• Always seek the advice of a qualified physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical
  condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of
  something you have read on this Website.
• In case of a medical emergency, contact your nearest hospital or emergency services
  immediately; do not rely on this Website.

3. Appointments, Fellowship Applications, and Inquiries

• Forms on this Website, such as “Make an Inquiry” and
  “Apply for the Fellowship”, are used to collect your information so our team
  can respond to you. Submission of a form does not guarantee an appointment, a response
  within any specific time, or acceptance into any fellowship program.
• Appointment booking links on this Website may redirect you to third-party platforms,
  such as shalby.org and connect2mydoctor.com, that have
  their own terms of use and privacy practices, which are not controlled by us. We recommend
  reviewing those third-party terms separately.
• Video consultation services, where linked, are provided through independent third-party
  platforms. We are not responsible for the availability, security, or performance of such
  third-party platforms.

4. Third-Party Links and Content

This Website contains links to third-party websites and services, including but not limited to
Shalby Hospitals’ website, social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, X/Twitter, YouTube,
Wikipedia), Google review pages, WhatsApp, and appointment/video-consultation platforms.
These links are provided for convenience only.

We do not control and are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of
any third-party website. Accessing such links is at your own risk and subject to that third
party’s own terms and policies.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website, including text, images, logos, graphics, videos, awards imagery,
and the overall design, is the property of Dr. Vikram I. Shah and/or Shalby Hospitals, unless
otherwise credited, and is protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, publicly display, or create derivative works from
any content on this Website without our prior written consent, except for personal,
non-commercial use.

6. Testimonials

Patient testimonials and success stories featured on this Website reflect the individual
experiences of the patients concerned. Results and outcomes of any medical procedure vary
from person to person, and past results do not guarantee similar results for any other
individual.

7. User Conduct

When using this Website, you agree not to:

• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information through any form;
• Use the Website for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law;
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website, its servers, or any connected
  network;
• Introduce viruses, malware, or any other harmful code;
• Scrape, copy, or harvest content or personal data from the Website without authorization.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

This Website and its content are provided on an “as is” and
“as available” basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express or
implied, including but not limited to accuracy, completeness, reliability, or fitness for a
particular purpose.

We do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or
other harmful components.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Dr. Vikram I. Shah, Shalby Hospitals, and
their respective directors, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct,
indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with
your use of, or inability to use, this Website, including but not limited to reliance on any
information provided on the Website or use of any third-party linked services.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Dr. Vikram I. Shah, Shalby Hospitals, and their
affiliates, officers, and employees from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and
expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Website, your violation of these
Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective
upon posting to this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the
revised Terms.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any
disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Website shall be
subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts at
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Shalby Hospital, S.G. Highway
Opp. Karnavati Club, Ahmedabad 380058
Gujarat, India

Email: info@shalby.in

Effective Date: [01.01.2024]
Last Updated: [27.07.2026]