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Last updated: June 2026
Dr. Kathryn Thompson, OD ("we," "us," or "our") operates this website and provides eye care services at Thompson Vision Care in Greenbelt, Maryland. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website, contact our office, use our patient portal, or otherwise communicate with us.
Information We Collect
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including your name, phone number, email address, mailing address, date of birth, insurance information, and health-related information needed for appointments and care. We may also collect information when you complete online forms, request appointments, contact us by phone or email, register for our patient portal, or sign up to receive text or email communications from our office.
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information such as your browser type, device information, pages viewed, and general usage data. Our site may use cookies or similar technologies to support basic functionality, analytics, and performance. You can adjust your browser settings to limit cookies, though some site features may not work as intended.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to schedule and provide eye care services, respond to inquiries, send appointment reminders and practice updates, process insurance and billing, maintain medical records, improve our website and patient experience, and comply with legal and regulatory requirements. If you choose to receive text messages from our office, those messages may include appointment reminders, recall notices, order updates, and other practice-related communications.
How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal and health information against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, but we work to maintain safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of the information we handle.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with service providers who assist our practice, such as website hosting, electronic health record systems, appointment reminders, and payment processing, when those parties are permitted or required to protect your information. We may also disclose information when required by law or to protect the rights, safety, and security of our patients, staff, and practice.
Your Choices and Opt-Out Rights
You may opt out of marketing emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in those messages, when available. To stop receiving text messages from our office, reply STOP to any message. After opting out, you may receive a final confirmation text. For help with text messages, reply HELP or contact our office using the information below.
Children's Privacy
Our website is intended for general audiences. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us without your consent, please contact our office so we can address your request.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
Dr. Kathryn Thompson, OD
5900 Greenbelt Rd.
Greenbelt, MD 20770
Phone: (301) 982-4200
Fax: (301) 441-1093
For information about how protected health information is used and disclosed in connection with your medical care, please refer to our office's HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which is available upon request and may also be provided during your visit.
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