Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 28, 2026

I take your privacy very seriously. This Privacy Policy describes how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit doctormckenna.ca. By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined below.

1. The Information I Collect

I may collect two types of information from visitors:

Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, or phone number, but only if you voluntarily provide it through a contact form or by signing up for a newsletter.
Non-Personal Information: This includes anonymous data such as your IP address, browser type, and which pages you visit. This helps me understand how people use my site so I can improve it.

2. How I Use Your Information

Any information I collect is used solely for the following purposes:

To respond to your inquiries or appointment requests.
To provide information regarding my medical services.
To improve the functionality and security of this website.
To comply with any applicable laws and regulations.

3. Medical Confidentiality (PHIPA)

Please note that while this website provides information about my practice, standard contact forms are not always a secure way to transmit sensitive medical history. * I encourage patients to limit the information sent via the website to general inquiries.

* Personal health records and sensitive clinical data are managed through a separate, secure, and encrypted Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, in compliance with Ontario's Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).

4. Third-Party Sharing

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. I may only share information with trusted service providers who help me operate my website (such as hosting or email services), provided they agree to keep this information confidential.

5. Cookies

My website may use "cookies" to enhance your browsing experience. You can choose to set your web browser to refuse cookies, though some parts of the site may not function properly as a result.

6. Protecting Your Data

I implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. However, please remember that no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request access to the personal information I hold about you.
Request that I correct or delete your personal information.
Withdraw your consent for data collection at any time.

8. Contacting Me

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact my office:

Phone: 250-862-4398
Office Address: Dr. Walter Anderson Building - Kelowna General Hospital, Second floor, Internal Medicine Clinic, 2251 Pandosy Street, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 1T1