Terms of Use

Casden Integrative Women's Health
Operated by Melissa Casden Medical PLLC

Effective Date: May 7, 2026
Last Updated: May 7, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the website located at casdenhealth.com (the "Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("you," "your," or "User") and Melissa Casden Medical PLLC, doing business as Casden Integrative Women's Health ("we," "us," "our," or the "Practice").

2. About the Website

The Website provides general information about the Practice, including services offered, pricing, provider biography, educational content, and a contact form. The Website is operated for informational and marketing purposes.

The Website is not a platform for the delivery of medical care. Clinical care is provided exclusively through scheduled appointments at the Practice's office or via secure telehealth, after a patient relationship has been formally established.

3. No Medical Advice — Important Disclaimer

3.1 Information Only

The content on this Website — including text, graphics, images, blog posts, videos, links to third-party content, social media content, and other materials (collectively, "Content") — is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. The Content is not intended as, and shall not be considered, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

3.2 No Doctor-Patient Relationship

Use of the Website does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Melissa Casden or Melissa Casden Medical PLLC. A doctor-patient relationship is established only after:

  • You schedule and attend a formal initial consultation with Dr. Casden;
  • You complete the Practice's required intake forms and consent documents; and
  • You and Dr. Casden have entered into a documented professional relationship.

3.3 Always Consult a Qualified Healthcare Provider

Always seek the advice of your primary care physician, qualified healthcare provider, or other licensed clinician with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.

3.4 Emergency Medical Situations

This Website is not designed for medical emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately. Do not use this Website to seek emergency care.

4. Eligibility and Use

4.1 Age Requirement

The Website is intended for use by individuals aged 18 or older. By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you are at least 18 years old.

4.2 Geographic Limitations

The Practice provides clinical services only to patients physically located in the State of New York at the time of any encounter. Visiting this Website from another state does not entitle you to receive clinical services from the Practice in your jurisdiction.

4.3 Permitted Use

You may use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:

  • Use the Website in any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation;
  • Use the Website to transmit any unsolicited or unauthorized advertising, promotional materials, "junk mail," "spam," "chain letters," or any other similar form of solicitation;
  • Impersonate or attempt to impersonate the Practice, a Practice employee or contractor, another user, or any other person or entity;
  • Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the Website;
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to, interfere with, damage, or disrupt any parts of the Website, the server on which the Website is stored, or any server, computer, or database connected to the Website;
  • Use any robot, spider, or other automatic device, process, or means to access the Website for any purpose, including monitoring or copying any of the material on the Website;
  • Introduce any viruses, Trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other material that is malicious or technologically harmful;
  • Frame or use framing techniques to enclose any portion of the Website without prior written consent.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Our Content

The Website and its entire contents, features, and functionality (including but not limited to all information, software, text, displays, images, video, audio, logos, design, selection, and arrangement thereof) are owned by Melissa Casden Medical PLLC, its licensors, or other providers of such material and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws.

5.2 Permitted Personal Use

You may view, download, and print Content from the Website solely for your personal, non-commercial reference. You may not:

  • Modify copies of any materials from the Website;
  • Use any illustrations, photographs, video or audio sequences, or any graphics separately from the accompanying text;
  • Delete or alter any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary rights notices from copies of materials from the Website;
  • Use the Website's Content for any commercial purpose without our prior written consent.

5.3 Trademarks

"Casden Integrative Women's Health," the practice logo, and any associated names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Melissa Casden Medical PLLC. You may not use such marks without our prior written permission.

6. User Submissions

6.1 Contact Form Submissions

If you submit information through the Website's contact form or other communication tools, you agree that:

  • Information you submit is accurate and not misleading;
  • You will not include any sensitive personal information, including but not limited to: Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, full medical history, or other Protected Health Information ("PHI"), in any unsecured submission to the Website;
  • You understand that website-based contact forms are not a secure channel for medical communication. Discussion of clinical matters should occur only after a doctor-patient relationship has been established and through approved secure channels.

6.2 No Confidentiality of Submissions

Because website contact forms are not encrypted patient portals, information you submit through these forms should not be considered confidential or HIPAA-protected. For confidential medical communication, please use the secure patient portal made available after you become an established patient.

7. Third-Party Links and Content

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or content (including blog references, supplement vendor links, lab portals, social media platforms, and educational resources). These links are provided for your convenience only.

We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for any third-party websites or content. Your use of any third-party site is at your own risk and subject to the terms and policies of that third party.

8. Disclaimers

8.1 No Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

8.2 Accuracy of Content

While we strive to provide accurate information, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of any Content on the Website. Medical information evolves continuously, and information posted may become outdated.

8.3 No Guarantee of Outcomes

Information about treatments, services, or outcomes on the Website is general in nature. Individual results vary, and no specific outcome can be guaranteed for any patient. Any testimonials or case examples on the Website reflect individual experiences and are not promises of similar outcomes.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL MELISSA CASDEN MEDICAL PLLC, DR. MELISSA CASDEN, OR THEIR AFFILIATES, AGENTS, OR CONTRACTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

  • Your use or inability to use the Website;
  • Any conduct or content of any third party on the Website;
  • Any content obtained from the Website;
  • Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content; or
  • Any reliance you place on information provided by the Website.

This limitation applies whether the alleged liability is based on contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or any other basis.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Melissa Casden Medical PLLC, Dr. Melissa Casden, and their affiliates and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Website.

11. Privacy

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review the Privacy Policy carefully.

12. Changes to These Terms

We may revise and update these Terms from time to time at our sole discretion. All changes are effective immediately when posted to the Website. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms means you accept and agree to the changes.

We encourage you to check this page periodically for any updates.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and any dispute arising out of or related to them or the Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Website shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Suffolk County, New York, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of those courts.

14. Severability and Waiver

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be considered a waiver of such right or provision.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other notices or agreements posted on the Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Melissa Casden Medical PLLC regarding your use of the Website.

16. Contact Us

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

Casden Integrative Women's Health
Melissa Casden Medical PLLC
112 Alexander Avenue, Suite B
Lake Grove, NY 11755
Email: drcasden@casdenhealth.com

By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.