TERMS & CONDITIONS

Please review the terms governing use of our website and text-message communications.

Effective Date: July 27, 2026

Welcome to Ward Dean, M.D. (“we,” “our,” “us,” or the “Practice”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.

Medical Disclaimer

The information provided on this website is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of Dr. Ward Dean or another qualified healthcare professional regarding a medical condition or treatment.

Use of this website, submission of an online form, or communication through this website does not create a physician-patient relationship. A physician-patient relationship is established only after an appropriate evaluation and acceptance as a patient by the Practice.

If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Website Use

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes. You may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website, interfere with its operation or security, transmit harmful code, or copy and distribute website content without written permission.

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue any portion of this website at any time without notice.

Appointments and Online Requests

Submitting an appointment request or contact form through this website does not guarantee an appointment. All requests are subject to review and confirmation by the Practice.

Do not use website forms, email, or text messaging to communicate urgent or emergency medical information.

SMS Messaging Terms

By providing your mobile telephone number and affirmatively opting in, you consent to receive text messages from Ward Dean, M.D. Messages may include appointment reminders, appointment confirmations, scheduling communications, practice updates, billing-related notices, customer-service communications, and other information related to services you have requested.

  • Message frequency may vary.
  • Message and data rates may apply.
  • Reply STOP to opt out at any time.
  • Reply HELP for assistance.
  • You may also contact the Practice at (850) 912-6981.
  • Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of receiving medical care or purchasing services.

Mobile information will not be sold or shared with third parties for their promotional or marketing purposes. Information may be shared with service providers only as necessary to deliver the messaging service and operate the Practice’s communications.

Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You are responsible for providing an accurate mobile number and notifying the Practice if your number changes.

Privacy

Your use of this website is also subject to our Privacy Policy. The Privacy Policy explains how information submitted through the website may be collected, used, and protected.

Please do not submit highly sensitive medical information through a general contact form unless the form is specifically identified as a secure method of communication.

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, the text, graphics, logos, images, videos, design, and other content on this website are owned by or licensed to Ward Dean, M.D. and are protected by applicable intellectual-property laws.

Third-Party Websites and Services

This website may contain links to third-party websites or use third-party services. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, availability, security, or privacy practices of those third parties.

No Warranties

This website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we make no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, availability, or suitability of the website or its content.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Ward Dean, M.D. and its owners, employees, contractors, and representatives will not be liable for damages arising from your access to, use of, or inability to use this website, or from reliance on information presented on the website.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms & Conditions periodically. Changes become effective when posted on this page. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Contact Information

Ward Dean, M.D.
6708 Plantation Road, Suite C-1
Pensacola, Florida 32504
Phone: (850) 912-6981
Email: office@warddeanmd.com