Terms of Use
Terms governing use of dradrianmercer.com, including educational content, comments, third-party links, and website limitations.
Last updated: August 8, 2026
Acceptance and scope
These Terms of Use apply to use of dradrianmercer.com and its public educational content, comments, and related website features. If you do not agree with these terms, do not use the website.
Educational content
Website content is provided for general informational and educational purposes. It is not individualized medical advice and does not create a doctor-patient relationship. The Medical Disclaimer is part of these terms.
No emergency service
Do not use this website, comments, or email to seek emergency medical care. Contact local emergency services or seek immediate in-person care when an emergency may be present.
Comments and acceptable use
You may not use the website to post unlawful, abusive, deceptive, spam, infringing, or privacy-invasive material. Comments may be moderated, hidden, or deleted. Do not post another person’s private medical information or other sensitive personal data.
Intellectual property
Unless otherwise stated, original text, design, and site materials are protected by applicable intellectual-property laws. Third-party images, research, quotations, trademarks, and linked materials remain subject to their respective owners and licenses. Image credits and licenses displayed on article pages should be followed.
Third-party links
The website may link to research databases, government agencies, medical organizations, video platforms, or other third-party sites. Those links do not transfer control of the third-party content or privacy practices to this website.
No guarantee
Reasonable efforts may be made to keep educational information accurate and current, but medicine and guidance change over time. The website is provided without a guarantee that every page will be complete, current, or suitable for a particular individual or purpose.
Changes
Website features, content, and these terms may change over time. The date at the top of this page identifies the latest published revision.
Questions about these terms can be sent to adrianmercer.md@gmail.com.