Welcome to https://goalbmi.com (“Website”). Please read these Terms of Service (“TOS”) carefully before using our Website and its related services, which include health-related content, messaging, blogs, subscription services, educational resources, and other functionality (collectively, “Website Services”).
By accessing, using, or subscribing to the Website Services, you agree to be bound by this TOS. If you do not agree, please exit the Website immediately and do not use or subscribe to the Website Services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
The Website is operated by the manager and operator identified at the top of this webpage (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Any person or entity accessing, using, or subscribing to the Website Services is referred to as “you” or “your.”
Your use of the Website constitutes agreement to this TOS, including our Privacy Policy, Patient Privacy Notice (if applicable), and any supplemental terms hyperlinked within the Website Services.
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2. Revisions and Updates
We may modify the Website Services and/or this TOS at any time. When changes affect how we use existing information about you, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you via your account or email on file.
Updates take effect on the date they are posted and apply to information we already hold and any information you provide after the posting date. Continued use of the Website Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised TOS.
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3. Website Services Are Not Medical Advice
The Website provides health-related information and resources for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Exception: The only instance in which medical advice is provided is when all of the following occur:
You receive a direct message addressed specifically to you via our secure Online Patient Center,
The message is from a licensed physician or healthcare provider, and
It includes advice about treatment for a particular health condition you have.
No communications in forums, chats, or other sections of the Website are reviewed by healthcare providers, and they should not be relied upon as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for any medical concerns.
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4. Medical Emergencies
If you have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
Emergency symptoms may include, but are not limited to: chest pain or pressure; severe abdominal pain; sudden loss of consciousness; severe shortness of breath; slurred speech or inability to move one side of the body; uncontrollable bleeding; or major trauma.
The Website Services are not intended for emergency use, and we do not guarantee response times to messages submitted through the Website.
You must be 18 years or older to access or use the Website Services.
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6. Content Accuracy and External Links
We strive to provide credible and up-to-date information, but we do not guarantee that all content is accurate, current, or free of errors.
The Website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or content of external websites and do not endorse any products or services mentioned there.
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7. No Guarantee of Results
While our healthcare providers aim to deliver the best possible care, we do not guarantee specific outcomes. Not all treatments described on the Website are available at all locations.
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8. Security
We use encryption, firewalls, and monitoring systems to protect your data. However, you are responsible for securing your own devices and connections when accessing the Website.
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9. Intellectual Property
All content on this Website—including text, images, graphics, logos, videos, and software—is owned by us or our licensors and is protected by copyright and trademark laws.
You may view or download content for personal, non-commercial use only. Automated scraping, reproduction, or commercial use is prohibited without prior written consent.
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10. Limited License & Prohibited Conduct
We grant you a limited, revocable, non-transferable license to use the Website Services for personal purposes. You may not:
Copy or exploit Website content for commercial gain
Use bots or automated tools to scrape data
Share Website content with third parties without permission
Violate applicable laws while using the Website
Unauthorized use terminates your license and may result in denial of access.
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11. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website Services are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee accuracy, availability, or that the Website will be free from viruses or harmful components.
Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on implied warranties, so certain provisions may not apply to you.
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12. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent allowed by law, we are not liable for direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from your use of the Website Services. Your sole remedy is to discontinue use of the Website.
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13. Arbitration & Jury Waiver
Any disputes relating to the Website will be resolved through binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA). You and we agree to waive the right to a trial by jury. Arbitration may be conducted by phone, in writing, or in person in your county of residence or another mutually agreed location.
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14. Class Action Waiver
You agree to bring claims only on an individual basis and waive the right to participate in class actions, consolidated actions, or representative proceedings.
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15. SMS Terms & Conditions
SMS Consent: We will not share your phone number with third parties for marketing purposes. Your information is used strictly for communication related to your healthcare.
Types of SMS Communications: By opting in, you may receive texts related to:
Appointment reminders
Follow-up care
Billing inquiries
Message Frequency: You may receive up to 50 SMS messages per week, depending on your interaction with our services.
Fees: Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile plan and carrier.
Opt-In: You may consent to receive texts via online forms.
Opt-Out: You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any SMS, or contacting us directly.
Help: For assistance, reply “HELP” to any SMS or visit our Contact Us page.
Standard Disclosure: Message and data rates may apply. Frequency may vary. For more information, see our Privacy Policy and these Terms & Conditions.
