Disclaimer
Website Disclaimer
Effective Date: October 7, 2026
Last Updated: October 7, 2026
This Website Disclaimer applies to the Pacific Foot & Ankle Center website located at www.pacificfootankle.com.
Please read this disclaimer carefully before using the website.
General Information Only
The information provided on this website is intended for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, examination, or treatment.
Foot and ankle symptoms can have several possible causes. An in-person evaluation and appropriate diagnostic testing may be necessary to identify the condition and determine suitable care.
Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding symptoms, medical conditions, medications, and treatment decisions.
Not Medical Advice
The content on this website should not be interpreted as personalized medical advice.
Do not use website information to:
- Diagnose yourself or another person
- Begin or discontinue medical treatment
- Start, stop, or change medication
- Change a prescribed dosage
- Ignore instructions from a treating clinician
- Delay seeking professional medical care
Contact a qualified healthcare professional if you have questions about your symptoms or treatment.
No Doctor-Patient Relationship
Using this website, reading its content, calling the office, sending an email, or submitting an online form does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Pacific Foot & Ankle Center, David Petersen, DPM, or any member of the practice.
A doctor-patient relationship is established only after the practice accepts you as a patient and an appropriate clinical evaluation or professional service has occurred.
Submitting an online appointment request does not guarantee or confirm an appointment. A member of our team must contact you to finalize scheduling.
Medical Emergencies
Do not use this website, email, or an online form for a medical emergency or an urgent medical concern.
If you believe you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or seek immediate emergency care.
Online messages may not be reviewed immediately and should never be relied upon for emergency assistance.
Diagnosis and Treatment Information
Information about conditions, symptoms, diagnostic services, and treatments is provided for general education.
Similar symptoms may result from different medical conditions. The treatment appropriate for one patient may not be suitable for another.
Recommendations may depend on factors including:
- The confirmed diagnosis
- Symptom severity and duration
- Medical history
- Current medications
- Age and general health
- Activity level
- Previous treatment
- Imaging or test results
- Individual treatment goals
The inclusion of a condition or treatment on this website does not mean that a particular diagnosis applies to you or that a specific treatment will be recommended.
Treatment Results and Recovery
Medical and surgical outcomes vary between patients. Pacific Foot & Ankle Center does not guarantee that any treatment, procedure, product, or service will produce a particular result.
Recovery time may depend on the condition, treatment provided, age, health, activity level, adherence to instructions, and individual healing response.
Any estimated treatment timeline is general and may not reflect your personal experience.
Testimonials and Patient Experiences
Testimonials and patient stories describe individual experiences. They are not intended to represent or guarantee that current or future patients will achieve the same outcome.
Patient experiences may vary based on the diagnosis, treatment, health, circumstances, and other individual factors.
Testimonials should not be interpreted as medical advice or a promise of treatment success.
Before-and-After Images
Before-and-after photographs may be provided for educational or illustrative purposes. They represent individual patients and do not guarantee that another patient will experience the same result.
Lighting, positioning, healing time, treatment plans, and individual circumstances may affect the appearance of results.
Where photographs are provided by a manufacturer or another healthcare professional, the source should be identified whenever reasonably possible.
Products, Devices, and Treatment Technologies
References to a medical device, product, manufacturer, medication, treatment brand, or technology do not automatically constitute an endorsement or guarantee.
Availability, eligibility, evidence, regulatory status, and authorized uses may vary between products and treatments.
A statement that a device is cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration applies only to the specific device and authorized use involved. It should not be interpreted as proof that every use, result, or marketing statement is approved.
Dr. Petersen will determine whether a product or treatment may be appropriate after an individual evaluation.
Medication Information
Any medication information appearing on the website is general and may not account for your health, allergies, medications, pregnancy status, or other medical circumstances.
Do not begin, discontinue, or change medication based on information found on this website. Follow the directions provided by your treating healthcare professional.
Contact your physician, pharmacist, or another qualified healthcare professional if you have medication questions.
Accuracy and Completeness
Pacific Foot & Ankle Center makes reasonable efforts to provide useful and accurate information. However, medical knowledge, technologies, treatment options, insurance participation, office information, and professional recommendations can change.
We do not guarantee that all website content is:
- Complete
- Current
- Error-free
- Suitable for every visitor
- Available without interruption
The practice may update, remove, or revise website information at any time without notice.
If website information conflicts with instructions provided directly by your healthcare professional, follow the individualized instructions provided by your healthcare professional or contact the office for clarification.
Insurance and Payment Information
Insurance information provided on the website is general and does not guarantee participation, eligibility, coverage, authorization, or payment.
Insurance plans, provider networks, benefits, deductibles, copayments, and coverage requirements may change.
Patients should contact Pacific Foot & Ankle Center and their insurance carrier to verify current participation and benefits. Final coverage decisions are made by the insurance carrier.
Third-Party Websites and Content
This website may contain links to third-party websites, including insurance carriers, treatment manufacturers, professional organizations, Google Maps, social media platforms, and other resources.
These links are provided for convenience and general information. Pacific Foot & Ankle Center does not control and is not responsible for the accuracy, security, accessibility, availability, content, products, services, or privacy practices of third-party websites.
A link does not necessarily imply endorsement of every statement, product, or service provided by the third party.
Website Availability and Security
We attempt to maintain a functional and secure website, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted access or complete protection from errors, malware, unauthorized access, service interruptions, or other technical problems.
Visitors are responsible for using reasonable security precautions when accessing websites, downloading files, or following external links.
Limitation of Responsibility
To the extent permitted by applicable law, Pacific Foot & Ankle Center is not responsible for decisions or actions taken solely in reliance on general information found on this website.
Nothing in this disclaimer limits rights or responsibilities that cannot legally be limited or excluded.
Related Policies
Please review the following documents for additional information:
- Website Privacy Policy
- Notice of Privacy Practices
- Terms and Conditions
- Accessibility Statement
Changes to This Disclaimer
Pacific Foot & Ankle Center may update this disclaimer when website content, services, technologies, or legal requirements change.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective or last-updated date.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Website Disclaimer, contact:
Pacific Foot & Ankle Center
24191 Paseo De Valencia, Suite E
Laguna Woods, CA 92637
Phone: (949) 855-1177