KAMTOUR.org — Disclaimer, Legal & Privacy Policy

KAMTOUR Privacy Policy (v3.1)

Effective Date: October 3, 2025

Updated Date: April 9, 2025

The Korea–America MedTour Association, Ltd. (“KAMTOUR,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a
U.S.-based organization that provides a structured, standards-based framework for institutional
visibility, verification, and cross-border engagement within the healthcare sector.

KAMTOUR respects the privacy of individuals who access its website, interact with its services,
or participate in KAMTOUR VerifiedTM programs.

This Privacy Policy describes how KAMTOUR collects, uses, stores, and protects personal
information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including those of the United
States and the Republic of Korea.

1. Scope and Role of KAMTOUR

KAMTOUR is not a healthcare provider, medical referral service, clinical intermediary, or
government agency.

KAMTOUR does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, certification or
accreditation, and does not coordinate or manage patient care between individuals and
third-party institutions.

Submission of information to KAMTOUR does not establish:

• a physician–patient relationship
• a clinical advisory relationship
• or any form of healthcare provider engagement
  

KAMTOUR operates solely as an independent administrative and institutional platform.

2. Information We Collect

KAMTOUR may collect personal information when individuals:

• Visit or interact with the KAMTOUR website
• Submit inquiries or contact forms
• Apply for KAMTOUR VerifiedTM, partnership, or participation
• Register for events, communications, or updates
• Participate in surveys, testimonials, or institutional engagement activities

Types of Information

Information collected may include:

• Name, email address, phone number
• Organizational affiliation and professional role
• Communication content and submitted inquiries
• Event participation or registration details

Medical Information

KAMTOUR does not request or require medical or health information for its services.

If individuals voluntarily submit health-related or sensitive information:

• such information is not used for clinical purposes
• is processed only for administrative or informational context
• and is not relied upon for medical evaluation or decision-making

KAMTOUR does not operate as a HIPAA-covered entity or business associate.

3. Purpose of Data Use

KAMTOUR uses personal information solely for legitimate administrative and operational
purposes, including:

• Processing applications for KAMTOUR VerifiedTM or institutional participation
• Communicating with applicants, members, partners, and stakeholders
• Delivering newsletters, updates, and event-related information
• Facilitating institutional verification processes (non-clinical)
• Maintaining internal records and compliance documentation
• Improving website functionality, user experience, and program structure

4. Legal Basis and Consent (Where Applicable)

Where required under applicable law, including the Republic of Korea’s Personal Information
Protection Act (PIPA):

• Personal data is collected and processed based on consent or other lawful grounds
• Individuals may withdraw consent where applicable
• KAMTOUR honors requests for access, correction, deletion, or restriction in accordance
  with legal requirements

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

KAMTOUR limits disclosure of personal information to the minimum necessary and only for
defined administrative purposes.

Information may be shared with:

(a) Service Providers

Third-party vendors supporting:

• website hosting
• data management
• communications or event administration

(b) Institutional Verification Context

Limited information may be shared with partner organizations solely for administrative
verification of institutional credentials or participation status.

KAMTOUR does not share personal information:

• for clinical use
• for treatment coordination
• or for patient management purposes

(c) Legal and Regulatory Requirements

Where required by law, regulation, or legal process.

All recipients are required to maintain confidentiality and use data only for authorized purposes.

6. International Data Transfers

KAMTOUR operates across the United States and the Republic of Korea.

Personal information may be transferred across jurisdictions where necessary for administrative
or operational purposes.

KAMTOUR implements reasonable safeguards, including:

• contractual confidentiality obligations
• secure data handling practices
• access controls

to ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws.

7. Data Retention

KAMTOUR retains personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy
• maintain institutional records and compliance documentation
• satisfy applicable legal or regulatory requirements

Data is securely deleted or de-identified when no longer required.

8. Data Security

KAMTOUR employs administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect
personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or misuse.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely
secure.

Users provide information at their own discretion.

9. Cookies and Analytics

KAMTOUR may use cookies or analytics tools to:

• improve website functionality
• understand user engagement
• enhance user experience

Users may adjust browser settings to manage or disable cookies.

For additional details, refer to the KAMTOUR Cookie Policy.

10. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, individuals may have the right to:

• Access personal information held by KAMTOUR
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of personal information
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities
• Withdraw consent where applicable

Requests may be submitted to: compliance@kamtour.org

KAMTOUR will respond within applicable legal timeframes.

11. Third-Party Websites and External Links

KAMTOUR’s website may contain links to third-party institutions or external websites.

KAMTOUR does not control and is not responsible for:

• the privacy practices
• content
• or data handling policies

of third-party entities.

Users engage with external websites at their own discretion and are subject to the terms and
policies of those entities.

12. Changes to This Policy

KAMTOUR reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time.

Updates will be posted at:
www.kamtour.org/legal_privacy_policy

Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

13. Contact Information

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or data practices:

KAMTOUR Compliance Department
Korea–America MedTour Association, Ltd.
Email: compliance@kamtour.org
Website: www.kamtour.org