Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 05, 2026

Welcome to this website (the “Site”), operated by Dr. Sasha Hakman, MD (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using this Site, including reading blog content, listening to podcast episodes, or using any links to contact or call a clinic, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this Site.

1. Educational Use Only – No Medical Advice

All content on this Site, including but not limited to blog posts, podcast episodes, videos, captions, downloadable materials, and social media links, is provided for educational and informational purposes only.

The information presented is not medical advice and is not intended to replace consultation, diagnosis, or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional. Medical information is general in nature and may not apply to your specific circumstances.

You should not rely on any information from this Site to make medical decisions without consulting your own physician or healthcare provider.

2. No Physician-Patient Relationship

Use of this Site, including consuming content or clicking links to contact a clinic, does not create a physician-patient relationship between you and Dr. Hakman.

A physician-patient relationship is established only after:

• You have contacted the clinic directly,
• Completed all required intake and consent forms, and
• Have been formally accepted as a patient by the practice.

3. Appointment Booking and Clinic Contact Links

This Site may include links or buttons that allow users to call a clinic to inquire about or schedule an in-person appointment.

• The Site itself does not schedule appointments.
• The Site does not collect medical information for appointment booking.
• All appointments, availability, medical services, fees, and policies are governed by the clinic’s own procedures and documentation.

Calling a clinic via a link on this Site does not guarantee availability, acceptance as a patient, or provision of medical services.

4. No Emergency Services

This Site and its content are not intended for emergency use.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.

Do not use this Site, blog, podcast, or any contact links for urgent or emergency medical concerns.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including text, graphics, audio recordings, podcast episodes, branding, logos, and original materials, is the intellectual property of Dr. Sasha Hakman unless otherwise stated.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or republish any content without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use with proper attribution.

6. Third-Party Links and Resources

This Site may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or services, including clinics, podcast platforms, or social media sites.

We do not control and are not responsible for the content, accuracy, privacy practices, or policies of third-party sites. Use of third-party services is at your own risk.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Dr. Sasha Hakman and affiliated entities shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or related to your use of this Site or reliance on its content.

This includes, but is not limited to, reliance on medical information presented for educational purposes.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Dr. Sasha Hakman from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from your use of this Site or violation of these Terms.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

11. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact:

Compliance@sashahakmanmd.com