Privacy Policy

Processing of Personal Data

Information on the Processing of Personal Data pursuant to the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP)

Dr. med. Katharina Sirch (hereinafter referred to as "the Company,” “Botox Lugano,” or “We”), with registered office at Via delle Scuole 3, 6900 Paradiso, Switzerland, provides this Privacy Policy to explain how we process personal data voluntarily shared within the scope of professional engagements and other interactions with us. Please read this information carefully, and feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.

(a) Identity and Contact Details of the Controller

The Controller for personal data is Dr. med. Katharina Sirch, with registered office at Via delle Scuole 3, 6900 Paradiso, Switzerland. You may contact us at: privacy @botox-lugano.ch.

The Company has not appointed a Data Protection Advisor (DPA) under the FADP.

(b) Purposes and Legal Basis of Processing

Your personal data will be processed for the following purposes:

(i) Without requiring explicit consent, for:

Fulfilling all obligations arising from a professional assignment for assistance or consultancy, including preliminary assessments;

Complying with legal or regulatory obligations under Swiss law, such as maintaining accounting records, fulfilling tax duties, or meeting legal disclosure or reporting obligations;

Exercising or defending legal claims.

(ii) Only with your explicit consent, for:

Evaluating collaboration opportunities;

Organizing events, seminars, courses, or other professional/scientific activities not directly related to a professional engagement;

Sending newsletters, surveys, review requests, and informational material.

Providing data for the purposes listed under (i) is essential and mandatory. Refusal may prevent the Company from fulfilling its obligations. For purposes under (ii), data is provided voluntarily and may be withdrawn at any time.

(c) Categories of Personal Data Processed

The types of personal data we may process include:

For professional assignments (section b(i)): full name, address, contact details (email, phone), AHV number (if applicable), professional title, company affiliation, and any other details necessary for rendering advice or services.

For communication and event purposes (section b(ii)): name, address, contact details, profession or affiliation.

Sensitive personal data (e.g., health-related information) will only be processed with your explicit consent or when necessary for the performance of the services.

(d) Recipients of Personal Data

Data may be shared with:

Authorized personnel and consultants of the Company;

External advisors and professionals assisting in the delivery of services;

Swiss public authorities, courts, or regulatory bodies as required by law.

Your data will not be made public or transferred for marketing purposes without your consent.

(e) Cross-Border Data Transfers

We do not currently transfer personal data outside of Switzerland. If future transfers become necessary, they will occur only:

To countries recognized by the Swiss Federal Council as providing adequate protection; or

With appropriate safeguards as required by the FADP (e.g., standard contractual clauses or explicit consent).

(f) Data Retention Periods

Data processed for professional purposes (section b(i)) is retained for as long as necessary to fulfill contractual and legal obligations.

Data processed based on consent (section b(ii)) will be retained for no longer than two years unless you renew your consent or request earlier deletion.

Certain data may be retained longer to comply with legal requirements (e.g., retention under tax or professional regulations).

(g) Cookie Policy

This website may use tracking technologies. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for more detailed information.

(h) Rights of Data Subjects

Under the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection, you have the following rights:

Right of Access – You may request to know what personal data we hold about you and how it is processed.

Right to Rectification – You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

Right to Erasure – You may request deletion of your data where allowed by law.

Right to Object – You may object to the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.

Right to Data Portability – You may request your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.

You may exercise these rights by contacting us at privacy@botox-lugano.ch.

If you believe your rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the:

Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC)

Feldeggweg 1, CH-3003 Bern

www.edoeb.admin.ch

(i) Amendments to this Privacy Policy

The Company reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any updates will be posted on this page and, where appropriate, communicated through available contact details.

(j) Processing Methods

Your personal data will be processed manually and electronically in accordance with Swiss data protection law. We implement all necessary technical and organizational measures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and security of your personal data.

Last Updated: 01/07/2025