Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 2025
Introduction
CholeMetric ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application for gallbladder stone detection and analysis.
Information We Collect
Account Information:
- Email address
- Full name
- Hospital or clinic affiliation
- Medical specialization
- Password (encrypted)
Medical Data:
- CT scan images of gallbladder
- Patient identifiers
- Scan dates and results
- AI analysis results
- Radiologist notes
How We Use Your Information
CholeMetric provides the following features:
- AI-powered gallbladder stone detection from CT scan images
- To create and manage your user account
- To securely store scan results
- To improve our AI model (optional, with your consent)
- To send important service updates
- To protect against unauthorized access
Data Processing and Storage
On-Device Processing: All AI image analysis is performed on-device using TensorFlow Lite. Your medical images are processed locally and are not transmitted to external servers during analysis.
Server Storage: User account information and scan results are stored on our secure servers with industry-standard encryption.
Federated Learning (Optional)
- Opt-in only - disabled by default
- Privacy-preserving - only anonymized updates computed
- No images leave your device
- No personal data included
- Can opt-out at any time
Data Security
- End-to-end encryption for data transmission
- Secure password hashing (bcrypt)
- Regular security audits
- Access controls and authentication
- HIPAA-compliant security measures
Your Rights
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your account and data
- Export your scan data
- Opt-out of federated learning
- Withdraw consent for data processing
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or data requests:
Email:maramakhila0549.sse@saveetha.com
Institution:SIMATS UNIVERSITY
Terms of Service
Last Updated: December 2025
⚠️ IMPORTANT MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
CholeMetric is a clinical decision support tool designed to ASSIST healthcare professionals, NOT to replace clinical judgment, professional diagnosis, or medical expertise.
All AI-generated analysis results must be independently verified by qualified medical professionals before making any clinical decisions.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using CholeMetric, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use this Service.
2. Eligibility
This Service is intended exclusively for:
- Licensed medical doctors (MD, DO)
- Board-certified radiologists
- Qualified healthcare professionals
- Medical residents under supervision
- Authorized medical staff at accredited institutions
3. User Responsibilities
You agree to:
- Provide accurate information during registration
- Maintain confidentiality of login credentials
- Use the app only for legitimate medical purposes
- Comply with HIPAA and relevant regulations
- Exercise independent professional judgment
- Verify all AI results before clinical use
4. Prohibited Uses
You may NOT:
- Provide diagnosis based solely on AI results
- Share patient data with unauthorized parties
- Reverse engineer the AI models or software
- Copy or distribute the application
- Use for competing services
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
5. Intellectual Property
All AI models, algorithms, and content are proprietary and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, or create derivative works.
6. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. We do not warrant:
- Accuracy or completeness of AI analysis
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
- Fitness for a particular purpose
7. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
- Medical malpractice claims
- Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis
- Patient harm from reliance on AI results
- Data loss or business interruption
- Lost profits or revenue
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify CholeMetric from any claims arising from your use of the Service, violation of these Terms, or medical malpractice related to your professional practice.
9. Account Termination
We may suspend or terminate your account if you:
- Violate these Terms
- Engage in fraudulent activities
- Pose a security risk
- Abuse the Service
10. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Service after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
Contact Information
For questions about these Terms:
Email:maramakhila0549.sse@saveetha.com
Institution:SIMATS UNIVERSITY