Website Terms of Use

Dr. Toni Varela, ND
www.drtonivarela.com

Last Updated: April 6, 2026

Welcome to drtonivarela.com (the "Site"). This Terms of Use Agreement ("Agreement") sets forth the terms governing your use of this Site between Dr. Toni Varela, ND ("we," "us," or "Practice") and each visitor or user ("you" or "user").

Please read this Agreement carefully before using this Site. By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this Site.

We reserve the right to update these terms at any time. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

1. Educational and Informational Use Only

This Site is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. Nothing on this Site constitutes medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The content provided on this Site -- including text, graphics, images, and links to third-party resources -- is not a substitute for professional medical advice from a licensed healthcare provider who has evaluated you individually.

Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition, symptoms, medications, dietary supplements, or treatment options. Do not disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice based on information you have read on this Site.

This Site is not monitored for medical emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately.

Dr. Toni Varela, ND is a California-licensed Naturopathic Doctor regulated under the California Naturopathic Doctors Act, Bus. & Prof. Code § 3610 et seq. A naturopathic doctor is not a medical doctor (MD) or osteopathic doctor (DO). The scope of naturopathic practice in California is defined and limited by California law.

2. No Provider-Patient Relationship

Use of this Site, submission of a contact form, or communication via email does not establish a provider-patient relationship between you and Dr. Toni Varela, ND. A provider-patient relationship is established only through a scheduled in-person or telehealth consultation and execution of appropriate intake documentation.

Do not submit Protected Health Information (PHI) -- such as details about your health conditions, medications, symptoms, or diagnoses -- through this Site's contact forms or via unsecured email. Health-related communications should be directed to our office by phone at 925.786.0375 or through our HIPAA-compliant scheduling platform.

3. Supplement and Product Disclaimers

Any dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, or health products referenced or recommended on this Site have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Dr. Toni Varela, ND will not assume liability for adverse reactions, cross-contamination of ingredients, misprints, or product defects related to any products referenced on this Site. You are responsible for consulting with a healthcare professional before starting any supplement, diet, or health program.

Individual results vary. Any descriptions of outcomes are not a guarantee that you will experience the same results.

4. Affiliate Disclosure

Some links on this Site may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through an affiliate link, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. In accordance with FTC guidelines (16 CFR Part 255), we disclose this relationship transparently.

Dr. Varela only recommends products she has personally vetted and uses within her own clinical protocols. Affiliate relationships do not influence clinical recommendations made during patient care.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site -- including text, graphics, images, logos, photography, audio, video, and software -- is the property of Dr. Toni Varela, ND or its licensors and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

You may view and download content from this Site solely for your personal, non-commercial use, provided that you keep intact all copyright and proprietary notices. You may not:

Copy, reproduce, distribute, republish, or transmit any content from this Site for commercial purposes
Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from Site content
Use any trademarks, service marks, or trade names associated with Dr. Toni Varela, ND without prior written authorization
Frame or embed this Site or any portion of its content on another website without prior written authorization

Dr. Toni Varela, ND will enforce its intellectual property rights to the fullest extent permitted by law.

6. Third-Party Links

This Site may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of any third-party website. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their respective terms and privacy policies.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site before submitting personal information.

7. Online Appointment Booking

Appointment scheduling is facilitated through Acuity Scheduling, a third-party platform. Your use of the scheduling platform is subject to Acuity Scheduling's own terms of service and privacy policy. We are not responsible for technical failures, data issues, or errors arising from third-party platform use.

By booking an appointment through this Site, you agree to our Clinical Policies & Terms of Service, available on this Site. All financial, cancellation, and communication policies apply to appointments booked online.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

THIS SITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

We do not warrant that:

The Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or harmful components
The information on the Site is accurate, complete, or current
The results obtained from use of the Site will meet your expectations

Any material downloaded or obtained through use of the Site is done at your own discretion and risk.

Nothing in this Agreement limits or excludes liability for professional negligence or malpractice arising from clinical care provided by Dr. Toni Varela, ND, as such liability cannot be disclaimed under California Civil Code § 1668. This disclaimer applies solely to use of this website.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY CALIFORNIA LAW, DR. TONI VARELA, ND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS SITE, INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFITS, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION.

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THIS SITE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID, IF ANY, FOR SERVICES OR PRODUCTS PURCHASED THROUGH THIS SITE.

This limitation of liability does not apply to claims arising from professional healthcare services rendered by Dr. Toni Varela, ND. Nothing herein disclaims liability for professional negligence, gross negligence, or willful misconduct, as such disclaimers are void under California Civil Code § 1668.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability. In such jurisdictions, liability is limited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Dr. Toni Varela, ND from and against any claims, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to: your use of this Site; your violation of this Agreement; or your infringement of any third-party rights.

11. DMCA Copyright Policy

We respect the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that content on this Site infringes your copyright, please submit a written notice to our designated Copyright Agent containing the following information, as required by the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), 17 U.S.C. § 512(c):

A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized representative
A description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed
The URL or location on the Site where the allegedly infringing material appears
Your contact information (address, phone number, and email)
A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

Designated Copyright Agent:
Dr. Toni Varela, ND
939 Hartz Way, Suite 100
Danville, CA 94526
Email: info@drtonivarela.com

12. Privacy

Your use of this Site is subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into this Agreement by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our data practices.

This Site is also subject to our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which governs the use and protection of your Protected Health Information in connection with your medical care. Both documents are available on this Site.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising from or relating to this Agreement or your use of this Site shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Contra Costa County, California, and you consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts.

Any claim arising from use of this Site must be filed within one (1) year of when the claim arose, or it will be permanently barred.

14. Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with our Privacy Policy, HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, and Clinical Policies & Terms of Service, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Dr. Toni Varela, ND regarding use of this Site and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings on the same subject matter.

Contact Us

For questions about this Agreement or to report a violation, contact:

Dr. Toni Varela, ND
939 Hartz Way, Suite 100
Danville, CA 94526
Phone: 925.786.0375
Email: info@drtonivarela.com
Website: www.drtonivarela.com

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