Medical Disclaimer

1. Educational Purpose Only

Immunodoc (immunodoc.in) is an educational platform operated by Dr. Keerthi Vardhan Yerram, MD DM, Rheumatologist & Clinical Immunologist, NIMS Hospital, Hyderabad (MCI/NMC Registration No.: [Registration Number]).

All articles, blog posts, condition guides, drug guides, myth-busting content, downloadable resources, videos, and any other material published on this website are intended solely for general health education and awareness. They are written to help patients, caregivers, and the general public understand immune-related health conditions in plain language.

The information on this site:

• Is not a substitute for professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis, or treatment.
• Should not be used to self-diagnose or self-treat any medical condition.
• Should not be used to start, stop, or modify any medication or treatment without consulting your doctor.
• Is not tailored to your individual medical history, laboratory results, or clinical presentation.

2. No Doctor–Patient Relationship

Browsing, reading, or downloading content from Immunodoc does not create a doctor–patient relationship between you and Dr. Keerthi Vardhan Yerram or any other medical professional associated with this platform.

A formal doctor–patient relationship is established only when:

• You have booked and attended a formal teleconsultation or in-person appointment, and
• A consultation fee has been paid and received, and
• A digital prescription or clinical advice has been issued in accordance with the Telemedicine Practice Guidelines 2020.

Questions submitted via the website contact form, WhatsApp, or social media do not constitute a formal consultation and will not result in personalised medical advice.

3. Telemedicine Consultations

Paid teleconsultations conducted through Immunodoc are governed by the Telemedicine Practice Guidelines 2020 issued jointly by the Board of Governors of MCI and NITI Aayog, Government of India. By booking a teleconsultation, you acknowledge that:

• You are voluntarily seeking medical consultation via technology platforms.
• You understand the inherent limitations of telemedicine, including the inability to physically examine you.
• You will provide accurate, complete information about your medical history and current symptoms.
• Certain medications (Schedule X drugs, narcotics, psychotropic substances) cannot be prescribed via telemedicine on a first-visit basis as per applicable regulations.
• For any emergency or life-threatening condition, you will seek immediate in-person emergency medical care.
• You consent to your consultation details being recorded in digital medical records maintained for a minimum of 3 years as required by law.

4. Medical Emergencies — Seek Immediate Help

This platform is not equipped to handle medical emergencies. Teleconsultation responses are not instantaneous and are not appropriate for emergency situations.

5. Accuracy of Information

Dr. Keerthi Vardhan Yerram makes every effort to ensure the accuracy and currency of information published on Immunodoc. Articles are written based on current evidence-based guidelines from bodies including the American College of Rheumatology (ACR), EULAR, Indian Rheumatology Association (IRA), and the World Allergy Organization (WAO).

However:

• Medical knowledge evolves rapidly. Information that was accurate at the time of publication may become outdated.
• Drug dosages, availability, and regulatory status may differ between states in India and internationally.
• We cannot guarantee that all information is complete, accurate, or current at the time you read it.
• Published content represents general principles and may not apply to every individual's situation.

Each article displays its publication date. If you are making a clinical decision, always verify information against the most current guidelines and consult a qualified practitioner.

6. External Links

Immunodoc may contain links to third-party websites, including medical journals, hospital websites, government health portals, and patient organisation resources. These links are provided for informational purposes only.

We have no control over the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of third-party sites. A link from Immunodoc does not constitute an endorsement of that site or its content. Please review the privacy policy and terms of any third-party site you visit.

7. NMC Ethics Compliance Statement

This website is operated in compliance with the Indian Medical Council (Professional Conduct, Etiquette and Ethics) Regulations, 2002 and applicable National Medical Commission guidelines. In particular:

• No patient testimonials are solicited or displayed on this website.
• No before-and-after photographs of patients are published.
• No product endorsements — Dr. Keerthi Vardhan Yerram does not endorse specific pharmaceutical products, supplements, or medical devices for commercial purposes.
• All sponsored or collaborative content, if any, is clearly disclosed and maintains full editorial independence.
• Content is restricted to the doctor's area of medical specialty (Rheumatology, Clinical Immunology, and Allergy).

The content on this platform is not advertising. It is patient education material created in good faith to bridge the rheumatology awareness gap in India.

8. Jurisdiction

This website is operated from Hyderabad, Telangana, India. All disputes arising from the use of this platform shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in Hyderabad, Telangana, India, and governed by the laws of the Republic of India.

9. Contact

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