Privacy Policy
How we handle website information
Effective date: October 18, 2026
This policy explains what information the Garden State Medical Center (GSMC) website at gsmedicalcenter.org collects, how we use it and the choices you have. It covers this website only. How we use and protect your health information as a patient is described in our Notice of Privacy Practices. You can also request a paper copy of the Notice from any of our offices or by calling 732-202-3000.
Information you give us
When you fill out a form on our website, such as an appointment request, new patient paperwork or a contact form, we collect the information you enter. This can include your name, phone number, email address, date of birth, insurance details and the reason for your visit. Some of our forms are hosted by Jotform, a form service, and are delivered to our office by email or fax. We use this information to respond to you, schedule appointments and prepare for your visit.
Please do not send urgent medical questions through the website. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.
Information collected automatically
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website, for example which pages are viewed, how visitors arrive at the site and the general type of device and location (city or region). Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technology to collect this information. We also count clicks on our phone numbers and form submissions so we can see which pages help patients reach us. These reports do not tell us who you are.
You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings, or use Google's opt-out tool at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. The website will still work if you do.
How we use information
- To answer your questions and schedule or prepare for appointments
- To contact you about the request you made
- To understand and improve our website
- To meet legal and regulatory requirements
How we share information
We do not sell your personal information. We share it only with service providers that help us run our website and office, such as our website host, form service and analytics provider, and only as needed for them to provide those services, or when the law requires it.
Text messages (SMS)
If you give us your mobile number and agree to receive text messages, we use it only to send the messages you agreed to, such as appointment or office messages. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time, or reply HELP for help. You can also call us at 732-202-3000.
Mobile numbers and SMS opt-in consent are not shared with or sold to third parties for marketing.
Security
We use reasonable safeguards to protect the information sent through our website. No method of sending information over the internet is completely secure, so please call our office if you would rather share details by phone.
Children
Our website is not directed to children under 13. A parent or guardian should complete forms for a minor.
Links to other websites
Our website links to other sites, such as our patient portal, social media pages and insurance websites. Their own privacy policies apply when you visit them.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The effective date at the top shows when it was last changed.
Contact us
Garden State Medical Center
1314 Hooper Ave, 1st Floor
Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone: 732-202-3000
See also our Website and SMS Terms.