SPOCUS

Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your information

Last updated: June 2026

1. Introduction

The Society of Point of Care Ultrasound (SPOCUS) is committed to protecting the privacy of our members and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit spocus.org or become a member of our organization.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Identification: Name, email address, phone number, professional title, and employer/institution.
  • Membership Data: Membership level, renewal dates, credentials, and payment history.
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time on site, referring URLs, and browser/device information (collected anonymously).
  • Communications: Messages sent via our contact form or forum.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To process and manage membership applications and renewals
  • To communicate organizational updates, events, and educational resources
  • To facilitate member forum discussions and community engagement
  • To improve our website and services
  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website and conducting business, provided they agree to keep such information confidential. We may also disclose information when required by law.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information but cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data held by SPOCUS. To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@spocus.org.

7. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact SPOCUS at admin@spocus.org.

SPOCUS

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(615) 900-0813 admin@spocus.org

All content on this website — including but not limited to text, educational materials, curricula, training programs, clinical guidelines, images, videos, quiz questions, and course materials — is the exclusive intellectual property of the Society of Point of Care Ultrasound (SPOCUS) and is protected by United States and international copyright law. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, modification, public display, or commercial use of any content without prior written permission from SPOCUS is strictly prohibited. The SPOCUS name, logo, and Train-the-Trainer (TtT) program are trademarks of the Society of Point of Care Ultrasound. Members are granted a limited, non-transferable license to access member-only resources solely for personal, non-commercial educational use.

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SPOCUS is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization. A constituent organization of the American Academy of PAs.

Inquiries: admin@spocus.org