Intuitive Updates European Privacy Notice
Intuitive, a maker of medical robotic systems, has issued a clarified European privacy notice. The updated policy took effect in February 2020.
Medical technology firm Intuitive has updated its European privacy notice, outlining how it collects and uses personal data for individuals in the EU, EFTA countries, and Switzerland. The revised notice, effective February 1, 2020, clarifies the company's principles for handling personal information.
Intuitive, best known for its da Vinci surgical robotic systems, emphasizes its commitment to transparency and safeguarding personal data. The company states it does not sell personal data to third parties. The collection of personal data is generally based on the company's legitimate business interests but may also be based on a contract with an individual or their consent.
The notice defines "Personal Data" as any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person, in line with GDPR regulations. Data is collected and stored using industry-standard practices, with the company aiming to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the information.
The policy designates Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (Sunnyvale, California) and its affiliated companies, including Intuitive Surgical Sárl (Switzerland) and Intuitive Surgical SAS (France), as controllers of personal data. The company collects data from website users and representatives of third parties who have a professional relationship with Intuitive. This data may include identification details, contact information, professional data, and other information provided by the user.