TERMS and CONDITIONS
Last Updated: September 19, 2026
Welcome to the website of ENT Institute of NJ and Don S. Respler, MD (“ENT Institute of NJ,” “Dr. Respler,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website and its content, forms, features, and online services (collectively, the “Website”).
By accessing or using this Website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the Website.
1. MEDICAL INFORMATION AND EDUCATIONAL CONTENT
The information provided on this Website is intended for general educational and informational purposes only. It is designed to help parents and families better understand pediatric ear, nose, and throat conditions, evaluations, treatments, procedures, and related healthcare topics. Website content is not intended to replace an evaluation by a qualified healthcare professional and should not be considered individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Because every child and medical situation is different, information provided on this Website may not apply to a particular patient.
2. NO PHYSICIAN-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP
Accessing this Website, reading its content, submitting a form, requesting an appointment, sending an email, or otherwise communicating electronically with our office does not, by itself, establish a physician-patient relationship with Don S. Respler, MD or ENT Institute of NJ. A physician-patient relationship is established only after appropriate evaluation and acceptance of the patient by the practice.
3. MEDICAL EMERGENCIES
This Website should not be used for medical emergencies or urgent medical concerns.
If you believe your child or another individual is experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or seek immediate emergency medical attention. Website forms, email, and other electronic communications should not be relied upon for urgent or time-sensitive medical matters.
4. PEDIATRIC PATIENTS AND PARENTS/GUARDIANS
ENT Institute of NJ specializes in the care of children and adolescents. The Website is intended primarily for use by parents, legal guardians, adult patients where applicable, and other adults involved in coordinating a child's healthcare. Minors should not independently submit medical, identifying, insurance, financial, or other personal information through this Website without the involvement and authorization of a parent or legal guardian.
5. APPOINTMENT REQUESTS
The Website may allow patients, parents, or guardians to request an appointment with our office. Submitting an appointment request does not constitute a confirmed appointment. Appointments are confirmed only after you receive confirmation from ENT Institute of NJ. We reserve the right to modify, reschedule, or decline an appointment request based upon availability, clinical circumstances, physician availability, or other appropriate considerations.
6. ONLINE FORMS
The Website may provide patient registration forms, medical history forms, consent forms, postoperative information, educational materials, or other documents for patient convenience. Completion or submission of an online form does not replace an appropriate medical evaluation or establish a diagnosis or treatment plan. Please provide accurate and complete information when submitting forms to our practice.
7. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS
If you voluntarily provide an email address, telephone number, or other contact information, ENT Institute of NJ may use that information to respond to your inquiry and communicate regarding appointments, administrative matters, billing, or patient care as permitted by applicable law. Email and standard SMS text messaging may not always be secure. Sensitive medical or personal information should not be sent through unsecured communication methods unless specifically requested or appropriately protected.
8. TREATMENT AND SURGICAL INFORMATION
The Website may contain information about pediatric ENT conditions and treatments, including office-based treatment, diagnostic testing, medications, ear tube placement, tonsil and adenoid procedures, nasal and sinus treatment, turbinate procedures, septoplasty, and other medical or surgical services. Such descriptions are provided for educational purposes only. The appropriate treatment for an individual patient can be determined only after consideration of the patient's history, examination, testing when indicated, risks, benefits, alternatives, and individual circumstances. Nothing on this Website constitutes a guarantee that a particular treatment or procedure is appropriate for any patient or that a particular clinical outcome will occur.
9. TREATMENT RESULTS
Medical and surgical outcomes vary among patients. Statements regarding potential benefits, recovery, techniques, or expected outcomes are general descriptions and should not be interpreted as promises or guarantees. Individual results depend upon numerous factors, including the patient's condition, anatomy, medical history, response to treatment, adherence to postoperative instructions, and other circumstances.
10. INSURANCE, FEES AND PRICING
ENT Institute of NJ strives to provide patients and families with clear information regarding anticipated costs whenever reasonably possible. Any information on the Website regarding fees, insurance participation, out-of-network benefits, Medicaid, health-share programs, financing, hospital charges, anesthesia charges, or other healthcare costs is general information and may change. Insurance benefits vary by patient and plan. Verification or discussion of insurance benefits does not constitute a guarantee that an insurer will pay for a particular service. Patients and families remain responsible for applicable financial obligations subject to insurance contracts and applicable law.
11. HOSPITAL, FACILITY AND ANESTHESIA SERVICES
Certain procedures may involve hospitals, surgical facilities, anesthesiologists, laboratories, imaging facilities, or other healthcare professionals or organizations that are legally and financially separate from ENT Institute of NJ. Unless specifically stated otherwise, ENT Institute of NJ does not control the billing, insurance participation, policies, or charges of these independent providers or facilities. Families should verify applicable insurance coverage and financial responsibility directly with their insurer and the relevant provider or facility when appropriate.
12. ACCURACY OF WEBSITE INFORMATION
We make reasonable efforts to provide accurate, useful, and current information. However, medicine evolves, individual circumstances differ, and office policies, hours, services, insurance participation, pricing, and other information may change.
We therefore do not warrant that all Website information will always be complete, current, or error-free.
13. PRIVACY AND PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION
Your use of this Website is also subject to our Privacy Policy.
Certain information provided to ENT Institute of NJ may constitute protected health information (“PHI”) and may be governed by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”), applicable state law, and our Notice of Privacy Practices. Where applicable, our legal obligations regarding protected health information take precedence over these general Website Terms and Conditions.
14. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Unless otherwise indicated, the text, graphics, illustrations, photographs, diagrams, logos, branding, educational materials, videos, designs, and other original content appearing on this Website are owned by or licensed to ENT Institute of NJ and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. Website materials may be viewed or downloaded for personal, noncommercial educational use where permitted. You may not reproduce, republish, modify, distribute, sell, commercially exploit, or otherwise use our original Website content without appropriate authorization.
15. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND SERVICES
Our Website may contain links to hospitals, insurers, pharmacies, educational resources, maps, scheduling services, payment providers, social-media platforms, or other third-party websites and services. These third parties operate independently. ENT Institute of NJ does not control and is not responsible for their content, privacy practices, availability, security, terms, or policies. A link to a third-party resource does not necessarily constitute an endorsement of all information, products, or services offered by that third party.
16. ACCEPTABLE USE
You agree not to misuse this Website or interfere with its operation or security. You may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, servers, patient information, accounts, databases, or networks or use automated or other methods to improperly obtain Website content or information.
17. WEBSITE AVAILABILITY
We may modify, update, suspend, restrict, or discontinue any portion of the Website at any time. We do not guarantee that the Website or any particular feature will always be available, uninterrupted, secure, or free from technical errors.
18. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES
To the extent permitted by applicable law, this Website and its general informational content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied. Nothing in these Terms and Conditions is intended to exclude or restrict any legal obligation or responsibility that cannot lawfully be excluded or restricted.
19. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, ENT Institute of NJ, Don S. Respler, MD, and their employees, representatives, and agents will not be liable for damages arising solely from the use of, inability to use, or reliance upon the Website or its general educational content. This provision does not limit liability where limitation is prohibited by applicable law and does not alter any rights or obligations arising from an established physician-patient relationship.
20. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS
We may revise these Terms and Conditions periodically to reflect changes in our Website, services, technology, practice operations, or applicable legal requirements. Revised Terms and Conditions will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website following an update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms to the extent permitted by law.
21. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey, except where applicable federal law controls.
22. CONTACT INFORMATION
Questions regarding these Website Terms and Conditions may be directed to:
ENT Institute of NJ
Don S. Respler, MD
Hackensack, New Jersey
For medical questions, appointment requests, or questions concerning a patient's medical records or protected health information, please contact our office directly through the appropriate communication method.