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Terms of Service
Effective Date: January 1, 2025 | Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Welcome to SOAR hcp™ ("we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using our website located at soarhcp.org (the "Site"), registering as a member, submitting a form, or participating in any SOAR hcp™-sponsored activity, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). Please read them carefully.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By using this Site or any of our services, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age, have read and understood these Terms, and agree to be legally bound by them. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use the Site or our services.
2. Description of Services
SOAR hcp™ is a professional organization and community platform for physician associates (PAs), nurse practitioners (NPs), physicians, students, and healthcare industry professionals. We provide:
- Educational content, articles, guides, and resources
- Community forums and peer discussion features
- Event registration and conference access
- Membership enrollment and related communications
- Curated external links and third-party resources
SOAR hcp™ does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Content is for professional development and informational purposes only.
3. User Eligibility and Registration
Membership and participation in SOAR hcp™ programs is open to licensed or licensed-eligible healthcare professionals and aligned industry partners, as defined in our membership categories. By registering, you represent that the information you provide is accurate, current, and complete. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials and for all activity associated with your account.
4. Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Site and its services only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of others. You agree not to:
- Post or transmit content that is unlawful, harassing, defamatory, abusive, threatening, or obscene
- Misrepresent your identity or professional credentials
- Use the Site to promote unauthorized commercial activity
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or its infrastructure
- Collect or harvest personal information from other users without their consent
- Engage in conduct that disrupts or interferes with the Site's operation or other users' experience
SOAR hcp™ reserves the right to suspend or terminate access for any user who violates these standards, without prior notice.
5. Community Standards
SOAR hcp™ is a professional community. All members and participants are expected to engage with respect, integrity, and good faith. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Treating all community members with dignity
- Contributing to discussions in a constructive and professional manner
- Not sharing, reproducing, or distributing other members' contributions without permission
- Disclosing any actual or potential conflicts of interest
SOAR hcp™ does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or conduct that undermines the integrity or inclusivity of this community.
6. Industry Partner Standards
Industry partners who join SOAR hcp™ agree to the following additional standards:
- Participation must be aligned with the mission of supporting clinician growth, well-being, and education
- SOAR hcp™ membership does not constitute endorsement of any company, product, or service
- Industry partners may not use SOAR hcp™ membership or community access for direct marketing or promotional purposes
- Violation of these standards may result in immediate removal from the community
7. Intellectual Property
All content on the SOAR hcp™ Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, course materials, and other materials ("Content"), is owned by or licensed to SOAR hcp™ and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, or publicly display any Content without our express written permission, except as permitted by applicable law or these Terms.
By submitting content to SOAR hcp™ (including posts, responses, or submissions in community features), you grant SOAR hcp™ a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to display, reproduce, and use that content in connection with operating and promoting the SOAR hcp™ platform.
8. Third-Party Links and Resources
The Site may contain links to third-party websites, publications, or resources. These links are provided for informational purposes only. SOAR hcp™ does not endorse, control, or take responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or availability of third-party sites. Your interactions with third-party sites are governed by their own terms and policies.
9. No Medical Advice
Nothing on this Site constitutes medical, legal, financial, or other professional advice. Information provided through SOAR hcp™ is intended for professional development purposes only and should not be relied upon for clinical decision-making or patient care. Always use your professional judgment, consult appropriate resources, and follow applicable standards of care.
10. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
THE SITE AND ITS CONTENT ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. SOAR hcp™ DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF HARMFUL COMPONENTS.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, SOAR hcp™ AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE OR SERVICES.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SOAR hcp™ and its affiliates, officers, agents, and employees from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third-party rights.
12. Privacy
Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.
13. Modifications to Terms
SOAR hcp™ reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.
14. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state in which SOAR hcp™ is incorporated, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of that jurisdiction.
15. Contact
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
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