Terms of Use – croatia-med.com

Last Updated: 12 December 2025
Main language: English (controlling language)

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of croatia-med.com (the “Website”), including all services, content, listings, blog articles, and communications offered. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Website.

Scope of Application

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, registered members, advertisers, doctors, clinics, wellness providers, and other companies using the Website. They govern all interactions and transactions conducted through the Website unless a separate written agreement expressly overrides specific provisions.

Binding Agreement

By registering, accessing, or using the Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any updates.

Electronic Communication

You agree that CroatiaMed may communicate with you electronically, including via email. Electronic notices satisfy any legal requirement for written communication.

Intellectual Property

All content, data, graphics, logos, branding elements, texts, blog articles, and materials on the Website are owned by CroatiaMed or its licensors. No rights are granted to copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, monetize, or exploit content without prior written permission, except where permitted by law.

Responsible Use

You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with applicable laws and accepted online practices. You must not introduce malware, engage in unauthorized data scraping, misuse personal data, or interfere with the Website’s operation.

Registration and Account

Certain services may require registration. You are responsible for maintaining accurate information and safeguarding your login credentials. All activity under your account is your responsibility.

CroatiaMed may suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms or applicable law.

Advertisers / Doctors / Clinics / Providers

Providers are solely responsible for the accuracy, legality, and regulatory compliance of all information published on their profiles. This includes professional qualifications, services, pricing, insurance information, and promotional statements.

CroatiaMed operates exclusively as an independent medical directory platform. CroatiaMed does not provide medical services and does not act as a broker, agent, or intermediary between visitors and providers.

All communication, appointments, and medical services occur directly between provider and patient.

License Verification

Where a provider is designated as “License Verified” or “Verified,” this status confirms only that:

• The professional license number was provided
• The license number was cross-checked against the relevant official medical registry
• The provider appeared in the registry under matching name and designation
• The registration status was active at the time of review

Verification refers solely to confirmation of registry status at the time of review.

Verification does not constitute:

• Certification of medical quality
• Evaluation of professional competence
• Endorsement of services
• Guarantee of treatment outcomes
• Continuous monitoring of license status

Providers remain fully responsible for maintaining valid licensure and accurate information.

Advertising and Professional Conduct Rules

All providers must comply with applicable healthcare advertising laws, professional regulations, and ethical standards.

The following are strictly prohibited on the Website:

• Cure guarantees or healing promises
• Absolute claims such as “guaranteed success”
• Publication of treatment success rates without legally permitted basis
• Misleading superlatives such as “best,” “number one,” or similar claims unless objectively verifiable
• Medication advertising that violates pharmaceutical advertising laws
• Statements suggesting guaranteed medical results
• Claims that may mislead patients regarding risks, outcomes, or alternatives
• Comparative advertising against other medical professionals

CroatiaMed reserves the right to remove or edit non-compliant content, suspend accounts, or refuse publication of promotional material.

Compliance with advertising regulations remains solely the provider’s responsibility.

Content Posted by Users

Users and providers are solely responsible for all content they publish. CroatiaMed may remove content at its discretion.

By publishing content, users grant CroatiaMed a non-exclusive license to display such content in connection with the Website.

Blog and Informational Content

Blog articles, health guides, and informational materials published on Croatia-Med are provided solely for general informational and educational purposes.

Such content may include medical topics or terminology. However, the content:

• Does not constitute medical advice
• Does not establish a doctor-patient relationship
• Does not provide diagnosis
• Does not recommend specific therapies or treatments
• Does not replace consultation with a licensed healthcare professional

Readers must seek direct professional medical advice for individual health concerns.

CroatiaMed does not assume liability for decisions made based on informational content published on the Website.

No Medical Advice

CroatiaMed does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. All information is provided for informational purposes only.

Free and Paid Offers

Some services may be free. Paid listings or premium services are non-refundable unless explicitly agreed otherwise.

CroatiaMed reserves the right to modify or discontinue services at any time.

Limitation of Liability

The Website and all content are provided “as is” and “as available.”

CroatiaMed shall only be liable for damages caused by intentional misconduct or gross negligence, as permitted under applicable law.

CroatiaMed shall not be liable for:

• Medical malpractice
• Treatment outcomes
• Professional misconduct
• Regulatory violations by providers
• Misleading statements made by providers
• Medication-related claims
• Indirect or consequential damages

CroatiaMed shall not be liable for reliance on the “Verified” designation beyond confirmation of registry status at the time of review.

Use of the Website is at your own risk.

Indemnification

Providers agree to indemnify and hold harmless CroatiaMed from any claims, damages, regulatory actions, legal costs, or patient disputes arising from:

• Professional services
• Regulatory breaches
• Misleading advertising
• Cure promises or prohibited claims
• Publication of unlawful medical statements

This obligation survives termination of the account.

Privacy and Data Protection

Personal data is processed in accordance with the Privacy Policy and applicable EU and Croatian data protection law.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by Croatian law. All disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of Croatian courts.

Contact

Jana Dory Trade d.o.o., Carla D‘Ambrosia 524 66 Novigrad, Email: legal@croatia-med.com