Effective Date: June 1, 2026
Please read these Terms of Use carefully before using the Bellevue Hand Surgeon website (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the Site.
No Medical Advice
The Site provides general educational information about hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow conditions, treatments, and related topics. All content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
- Nothing on this Site creates a physician-patient relationship.
- Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking treatment because of content on this Site.
- In case of a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number immediately.
User Conduct and Prohibited Activities
You agree not to:
- Use the Site in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair it.
- Introduce viruses, worms, or other malicious code.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site.
- Post or transmit obscene, defamatory, or unlawful content.
- Use the Site for any commercial purpose without our prior written consent.
We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to the Site at our sole discretion.
Intellectual Property
All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Bellevue Hand Surgeon / Dr. Samuel E. Galle or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without express permission.
Linked Websites
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience only. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content or practices of any linked sites.
Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of accuracy, completeness, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
We do not guarantee that the Site will be error-free, uninterrupted, or free of viruses.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Bellevue Hand Surgeon, Dr. Samuel E. Galle, and our affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Washington. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved exclusively in the courts located in King County, Washington.
Changes to Terms
We may revise these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.
Contact Us
For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact:
Dr. Samuel E. Galle / Bellevue Hand Surgeon
12911 120th Ave NE H220
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 451-0654