Educational and Informational Purposes Only
Certain content on the Sona Academy platform (the “Content”) is intended for educational purposes for qualified healthcare professionals and may be accessible only to users with verified professional status. Other areas of the platform may be publicly accessible.
Users accessing restricted professional content warrant that they are qualified healthcare professionals at the time of access to the Content. Any access to the Content obtained through misrepresentation of professional status constitutes a material breach of Terms and Conditions. Sona Academy reserves the right to immediately suspend or terminate access and to take such further action as may be appropriate. This disclaimer applies specifically to professional educational content and not to publicly accessible general information.
No Medical Advice or Clinical Instruction
The Content does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations and should not be relied upon as such. It is not intended to replace independent clinical judgment, professional medical advice, or consultation with qualified healthcare providers. Users must exercise their own professional judgment and verify all information against applicable clinical guidelines, regulatory approvals, and official prescribing information.
No Physician-Patient or Advisory Relationship
Access to or use of the Content does not create a physician-patient, advisory, or fiduciary relationship between Sona Academy, its affiliates (including Sona-Pharm OÜ), contributors, and any user or third party.
Independent Editorial Control
All Content on the Sona Academy platform is developed and published under the editorial independence of Sona Academy. The affiliation with Sona-Pharm OÜ does not influence the selection, development, or presentation of any educational Content. Sona Academy maintains strict separation between its educational activities and any commercial or promotional activities of its affiliates.
Use of Clinical Examples and Data
Sona Academy does not process or store patient medical data through its platform. No identifiable health data relating to individuals is collected or used.
Any clinical examples, case studies, or references presented within the Content are fully anonymised and are provided solely for educational and illustrative purposes. Such materials are designed, and reasonable measures have been taken to prevent the identification of any individual, and do not represent actual patient records.
No Reliance
Users acknowledge that any reliance on the Content is at their own risk. The Content is provided as general educational material and should not be used as the sole basis for clinical or treatment decisions.
Accuracy and No Duty to Update
While Sona Academy endeavours to ensure that the Content is accurate and up to date at the time of publication, no representations or warranties, express or implied, are made regarding its completeness, accuracy, reliability, or timeliness. Medical and scientific knowledge evolves rapidly, and Sona Academy undertakes no obligation to update or revise any Content.
Jurisdictional and Regulatory Differences
The Content may reference medical practices, products, or treatments that are not approved, available, or standard in all jurisdictions. Users are responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable local laws, regulations, and professional standards in their respective jurisdictions.
Third-Party Contributions
The Content may include materials provided by third-party contributors. The views and opinions expressed are those of the respective authors and do not necessarily reflect those of Sona Academy or its affiliates. Sona Academy does not assume responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of third-party content.
No Promotional Intent or Endorsement
The Content is provided solely for independent educational purposes and is not intended to promote, advertise, or endorse any specific medicinal product, treatment, service, or manufacturer. Any references to pharmaceutical products, therapies, or medical devices are for informational purposes only and do not constitute a recommendation, endorsement, or preference by Sona Academy or its affiliates.
Nothing in the Content should be interpreted as promotional activity or as influencing prescribing decisions. Sona Academy does not engage in promotional activities and does not intend to influence prescribing behaviour or clinical decision-making.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Sona Academy, its affiliates (including Sona-Pharm OÜ), officers, employees, and contributors disclaim all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of or related to the use of, or reliance on, the Content, including but not limited to clinical decisions, patient outcomes, or regulatory compliance. Users assume full responsibility for any use of the Content.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This disclaimer is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Estonia. Any disputes arising in connection with this disclaimer shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Estonia.
Relationship to Privacy Policy
This Professional Medical Disclaimer addresses the nature, scope, and limitations of the medical and educational content provided on the Sona Academy platform. It does not govern the collection, processing, or protection of personal data.
Any handling of personal data in connection with the use of the platform is governed separately by the Sona Academy Privacy Policy and related data protection notices. Users are encouraged to review those documents to understand how their personal data is collected, used, and safeguarded.