SMS Consent

Last updated: October 21, 2026

Dr. Brion Gardner, M.D. can send you text messages about your appointments and questions, but only if you choose to receive them. This program is called Dr. Brion Gardner, M.D. Patient Messaging. This page explains what you agree to when you opt in.

What messages you’ll receive

• Appointment reminders
• Scheduling messages, such as confirming or changing an appointment
• Responses to questions you send us
• Follow-up messages when we miss your call

How to opt in

When you fill out our appointment request form, you can enter your mobile number and check the box to agree to text messages. The box is optional and unchecked by default. You can request an appointment without checking it.

Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of receiving care.

The consent language you agree to

This is the exact wording next to the checkbox on our appointment request form:

By checking this box, you agree to receive recurring SMS text messages from Dr. Brion Gardner, M.D. at the mobile number provided, including appointment reminders, scheduling messages, responses to your inquiries, and missed-call follow-ups. Consent is not a condition of receiving care. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time; reply HELP or call (703) 393-1667 for help. See our Privacy Policy and Text Messaging Terms.

How often and what it costs

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Ask your mobile carrier about your text messaging plan.

How to opt out or get help

• Reply STOP to any message to unsubscribe at any time.
• Reply HELP for help, or call (703) 393-1667.

Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

Your privacy

Your SMS opt-in consent and your mobile phone number are never shared with or sold to third parties or affiliates.

Read our Privacy Policy and Text Messaging Terms for full details.