Nondiscrimination Policy

Discrimination is Against the Law

The practice of George Kessler, D.O., AOBFP, P.C. complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. The practice welcomes gender non-conforming individuals and does not exclude people or treat them differently because of any of these protected characteristics.

Accessibility and Language Services

The practice provides, free of charge:

• Aids and services to people with disabilities to communicate effectively, including written information in alternative formats (large print, audio, accessible electronic formats) and qualified sign language interpreters where reasonably available for telehealth visits.
• Language services to people whose primary language is not English, including qualified interpreters and information written in other languages where reasonably available.

If you need these services, please mention this when contacting the practice or scheduling an appointment.

Extended Protections

In addition to the protections required by federal law, the practice does not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other non‑medically relevant factors with respect to admission, treatment, discharge, or participation in the practice's programs and services.

Compliance and Grievances

Dr. George Kessler is responsible for compliance with this policy and oversees the grievance procedure. If you believe the practice has failed to provide these services or has discriminated on a prohibited basis, you may file a grievance with the practice in person, by mail, by fax, or by email:

George Kessler, D.O., AOBFP, P.C.
2820 Shipyard Lane, Unit 6B
East Marion, NY 11939
Fax: (866) 728-3639
Email: contact@drgeorgekessler.com

You may also file a civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, electronically through the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Portal at ocrportal.hhs.gov/ocr/portal/lobby.jsf, or by mail or phone:

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Avenue, SW
Room 509F, HHH Building
Washington, D.C. 20201
1-800-368-1019 · 800-537-7697 (TDD)