The majority of clinic websites are built on assembly‑type architectures. These generic platforms create a structural dependency on third‑party ecosystems, where control over the code and mastery of the infrastructure are absent. Every additional component becomes an entry point for vulnerabilities. The site is no longer an asset, but a fragile construction, rented on uncertain ground.

The major risk lies in the inability to guarantee the sovereignty and security of patient data. An assembled architecture is a “black box”, often making it impossible to reliably trace the path of sensitive information. This opacity exposes the clinic to data leaks, loss of trust, and financial penalties. Responsibility is never shared; it rests entirely on the clinic.

The legal framework is uncompromising. In Quebec, Law 25 imposes strict obligations regarding the protection of personal information and data governance. Law 5, for its part, mandates the accessibility of services for all individuals, including on digital platforms. At the federal level, PIPEDA reinforces these principles. Internationally, standards such as the GDPR in Europe or HIPAA in the United States establish a global benchmark. For a clinic, being compliant is not a goal; it is the minimum condition for its existence.

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