Accessibility Statement

Last updated: April 2026

At Dr. Salman Sheikh (salman.sheikh.co.uk), we are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure our clinical resources and dental insights are available to all.

1. Our Commitment

We work to ensure that our website is accessible to people with disabilities, following the principle that every person has the right to live with dignity, equality, comfort, and independence. Our goal is to allow visitors with disabilities to browse the site with the same level of ease as any other visitor.

2. Accessibility Adjustments on This Site

We have adapted this site in accordance with WCAG 2.2 (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) at the AA level. Specifically, we have implemented the following features:

Logical Heading Structure: We use clear heading hierarchies (H1, H2, H3) to help screen readers navigate the professional and clinical sections of the site.
Alternative Text (Alt-Text): All informative images, including clinical diagrams and dental equipment photos, include descriptive alt-text. Note: Clinical patient images are described generally to maintain privacy while ensuring screen reader users understand the context.
Keyboard Navigation: The site is fully navigable using a keyboard, including all menus and contact forms.
Color Contrast: We have ensured that the contrast ratio between text and backgrounds meets the required standards for readability.
Reduced Motion: We minimize the use of moving elements or "parallax" scrolling that may cause discomfort to users with motion sensitivities.

3. Medical and Clinical Content

As a professional medical site, we provide detailed clinical information. We strive to ensure that even complex data—such as surgical procedures or dental implant explanations—is presented in a clear, accessible format. If you require any clinical document or image description in a specific alternative format (e.g., large print or audio), please contact us.

4. Third-Party Content

While we aim for full accessibility across the entire site, some third-party elements (such as embedded Google Maps or external referral forms) may have limitations outside of our direct control. We are constantly monitoring these elements for better alternatives.

5. Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of salman.sheikh.co.uk. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or require assistance with any part of our site, please let us know:

Email: [Insert your professional email address]
Contact Form: [Link to your website's contact page]

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.

6. Enforcement Procedure

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is responsible for enforcing the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018. If you are not happy with how we respond to your complaint, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).