What do Doctor’s and Nurses really think about Social Media and it’s potential and place in Healthcare?
Here are 4 must read articles that explore the subject from a number of angles, attitudes and perspectives:
Social networking impact on patients, doctors, and non-profits
Dr. David Nash outlines effective uses of social media and the differences between mainstream sites like Facebook and healthcare focused sites such as PatientsLikeMe.
How social media can make physicians better doctors
Mike Hennessy, founder and editor of MD Net Guide explores the challenges, realities and possibilities of social media for Doctors.
Doctors who are not on Facebook, Twitter and blogs risk becoming irrelevant; my USA Today op-ed
Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA argues that patients need Doctors online to ensure that medical information is timely and accurate. If they don’t, the information vacuum will be filled but by who and at what risk?
Social media starts the patient dialogue with doctors and nurses
Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA explains that there is no need to apologies to your doctor or nurse for wanting to take an active role in your own well being.
