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Social Media and Communication Technology: New “Friends” in Healthcare

See on Scoop.itHealth Care Social Media Monitor

OJIN: The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing is a peer-reviewed publication that provides a forum for discussion of the issues inherent in current topics of interest to nurses and other health care professionals. The intent of this journal is to present different views on issues that affect nursing research, education, and practice, thus enabling readers to understand the full complexity of a topic. The interactive format of the journal encourages a dynamic dialogue resulting in a comprehensive discussion of the topic, thereby building up the body of nursing knowledge and suggesting policy implications that enhance the health of the public. The journal is indexed by Medline, CINAHL and Scopus.

Marie Ennis-O’Connor‘s insight:

Excellent article

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Twitter Moves Markets: Can It Impact Disease?

For those who are engaged in social media, nothing is more powerful than an active Twitter account. Twitter demands engagement and fosters a sense of community. Medicine, although quick to adopt many new technologies has been slow to embrace social media outlets and, in particular, Twitter.

“The ability to share ideas and information in 140 characters provides a unique platform for physicians to communicate with one another, with patients and with the world. Twitter allows physicians to teach, to counsel, to support and to dispel rumors and myths. Twitter allows physicians from different parts of the world to consult with one another and share knowledge in order to determine the best treatment plan for a particular disease process or patient. Twitter affords patients with an opportunity to connect with other patients who may have similar medical problems and challenges.” Kevin Campbell M.D.

See on drkevincampbellmd.wordpress.com

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Policing The Internet: Physician Behavior In Cyberspace

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Social Media is the final frontier for the doctor-patient relationship.  As physicians and healthcare providers we are held to high behavioral standards.  In addition, legal considerations abound in medicine today and will continue to be an issue until our country addresses tort reform.  As a profession, we must develop standards for online behavior based on good judgement and common sense.  In addition, we must learn to embrace the power of social media and maximize its potential positive impacts on our patients and our profession.

Marie Ennis-O’Connor‘s insight:

"In spite of the potential pitfalls of social media, I believe that reaching out to patients and colleagues via cyberspace is the future of medicine and will positively impact our ability to provide healthcare in the future." Kevin R. Campbell, MD, FACC

See on www.thedoctorweighsin.com