When used effectively, social media can be a powerful tool to share accurate health information and emergent public health updates.
Social media has emerged as a popular and cost-effective form of communication that health care professionals can use to complement patient care and enhance patients’ health care experiences. As trusted and reliable sources of medical information, physicians can leverage social media platforms to accurately educate patients and the public on important health issues as well as mitigate misinformation.
The following resources have been gleaned by the AOA’s Strategic Partnerships and Health Initiatives to assist osteopathic physicians with effectively using social media as an educational tool.
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