Impact of social media for the hematologist/oncologist

In the era of modern communication, the physician and patient relationship has evolved to include an entirely new dimension —social media. This new dimension offers several opportunities for patient education, research and its dissemination, and professional development for health care providers; it can also serve as a platform for addressing important public health issues. However, these advantages come with challenge s such as threats to patient and professional privacy. In this article, we dissect the benefits and drawbacks of this social evolution on the practicing hematologist-oncologist.
Source: Seminars in Hematology - Category: Hematology Authors: Source Type: research