Use and Influence of Social Media on the Private Practice of Plastic Surgeons in Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT: Today, social media platforms are more popular than ever in Saudi Arabia. Despite the influence of social media on patients' decisions to undergo cosmetic surgery, it is still unclear how social media platforms affect the private practice of plastic surgeons around Saudi Arabia. This study aimed to assess Saudi plastic surgeons' use of social media and its impact on their practices.

Methods

The study was based on a self-administered questionnaire that was built on previous literature and distributed to practicing Saudi plastic surgeons. A survey consisting of 12 items was conducted to assess patterns of social media use and its impact on plastic surgery practice.

Results

This study included 61 participants. Thirty-four surgeons (55.7%) were using social media platforms in the

SUBMITTER: Mortada H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10287126 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature