Risks and Benefits of Using Social Media in Dermatology: Cross-sectional Questionnaire Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Dermatological information on social media is often presented by nondermatologists. Increasing the online engagement of trained dermatologists may improve information quality, patient education, and care.

Objective

Our study assesses dermatologists' perceptions of social media and patterns of use to identify barriers limiting engagement.

Methods

In our cohort study, a 36-item online survey was distributed to dermatologists in the United States; responses were captured on a 1-100 sliding scale.

Results

Of 166 initiated surveys, 128 valid responses were submitted. Dermatologists showed greater concern for social media risk-related issues (mean 77.9, SD 15.1) than potential benefits (mean 61.8, SD 16.4; P<.001). Leading concerns were poor patient care,

SUBMITTER: Bressler MY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10334963 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature