Who is more likely to use doctor-rating websites, and why? A cross-sectional study in London.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To explore the extent to which doctor-rating websites are known and used among a sample of respondents from London. To understand the main predictors of what makes people willing to use doctor-rating websites.

Design

A cross-sectional study.

Setting

The Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, London, England.

Participants

200 individuals from the borough.

Main outcome measures

The likelihood of being aware of doctor-rating websites and the intention to use doctor-rating websites.

Results

The use and awareness of doctor-rating websites are still quite limited. White British subjects, as well as respondents with higher income are less likely to use doctor-rating websites. Aspects of the doctor-patient relationship also play a key role in expla

SUBMITTER: Galizzi MM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3532991 | biostudies-literature | 2012

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature