Evaluating the modern means of online socializing in the medical field: A study

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Published: Sep 30, 2021
DOI: https://doi.org/10.70921/medev.v27i3.1123
Keywords:
social media interaction, medical activity, social media platforms

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R.M. Cosoroabă
Department I, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara, Romania
A.D. Tănase
Department I, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara, Romania
L. Todor
Department of Dental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University of Oradea, Romania
O.L. Stana-Gag
Faculty of Dental Medicine, Vasile Goldis Western University, Arad, Romania
I.E. Lile
Faculty of Dental Medicine, Vasile Goldis Western University, Arad, Romania
S.A. Todor
dentist doctor, private medical office, Oradea, Romania
R.A. Popovici
Department I, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara, Romania

Abstract

Aim and purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the social media interaction in the medical activity in the last decade. Materials and methods: we conducted a retrospective observational study between January and March 2021, inquiring 24 doctors using semi-structured interviews. Results: WhatsApp and Facebook social media platforms proved to be the most widely used among healthcare professionals. Conclusions: The use of social media platforms for professional information has advantages and disadvantages, being a relatively new mean of obtaining relevant healthcare advice.

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Vol. 27 No. 3 (2021): Volume XXVII, No. 3/2021
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