Johann Dela Paz, Mark Merolli, Aminat Abolade, Freya Rodger, Joshua Zadro
Session outline:
This session will explore both the opportunities and challenges presented by social media in the field of physiotherapy, from promoting research and education to navigating ethical concerns and misinformation.
Learning objective 1:
Understand how to effectively use social media platforms to advocate for the physiotherapy profession and engage with patients and the broader healthcare community.
Learning objective 2:
Understand the ethical implications of using social media in professional practice, including confidentiality, professional boundaries, and responsible content sharing.
Learning objective 3:
Identify strategies for recognising and addressing misinformation on social media related, ensuring that content shared aligns with evidence-based practices.
Primary topic:
Professional issues
References/resources:
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Using social media to connect, facilitate communication, and practice knowledge translation
Do infographics ‘spin’ the findings of health and medical research?
