Should Scottish physicians be afraid of social engagement? This piece on the perils of public dialog would make it appear that way. I though it would interesting to add some in-line commentary. The bold is the original story with my commentary immediately following. Doctors who interact with patients on social media risk blurring the boundaries of the ... Continue Reading about Scottish Physicians and Fear-Based Information
Is Social Media Over?
Or is it just part of the background? Cyber-swami Fred Wilson has suggested that ‘the social media phase’ of the internet is over. This is important because so many within my reach continue to proselytize on social tools as the next big thing. And despite the vast numbers of technologically frightened physicians who continue to play catch-up, none of this is new ... Continue Reading about Is Social Media Over?
Essentialism
Instead of resolutions in years past I have chosen to identify words that would define my approach to the coming year. This year I have decided to choose one word : Essentialism. This powerful word is the title of a book, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less, by Greg McKeown that occupied much of my thinking over the month of December. The basic value ... Continue Reading about Essentialism
Chinese Public Physicians Gone Wild
When it comes to patient privacy and public platforms, it would appear that some Chinese physicians remain in the dark. In a bizarre demonstration of clinical conquest, this group mugged for a surgical selfie which fortunately created a backlash. You can read the full story over at WSJ | China. Apparently the surgeon-in-charge has not read The Public Physician. ... Continue Reading about Chinese Public Physicians Gone Wild
How a Doctor Can Improve His Digital Footprint in One Hour
Doctor’s are almost universally concerned with how they appear online. And almost universally, few have the time to invest in content creation, curation and conversation. At a minimum physicians should be building out their public facing profiles. Claiming these profiles represents a quick and reliable way to control an important piece of the digital landscape - ... Continue Reading about How a Doctor Can Improve His Digital Footprint in One Hour
(How) Should Patients be Present at Medical Meetings?
After reading Lucien Engelen’s BMJ editorial this past summer, I couldn’t help but think: Should patients be present at all medical meetings? Or better: Is there ever a time and place where doctors should meet without patients? The e-patient voice is critical. But, as important, we must think about where that voice best fits. We must move beyond they have to be ... Continue Reading about (How) Should Patients be Present at Medical Meetings?