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Review
. 2022 Mar;18(9):1133-1141.
doi: 10.2217/fon-2021-1366. Epub 2022 Feb 3.

Netiquette for social media engagement for oncology professionals

Sara Beltrán Ponce  1 , Maura M Barry  2 , Don S Dizon  3 , Matthew S Katz  4 , Martina Murphy  5 , Eleonora Teplinsky  6 , Stacey Tinianov  7 , Deanna J Attai  8 , Merry Jennifer Markham  5
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Review

Netiquette for social media engagement for oncology professionals

Sara Beltrán Ponce et al. Future Oncol. 2022 Mar.

Abstract

Social media growth has revolutionized health care, facilitating user-friendly, rapid and global sharing of content. Within oncology, this allows for new frontiers in communication for cancer patients, caregivers and healthcare providers. As more physicians engage in online spaces, it is imperative that there are resources to assist in establishing a professional presence on social media. This article describes how to create a social media identity, best practices for engaging both in patient and caregiver spaces and professional communities, and how to address antagonistic and inappropriate behavior on social media with the goal of helping physicians develop an engaging, productive and enjoyable experience online.

Keywords: oncology social media; online etiquette; professionalism; social media.

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