The Weekly Scoop #26 – Best Practices in Healthcare Social Media

Doctors and the Old Twitter

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“But Twitter seems to be evolving from a curious toy to a more focused space of sharing among the like-minded. I see new docs play out this broader evolution of Twitter: near obsessive early preoccupation gives way to the question of how it can actually work for them. Experimentation with relationships gives way to connections that are more likely to give us what we really need.”

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Why Some Older Adults Use the Internet for Health Information

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Boomers, seniors and the elderly are increasingly turning to the Internet to seek health information. Their searches and their general online activity is helping to shape and re-define what online health information really is.

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Social Networking Researcher Studies Physicians, Influence

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This interesting study looks to investigate the influence that physicians have on one another via social networking. It looks to study how physician networks may affect referral relationships, the delivery and quality of healthcare.

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“Healthcare Social Media in Practice” is our pick of the week display of great social media execution in the healthcare industry

Premier Vein Centers Hudson Valley

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Premier Vein Centers Hudson Valley

This well established, multi-location medical practice has recently expanded its web presence to include a new, sleek and dynamic, Web 2.0 site design that’s complete with extensive patient information, “before and after” images, and easy navigation. However, in addition to the beautiful new site that’s at the core of their online presence, Premier Vein Centers has spread their web footprint to include Facebook and Twitter … each seamlessly connected to their blog for easy management.

Big Disclaimer: We’re very proud of providing Dr. Arlen Fleischer and Premier Vein Centers with their online presence services.

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