Social Media in Surgery. Issue 7 (July 2021)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Harrell, Kevin N.; Vervoort, Dominique; Luc, Jessica G.Y.; Tracy, Brett M.; Daniel Stanley, John
• Is Part Of: American surgeon. Volume 87:Issue 7(2021)
• Page Start: 1021
• Page End: 1024
• Publication Date: 2021-07
• Subjects: social media -- education; Surgery -- Periodicals; Surgery -- United States -- Periodicals; 617.0973
• DOI: 10.1177/0003134820972979
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0003-1348

Abstract

Social media has become a permeating form of communication with billions of daily users. Twitter in particular has become a tool for the surgical community to engage with other providers, as well as patients, through active online discussions, sharing of research, and highlighting opportunities for community outreach. Twitter can help with personal branding, mentorship, and international collaboration on multiple types of academic endeavors. Likewise, institutional and residency programs can harness the power of social media to develop an online presence and aid in resident recruitment.