Program Overview: 

*Please note this webinar is eligible for a one-hour CME/CDE/CNE continuing education credit.

Undoubtedly, social media offers various functions that may potentially enhance the dissemination of healthcare information and communication among healthcare providers and between providers and patients. But what about the risks? Like any type of technology, social media can create safety and liability issues if it is not used responsibly.

The program examines the different types and potential benefits of social media platforms, identifies legal regulations and professional guidelines affecting social media use, expores the risks of using social media, and includes various strategies to mitigate those risks.    

Learning Objectives: 

Upon the completion of this course learners will be able to:

• Examine the types of social media platforms and their popularity and proliferation in healthcare
• Describe the potential benefits of social media for organizations, providers, and consumers
• Discuss legal regulations and professional guidelines affecting social media use
• Identify various risks of using social media
• Explore strategies to mitigate risks for social media use