Your Online Presence

Abstract

Many patients and healthcare workers use social media platforms to exchange and to search for information. It’s kind of like a cocktail party where everyone can mingle and access each other’s conversations. This chapter will explore the benefits of joining this party, how to get started on creating a profile, where to go to post content, and how to mind your manners on social media. Three common purposes of using social media as a healthcare professional are to advocate, to educate, and to collaborate. Many online connections have the potential to become real-life opportunities to mentor or be mentored, to write, and to speak. Curating an online presence is an excellent way to network and to advance your career.