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December 22, 2009

Social Media: Finding Credible Info On the Internet

Health information on the internet is often not credible. Authority figures are scarce on the internet. I would recommend reading from credible authorities and learning to be critical readers. Use of the internet should augment your relationship with your doctor and not be a substitute for a health provider.

January 18, 2010

MLK Had a Vision…RetinaEyeDoctor Has an…Idea

Today is my 150th post. Today is MLK Day. He had a great dream. I've only a few ideas as I reflect on my last 9 months of RetinaEyeDoctor.com.

February 25, 2010

Patients Abuse the Internet

Patients use the Internet searching for health information. Doctors are afraid to provide information confusing this with medical advice. Doctors could use the Internet to provide credible sources of information.

April 19, 2012

This Doctor's View on Social Media and Medicine

We're off to Chicago this weekend to participate on a roundtable to discuss what I've learned from this blog and social media.