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Instagram in the Clinic: A New Challenge for Patient–Physician Communication

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This letter reflects on a growing trend observed in clinical practice: patients increasingly consult social media for guidance on various medical conditions before visiting their physicians. The piece highlights the opportunities and risks associated with this behavior, particularly in community hospital settings, and emphasizes the importance of clinician guidance and digital health literacy

Source: Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives

DOI: 10.55729/2000-9666.1534

Author: Jayashree Ravikumar

Institution: Government Kilpauk Medical College

Language: English

Topic: Health Literacy and Information Accessibility

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $500