Social Media Specialist
Edited by Jayanth Sridhar, MD
From journals to feeds: The evolution of research dissemination
Peer review remains the gold standard for validation—but is no longer the sole driver of influence.
The rise of AI influencers
We’ll soon need to critically evaluate who—or what—is speaking online.
From microphones to microlearning
How the digital classroom continues to transform ophthalmic education.
Social media, current events and the physician’s voice in 2025
It might be best to pause and reflect before you post something online.
Social media, boundaries and the retina specialist in 2025
As a physician, how you show up online matters.
Incorporating AI into your retina practice
This tool can offer value in many areas, from creating patient education materials to bridging language barriers.
Prepping for the Deepfake Era...Retina Style
We have to stay vigilant in the realm of medical and scientific images.
Deciphering the latest FDA misinformation guidelines
We must try to strike a balance between overregulation and no regulation at all.
Home is where the heart is, but ...
... it can also be where shared pain and understanding are in the form of a social media community.
TikTok on The Clock ...
A crash course in becoming a retinal education TikTok star.
Total Eclipse of the Heart
The recent eclipse highlighted the need for reliable retina information online.
What does it mean to be an influencer?
In today’s world, any retinal specialist can become an influencer.
Social Media Spring Cleaning for 2024
Spring cleaning is nearly here, so be prepared to organize all the clutter on those social media profiles.
Be positive, but not too positive
Presumably perfect online lives can make readers feel inadequate. Keep that in mind when consuming or posting online content.
Pharma marketing and social media
Some thoughts on avoiding the pharmaceutical digital marketing group-think.
Don’t be a Dr. Octopus
Take charge of your social media use so it doesn’t overtake your thoughts like the villain in Spider-Man 2.
The physician as social media vanguard
When social media, public education and human rights collide, what is the physician’s responsibility?
Climate change and social media
Exploring the axis of access: Pollution, health outcomes and your social media account.
The upsides of social media
A reminder of how we can benefit patients and communities by promoting health literacy and justice.
Burnish your online presence
A look at three essential tools that can boost your social media productivity.
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