EPISODE · Jun 13, 2026 · 39 MIN
Social Media HIPPA Mistake
from Medical School with Dr. Moss · host Dr. Stephanie Moss
In this video, I share a personal experience of making a HIPAA mistake in medicine and the valuable lessons I learned from it. As a doctor who is active online, I understand the importance of maintaining medical ethics and upholding the standards of the medical profession, especially when it comes to digital doctor-patient interactions. I discuss how medical content creators, including med students and future doctors, can navigate the complexities of medical ethics and avoid common pitfalls, such as spreading misinformation and disinformation. Whether you're a physician online, part of a hospital's honor council, or simply a medical enthusiast, this video aims to provide a comprehensive guide on how to balance online presence with the responsibilities of being a medical professional, all while adhering to HIPAA guidelines and promoting a positive online presence for Futuremd professionals. By sharing my own experiences and insights, I hope to contribute to the ongoing conversation about ethics in medicine and provide a valuable resource for medical professionals looking to establish themselves online as a digital doctor or doctor guide.00:00 Social Media in Medicine00:05 The X-Ray Mistake00:50 Talk Overview01:44 Disclosures And Sponsorships02:41 Objectives And Stakes03:59 The Case Story06:11 Honor Council Fallout07:52 Strategy One HIPAA Basics10:29 Strategy Two Consent Forms13:25 Strategy Three Education First16:39 Where To Share Content20:01 Why Social Media Matters22:03 Misinformation And Ethics23:57 Institutional Guidelines27:53 Personal Accounts And VA Rules29:35 Dr G Social Media Guide32:45 Handling Trolls34:46 Build Better Guidelines36:23 Q And A Closing Thoughts37:47 Collaboration Across Professions39:38 Final Thanks
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In this video, I share a personal experience of making a HIPAA mistake in medicine and the valuable lessons I learned from it. As a doctor who is active online, I understand the importance of maintaining medical ethics and upholding the standards of the medical profession, especially when it comes to digital doctor-patient interactions. I discuss how medical content creators, including med students and future doctors, can navigate the complexities of medical ethics and avoid common pitfalls, such as spreading misinformation and disinformation. Whether you're a physician online, part of a hospital's honor council, or simply a medical enthusiast, this video aims to provide a comprehensive guide on how to balance online presence with the responsibilities of being a medical professional, all while adhering to HIPAA guidelines and promoting a positive online presence for Futuremd professionals. By sharing my own experiences and insights, I hope to contribute to the ongoing conversation about ethics in medicine and provide a valuable resource for medical professionals looking to establish themselves online as a digital doctor or doctor guide.00:00 Social Media in Medicine00:05 The X-Ray Mistake00:50 Talk Overview01:44 Disclosures And Sponsorships02:41 Objectives And Stakes03:59 The Case Story06:11 Honor Council Fallout07:52 Strategy One HIPAA Basics10:29 Strategy Two Consent Forms13:25 Strategy Three Education First16:39 Where To Share Content20:01 Why Social Media Matters22:03 Misinformation And Ethics23:57 Institutional Guidelines27:53 Personal Accounts And VA Rules29:35 Dr G Social Media Guide32:45 Handling Trolls34:46 Build Better Guidelines36:23 Q And A Closing Thoughts37:47 Collaboration Across Professions39:38 Final Thanks
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