As medical information becomes more readily available online but fact-checking becomes less common, physicians face a critical question: where can they find trustworthy content amid the ever-growing online media landscape?
A recent study by phamax Digital and G-Med demonstrates a shift in the way that physicians seek out medical information. Without vetting processes, unverified and misleading content prevails and the credibility of health-related information on general social media platforms becomes a pressing concern. In contrast, HCP-only networks, like G-Med, offer a community of verified healthcare professionals, ensuring professional, high-quality medical content and discussions.
📊 Key Findings:
•51.2% of physicians express low confidence in general social media for medical information.
•58.1% now prefer HCP-only digital networks for regular updates.
•51.2% of physicians favor short-form articles and 39.5% prefer videos under 5 minutes, emphasizing the need for concise, engaging content that fits into busy schedules.
•G-Med stands out with over 50% of physicians engaging daily and over 35% interacting monthly.
In summary, while concerns remain about the credibility of generic social media platforms, physician-only networks like G-Med offer a trusted space for medical professionals to connect, learn, and collaborate.
To learn more about these trends and how they can apply to the healthcare advertising world, check out our blog post on the study here: https://lnkd.in/d9D92prd
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Associate Director, Talent Acquisition at Omnicom Health Group
1moSo very exciting!!