The impact of social media presence, age, and patient reported wait times on physician review websites for sports medicine surgeons

OBJECTIVEThe purpose of this study was to assess the impact of certain demographics, social media usage, and physician review website variables for spine surgeons across Healthgrades.com (Healthgrades), Vitals.com (Vitals), and Google.com (Google).METHODSThrough a directory of registered North American Spine Society (NASS) physicians, we identified spine surgeons practicing in Texas (107 neurosurgery trained, 192 orthopedic trained). Three physician rating websites (Healthgrades, Vitals, Google) were accessed to obtain surgeon demographics, training history, practice setting, number of ratings/reviews, and overall score (January 2, 2018–January 16, 2018). Using only the first 10 search results from Google.com, we then identified whether the surgeon had a website presence or an accessible social media account on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Instagram.RESULTSPhysicians with either a personal or institutional website had a higher overall rating on Healthgrades compared to those who did not have a website (p < 0.01). Nearly all spine surgeons had a personal or institutional website (90.3%), and at least 1 accessible social media account was recorded for 43.5% of the spine surgeons in our study cohort (39.5% Facebook, 10.4% Twitter, 2.7% Instagram). Social media presence was not significantly associated with overall ratings across all 3 sites, but it did significantly correlate with more comments on Healthgrades. In multivariable analysis, increasing surgeon age was significantly associated with a lower overall rating across all 3 review sites (p < 0.05). Neurosurgeons had higher overall ratings on Vitals (p = 0.04). Longer wait times were significantly associated with a lower overall rating on Healthgrades (p < 0.0001). Overall ratings from all 3 websites correlated significantly with each other, indicating agreement between physician ratings across different platforms.CONCLUSIONSLonger wait times, increasing physician age, and the absence of a website are indicative of lower online review scores for spine surgeons. Neurosurgery training correlated with a higher overall review score on Vitals. Having an accessible social media account does not appear to influence scores, but it is correlated with increased patient feedback on Healthgrades. Identification of ways to optimize patients’ perception of care are important in the future of performance-based medicine.

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OHNS Residency Program and Applicant Social Media Presence During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Annals of Otology Rhinology & Laryngology ◽

10.1177/0003489420987977 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 000348942098797

Author(s):

Shadi Ahmadmehrabi ◽

Deborah X. Xie ◽

Bryan K. Ward ◽

Paul C. Bryson ◽

Patrick Byrne

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

The United States ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Application Process ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Residency Programs ◽

Social Media Presence ◽

Residency Application ◽

The Impact ◽

Residency Match

Objectives: In addition to clinical and social disruption, the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has affected many aspects of the otolaryngology residency application process. With delays in the 2021 Electronic Residency Applications Service (ERAS) timeline, students and programs have had more time to interact prior to the formal application process. This communication will report recent trends in social media presence by OHNS residency programs, and discuss mechanisms to compensate for decreased applicant-program interactions using social media ahead of the 2021 Match. Methods: In a cross-sectional study of the accredited otolaryngology residency programs in the United States, the number of social media profiles on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook from 2009 to 2019 were recorded and compared. Results: Most programs (61%) have at least 1 social media profile. Over the past 10 years, the number of programs on social media has increased. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Twitter and Instagram showed higher rates of growth compared to Facebook. With the reduction of in-person opportunities for interactions, both applicants and programs are utilizing social media to showcase their values and their research. Twitter, in particular, also serves as a platform for professional networking. Conclusion: Both Twitter and Instagram are growing in popularity among programs and applicants to enhance networking. Social media is a powerful tool for networking and may help compensate for limitations imposed on the residency match process by the COVID-19 pandemic while maintaining professionalism considerations. The impact of social media on the 2021 otolaryngology residency match is an evolving phenomenon.

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Do Social Media Matter? Initial Empirical Evidence

Journal of Information Systems ◽

10.2308/isys-50995 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 29 (2) ◽

pp. 51-70 ◽

Cited By ~ 17

Author(s):

Hui Du ◽

Wei Jiang

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Firm Performance ◽

Positive Impact ◽

Data Availability ◽

Social Media Platform ◽

Media Technologies ◽

The Social ◽

Media Platform ◽

Social Media Presence ◽

The Impact

ABSTRACT This paper examines the association between firm performance and social media. Based on a sample of S&P 1500 firms, the study finds that firms with a social media presence are more highly valued by the market and have higher future financial performance. Further analysis indicates that the impact of social media on firm performance varies depending on the social media platform involved. Finally, using a restricted sample of Global 100 firms, the study finds some evidence that a higher level of social media engagement is associated with higher firm performance. Overall, these findings provide consistent evidence of the positive impact of social media technologies on firm performance. Data Availability: All data are available from public sources.

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Using Patient-Reported Outcome Measurement Information System Computer Adaptive Testing Domains to Investigate the Impact of Obesity on Physical Function, Pain Interference, and Mental Health in Sports Medicine Patients

Journal of Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome ◽

10.7570/jomes.2019.28.4.246 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 28 (4) ◽

pp. 246-253

Author(s):

Jacob W Blanchett ◽

Noah A Kuhlmann ◽

Mohsin S Fidai ◽

Peter A Borowsky ◽

Stephanie J Muh ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Information System ◽

Physical Function ◽

Sports Medicine ◽

Outcome Measurement ◽

Patient Reported Outcome ◽

Measurement Information ◽

Patient Reported ◽

Measurement Information System ◽

The Impact

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MP32-17 THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE ON ONLINE CONSUMER RATINGS AND SURGICAL VOLUME AMONG CALIFORNIA UROLOGISTS

The Journal of Urology ◽

10.1016/j.juro.2017.02.992 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 197 (4S) ◽

Author(s):

Justin Houman ◽

James Weinberger ◽

Ashley Caron ◽

Joe Thum ◽

Devin Patel ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Surgical Volume ◽

Consumer Ratings ◽

Online Consumer ◽

Social Media Presence ◽

The Impact

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The role of social media in communication about food risks

British Food Journal ◽

10.1108/bfj-07-2015-0272 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 119 (3) ◽

pp. 453-467 ◽

Cited By ~ 10

Author(s):

Julie Henderson ◽

Annabelle M. Wilson ◽

Trevor Webb ◽

Dean McCullum ◽

Samantha B. Meyer ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Food Industry ◽

Consumer Trust ◽

Accurate Information ◽

Structured Interviews ◽

Content Type ◽

News Stories ◽

Social Media Presence ◽

The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the views of journalists, food regulators and the food industry representatives on the impact of social media on communication about food risk. The authors identify how journalists/media actors use social media in identifying and creating news stories arguing that food regulators need to maintain a social media presence to ensure that accurate information about food safety is disseminated via social media. Design/methodology/approach Data were collected through 105 semi-structured interviews. Findings While food regulators and representatives of the food industry identify advantages of social media including two-way communication and speed of transmission of information, they maintain concerns about information provided via social media fearing the potential for loss of control of the information and sensationalism. There is evidence, however, that media actors use social media to identify food stories, to find sources, gauge public opinion and to provide a human interest angle. Practical implications While there are commonalities between the three groups, concerns with social media reflect professional roles. Food regulators need to be aware of how media actors use social media and maintain a social media presence. Further, they need to monitor other sources to maintain consumer trust. Originality/value This paper adds to public debate through comparing the perspectives of the three groups of respondents each that have their own agendas which impact how they interact with and use social media.

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Fellowship Training Is a Significant Predictor of Sports Medicine Physician Social Media Presence

Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation ◽

10.1016/j.asmr.2020.09.010 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. e199-e204

Author(s):

Brian LaGrant ◽

Sergio M. Navarro ◽

Jacob Becker ◽

Hashim Shaikh ◽

Irvin Sulapas ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Sports Medicine ◽

Fellowship Training ◽

Medicine Physician ◽

Social Media Presence

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The impact of social media presence and board member composition on new venture success: Evidences from VC-backed U.S. startups

Technological Forecasting and Social Change ◽

10.1016/j.techfore.2020.120098 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 157 ◽

pp. 120098

Author(s):

Peter A. Gloor ◽

Andrea Fronzetti Colladon ◽

Francesca Grippa ◽

Beth Marie Hadley ◽

Stephanie Woerner

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Board Member ◽

New Venture ◽

Social Media Presence ◽

The Impact

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PARENTS AND ATHLETES PERCEIVE PAIN AND PEER RELATIONSHIPS DIFFERENTLY: EARLY RESULTS OF A PROMIS DYAD STUDY

Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine ◽

10.1177/2325967121s00064 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (7_suppl3) ◽

pp. 2325967121S0006

Author(s):

Corinna C Franklin ◽

Kevin Moran ◽

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Keyword(s):

Upper Extremity ◽

Peer Relationships ◽

Sports Medicine ◽

Outcome Measurement ◽

Clinical Care ◽

Hospital System ◽

Early Results ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Patient Reported ◽

The Impact

Introduction: Parents/caregivers are a crucial part of young athletes’ support systems, as their beliefs can have a profound effect on the athletes’ treatment and recovery. However, it is unknown to what degree sports medicine patients and their parents/caregivers are in agreement about their function. We recently instituted the use of a Patient Reported Outcome Measurement Information System (PROMIS) for all patients in our hospital system. In this study, we propose to use PROMIS scores to evaluate whether parents/caregivers have the same perception of their child’s function as the child them self. This is a report of our early findings from one site. Methods: IRB approval was obtained for this study. Patients already take PROMIS evaluations as part of their clinical care. After obtaining informed consent, one parent (ideally the primary caregiver) per patient at one visit took the parent-proxy version of PROMIS, in which the parent is asked to answer identical questions on the child’s behalf, without consulting either the patient or their physician. PROMIS domains included mobility, upper extremity, pain, and peer relationships. All parent-child dyads were through sports medicine clinic with an injury or diagnosis related to sports medicine. Patients and parents were compared using independent samples t-tests. Results: Twenty-four ( n=24) patient-parent dyads were included in this analysis. Fourteen patients ( n=14) were female and n=10 male. Sixteen patient/parent ( n=16) dyads had similar genders and n=8 were opposite genders. There were significant differences between the patient and their parent for both the pain and peer relationship domains ( p=0.02 for both). Parents rated the patients’ pain as more severe ( M=48.1, SD = 9.3) than the patient rated their own pain ( M=42.2, SD=7.3). Parents also rated the patients’ peer relationships as worse/more affected ( M=53.0, SD=9.4) than did the patients themselves ( M=58.9, SD=7.2). No significant differences were found for the mobility and upper extremity domains, p>0.05. There was no significant difference in concordance between same or opposite gender dyads, p>0.05. Conclusion: Early results of this study suggest that parents rate athletes with sports injuries as having more pain and worse/more affected peer relationships than do the athletes themselves. Further study is required to elucidate the impact of this difference on athletes’ performance and recovery.

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