Social Media Use Among Young Rheumatologists and Basic Scientists: results of an International Survey by the Emerging Eular Network (EMEUNET)

摘要: Objectives To explore perceptions, barriers and patterns of social media (SM) use among rheumatology fellows basic scientists. Methods An online survey was disseminated via Twitter, Facebook by email to members the Emerging European League Against Rheumatism Network. Questions focused on general demographics, frequency types SM use, reasons use. Results Of 233 respondents (47 countries), 72% were aged 30–39 years, 66% female. 83% active users at least one platform 71% using professionally. The majority used for communicating with friends/colleagues (79%), news updates (76%), entertainment (69%), clinical (50%) research (48%) updates. dominant (91%). reported be information (81%); expanding professional networks (76%); new resources (59%); learning skills (47%) establishing a presence (46%). 30% non-SM justified not due lack knowledge. Conclusions There substantial rheumatologists scientists reasons. highlights need providing increasing awareness SM. This could enhance communication, participation collaborative work, enabling its more widespread in manner.