Anti-social media

James Stevenson
The use - and misuse - of social media can have unfortunate repercussions for doctors.

“Regardless of whether a patient is or is not identifiable, you should never post views or comments that would be seen as inappropriate or bringing the profession into disrepute.”

This page was correct at publication on 12/08/2015. Any guidance is intended as general guidance for members only. If you are a member and need specific advice relating to your own circumstances, please contact one of our advisers.

James Stevenson
MDU Solicitor

LLB James is a solicitor in the MDU's in house Legal Department. He was a partner at a leading clinical negligence firm before joining the MDU in 2013 and has a wide experience of claims and regulatory matters, with a particular interest in complex oncology cases and inquest work.