Social Media Guidelines of the Styrian Medical Association [Social Media Leitlinien der Ärztekammer Steiermark]

Name of code

Social Media Guidelines of the Styrian Medical Association [Social Media Leitlinien der Ärztekammer Steiermark]

Originator of code

Styrian Medical Association [Ärztekammer Steiermark]

Country

Austria

Original language

German

Year of creation

2015

Type of code

Other

Main frame of accountability

Professional

Transparency

Public

Legal and regulatory context

Non-mandatory

Implementation and enforcement

Voluntary

Diversity

No

AI/automation

No

Abstract

The Styrian Medical Association has established Guidelines to provide orientation and recommendations for the use of various social media platforms. These guidelines emphasize the benefits of social media, including the ability to quickly access and share information, as well as engage in dialogue with interested parties without the filter of traditional media. While the guidelines are not legally binding, they serve as recommendations and advice to members of the association. The association intends to ensure that officials and employees understand the importance of professional conduct and protect themselves and the association from potential pitfalls in the social media realm.

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