Healthcare 2.0: The Impact of Social Media on Health Information

Social media has proven to be a powerful tool for connecting patients, caregivers and doctors. Blogs and niche social media sites are connecting patients dealing with disease and illness in a way that wasn’t possible just 10 years ago. This shift has empowered patients to take control of their health through the support of individuals in similar situations. How will these environments continue to evolve and what future role will they play in the treatment paradigm?

Panelists:

Charlie Schick - Senior Web Producer, Children's Hospital Boston (Moderator)

Tony Cotrupi - Principal, PARTNERS+simons

" e-Patient Dave" deBronkart - Patient Engagement Consultant and co-Chair, Society for Participatory Medicine

Ben Heywood - Co-Founder and President, PatientsLikeMe

Shwen Gwee - Lead, Digital Strategy and Social Media, Vertex Pharmaceuticals