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Dermatology organizations and journals are absent on Snapchat, a popular social media platform. While plastic surgeons use it, dermatologists could leverage Snapchat for patient education and marketing to younger audiences.

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Area of Science:

  • Social Media Analysis
  • Dermatology Communication

Background:

  • Snapchat, launched in 2011, has rapidly grown to over 158 million daily active users.
  • Social media platforms are increasingly utilized for professional and patient engagement in healthcare.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the presence and utilization of dermatology-related content on the social media platform Snapchat.
  • To identify which dermatology entities or professionals are active on Snapchat.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic search was conducted for Snapchat accounts of top dermatology journals, professional organizations, and patient advocacy groups.
  • The presence of individual dermatologists and plastic surgeons on the platform was also assessed.

Main Results:

  • No accounts were found for major dermatology journals, professional organizations, or patient advocate groups.
  • Plastic surgeons were the primary medical specialists identified on Snapchat, with one prominent dermatologist also noted.
  • The ephemeral nature of Snapchat content ("snaps") may deter formal organizations from using the platform.

Conclusions:

  • Dermatology professional bodies and journals have not yet established a presence on Snapchat.
  • Snapchat presents a potential, albeit underutilized, avenue for dermatologists to engage with and educate Millennial demographics.
  • The platform could serve as a unique marketing tool for dermatology practices targeting younger populations.