5 ways Pinterest can be used for patient education

Pinterest is a good medium for patient education because many people learn best visually. Images can help convey information that would be much harder to digest in words. It can also serve as a good reference and is more shareable.

1. How the body works

Giving patients a better understanding of how the body works will help them understand problems they may have and the treatments that are available. It also helps patients better identify issues to communicate with their doctor when they know where things are, how they work and what they’re called.

2. How medical procedures work

When a patient understands how a medical procedure works, they may feel more comfortable getting it done. A patient who understands the procedure is also probably less likely to be as anxious about the procedure if they know what is going to happen. Patients can also be informed of procedures or treatment options that they may not have been familiar with before.

3. How medical devices work