Social media and risks for doctors

Explore the evolving standards of professionalism in medicine in this webinar led by legal and medico-legal experts, covering social media challenges, GMC guidance, and practical advice for healthcare professionals.

8 April 2025

Length: 1 hour

Watch this insightful webinar exploring the evolving standards of professionalism in medicine, particularly in the age of social media.

Led by legal expert Will Childs and facilitated by the MDU's medico-legal adviser Jerard Ross, this session covered the ethical and regulatory challenges posed by online platforms, private messaging, and professional conduct outside the workplace. 

It examined real-world cases, discussed the implications of the GMC’s latest guidance, and provided practical advice for healthcare professionals on managing risk and understanding the scope of regulatory reach into private lives.

This page was correct at publication on 08/04/2025. 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.