“If people have the right to spread disinformation on social media, then it’s equally my right to spread information”
Dr. Ryan Marino is a medical Toxicologist and a power voice against medical disinformation on social media. We discuss the multiple roles a toxicologist plays, the battle against “detox” products, & pushing back against false narratives on social media. Ryan is outstanding at this work, there is much to learn from him. #DoctorsSpeakUp
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Key Learnings
Managing “the poisoned patient” as a medical Toxicologist
The wonder of Poison Control
What makes up bread and butter clinical toxicology
Engaging with the public as a toxicologist and the level of understanding
The insidious way “toxins” have infiltrated public discourse
What techniques has Ryan found helpful in discussing vaccines with people who are hesitant and what to avoid
Why Ryan is so committed to pushing back against false narratives on Twitter
Recognizing that changing one mind and impacting one person’s behavior is a tremendous victory
Links
Twitter @ryanmarino
American College of Medical Toxicology website