Protected Health Information shall not be posted or transmitted on social media sites, such as Facebook or Twitter. Replies to patient posts should be avoided, especially if the reply will confirm PHI. Workforce Member should keep in mind that even if a patient’s name is not posted, if the patient could reasonably be identified, alone or with information obtained from other sources, the information is considered Protected Health Information. Do not use your personal social media account to discuss or communicate patient information with one of your patients, even if the patient initiated the contact or communication. Always use approved communication methods when communicating with patients about their health or treatment.
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Do not post photos or x-rays of patients; these images are the property of the College of Dentistry.
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Do not text photos or x-rays of patients.
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Sensitive or proprietary information MUST NOT be shared.
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Activity on social media should remain personal in use only.
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Use personal email account for registration.
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Personal social media relationships with patients, patient family member, etc. are prohibited.
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Remember that content is subject to interpretation.
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Report unprofessional content to the COD Director of Compliance.
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OUHSC email policies apply to files shared over social media
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TikTok
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In compliance with the Governor’s Executive Order 2022-33, effective immediately, no University employee or student shall access the TikTok application or website on University-owned or operated devices, including OU wired and wireless networks. As a result of the Executive Order, access to the TikTok platform will be blocked and cannot be accessed from the campus network.
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