How to Find Reliable Medical Advice on Social Media: A Doctor's Guide with Drs. Adam Goodcoff and J Mack Slaughter

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Scrolling through social media for health advice can feel like a minefield. Between viral wellness trends, influencers touting quick fixes, and misinformation at every turn, how can you tell who to trust?

In this episode, we sit down with doctors and digital creators Adam Goodcoff (@SeeTheMedLife) and Dr. J Mack (@Dr.JMack) to uncover how to find reliable medical advice online, why credentials matter, and how the medical community is standing up against misinformation. You’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories, practical tips for evaluating content, and how healthcare professionals are reshaping the space for the better.

Whether you’re a patient trying to sift through the noise or a medical professional wanting to sharpen your social media savvy, this episode is packed with insights that matter.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ How to identify trustworthy medical information online

✅ Red flags to watch out for when consuming health content

✅ The importance of credentials and “doing your homework”

✅ Why doctors and medical influencers are stepping up to protect the space

✅ How social media is shaping healthcare practice (and why that matters to you)

Key Takeaways:

• Not all creators are equal. Learn how to vet medical professionals online.
• Misinformation exists, but so do solutions. Find out how healthcare pros are self-policing social media.
• Good content matters. Discover the balance between education and entertainment.

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Where to Find Today’s Guests:

• Adam Goodcoff: @SeeTheMedLife
• Dr. J Mack: @Dr.JMack
• Medfluencers: @WeAreMedfluencers

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