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Derek Clewley: Misinformation in Research and Social Media

Derek Clewley is a physical therapist with recognition as a recognized as a fellow of AAOMPT, assistant director for Duke’s Center of Excellence in Manual and Manipulative Therapy, assistant professor in Orthopaedic surgery and educator at Evidence in Motion, and lately a researcher with interests in dry needling, manual therapy and pain science.

Episode Takeaways

  • Misinformation is not a good thing
  • Duke’s Evidence-Based Practice Course Series 
  • Resources to find quality information… even in social media
  • Differentiating between quality information and quick information  

Three Questions

  • Who is someone the audience should follow to learn more about today’s topic? Seth Peterson 
  • Where is a good place to start in the appraisal of research? Medbridge, TrustMe-Ed, medical librarians 
  • Why should people care about this episode/topic? Instead of leading to frustration receiving misinformation, understand what is the difference between misinformation and trusted resources 

Parting Shot

“For a lot of PTs, getting to PT Pintcast is one piece of a pinnacle in a career. So thanks for having me.” – Derek Clewley 

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