Creating a professional, respectful, and valuable community for Nigerian medical professionals

Maintain Professional Standards

Conduct yourself as you would in any professional medical setting. Uphold the dignity of the medical profession.

Follow MDCN Guidelines

All interactions must comply with Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria professional standards and code of ethics.

Be Respectful

Treat all members with respect, even when disagreeing. Value diverse perspectives and experiences.

Critical Requirement

Patient confidentiality is paramount. Violations will result in immediate account suspension.

Never Share:

• Patient names or identifying information
• Photos or images of patients
• Specific case details that could identify individuals
• Protected health information (PHI)

When Discussing Cases:

• Anonymize all information
• Remove identifying details
• Focus on clinical learning aspects
• Obtain proper consent when necessary

What to Post:

• Professional medical discussions and questions
• Research findings and clinical updates
• Educational resources and insights
• Professional networking and collaboration
• Career advice and mentorship

What NOT to Post:

• Patient-identifying information
• Harassment, bullying, or discriminatory content
• False, misleading, or unverified medical information
• Spam, advertisements, or self-promotion without permission
• Political or religious content unrelated to medicine
• Inappropriate, offensive, or explicit material
• Copyright violations or plagiarism

Constructive Disagreement

Disagreements are natural in medical discussions. Focus on ideas, not people. Provide evidence for your positions.

Inclusive Language

Be mindful of language that may exclude or offend others based on gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or other characteristics.

Professional Tone

Avoid aggressive, confrontational, or disrespectful language. Maintain the tone you would use in a professional conference.

Evidence-Based

Support medical claims with evidence. Cite sources when possible.

Acknowledge Uncertainty

Medicine involves uncertainty. It's acceptable to say "I don't know" or "More research is needed."

Correct Errors

If you realize you've posted incorrect information, promptly correct it.

Permitted

Sharing educational opportunities, job postings (with permission), and professional services relevant to the community.

Not Permitted

Unsolicited advertising, spam, pyramid schemes, or aggressive self-promotion.

Disclosure

Disclose any conflicts of interest or financial relationships when discussing products or services.

Respect copyright and intellectual property rights. Don't share copyrighted materials without permission. Give credit when sharing others' work.

If you see content that violates these guidelines:

• Use the "Report" button on posts or comments
• Provide specific details about the violation
• Do not engage with or amplify problematic content

Our moderation team reviews all reports promptly.

Violations may result in:

• Content removal
• Warning notification
• Temporary suspension
• Permanent account termination
• Reporting to MDCN for serious violations

The severity of action depends on the nature and frequency of violations.

If you have questions about these guidelines or wish to appeal a moderation decision, contact us at: guidelines@doctors.ng

Remember: We're all colleagues working to advance healthcare in Nigeria. Let's build a community we're proud to be part of.