The rivalry between eCommerce and traditional brick-and-mortar merchants not only changed the way we shop but also influenced how we function in everyday life. The instrumental role of mobile technology must also be acknowledged for its part in this transformation. Many industries outside of the retail market experienced the effects of these shifts, including the…
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Why Online Reputation for Doctors is a Priceless Asset
On a grand scale, word of mouth doctor referrals have been replaced with internet browsing. Instead of asking a trusted neighbor or family friends, patients now look online for patient feedback, including social media and online reviews. In fact, the 2022 Healthcare Trends Report revealed that 72 percent of consumers read online ratings and reviews…
Patient Journey Examples to Steer Your Digital Strategy
Today’s healthcare patient journey is much different than it was just a few decades ago. Individuals now begin their patient care journey online, gathering information from multiple digital sources. At every step, patients experience touchpoints, from their first encounter with your website to reading online reviews and on to their experiences as a new patient….
How Providing Educational Resources Cultivates a Better Patient Experience
As patients act more like consumers, they assume more control over their medical decisions. Having a patient population that is more engaged in care planning works in the provider’s favor when it leads to better care outcomes. Being proactive to educate your patients on their health matters can help encourage patient engagement and demonstrate your…
The Beginners Social Media Strategy Guide for Medical Practices
Does it matter if a medical practice actively participates in social media? Platforms like Facebook and TikTok are predominantly viewed as a source of entertainment, but there is more to it. For many, social media is a primary source for information, creating an opportunity for healthcare organizations of all kinds to be a source of credible…
Dental Marketing Strategies to Revitalize Your Practice
How many dentists do patients have to choose from in your area? It has been reported that for every 1,639 people, there is one dentist. Some dentists will have more competitors in their area than others, but promoting your dental practice is how any dental practice can stand out in the local market. Tools for…
Grow Your Medical Practice Through Digital Marketing in 2023
Doctors and medical practice managers in crowded markets soon realize how hard it can be to stand out from the pack and attract new patients. Meanwhile, some practices don’t yet realize how much they could grow their patient base if they would only invest in building an online presence. With digital marketing, you can grow…
The Essential Website Design Features List for Medical Practices
When in search of a new doctor, most healthcare consumers do their homework before they decide to schedule a new patient appointment. In fact, a recent survey found that 80% of respondents use the internet for healthcare-related searches. This means that your website design plays a critical role in attracting new patients by how well…
Why Medical SEO Is Important for Your Practice: 3 Reasons
Some medical practices will survey new patients to learn how they found them. With direct referrals on the decline and patients finding online care options on the rise, having “Google search” selected on the patient survey is a positive sign of a strong online presence. Practice managers who have asked how to be found in…
Paid vs Organic Search: Which Is Better for Your Practice?
Google is a monster digital marketing tool, and its power cannot be denied – when looking at paid vs organic search, which is better for your practice? Research confirms that: Google processes more than 100,000 search queries per second More than 8.5 billion Google searches happen every day, while Bing has just over a billion…