Labor shortages in the healthcare industry continue to make news headlines year after year, and we don’t expect to see this trend improve anytime soon. That said, the best way to be proactive with recruitment in its current state is to increase your appeal to candidates. Healthcare marketing and advertising is generally directed at patients,
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Now more than ever, patients approach healthcare from a consumer’s point of view. They expect the same ease during digital healthcare transactions that they experience from when they shop in an online retail setting. From scheduling appointments to accessing health records, patients want to have the option to do more online on a simplified interface.
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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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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Medical practices across the country have learned that they must strengthen their online presence to keep up with the competition. Thanks to mobile technology, patients have everything they need to choose a new provider in the palm of their hands. The question is, will patient searches show your practice, or your competitor’s? While there are
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