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How Site and Search Retargeting Can Increase Patient Leads

One of the biggest challenges with online marketing is attracting high-quality leads and customers that convert. PracticeDock has developed several effective online marketing tools for doctors and practices ready to move forward with an online marketing campaign, and our newest product — Site & Search Retargeting — is taking things one step further.

Site and search retargeting allows us to collect user data and use that information to create and run targeted ads. It relies on a site visitor’s search habits and activity, taking into account what types of keywords they are using to arrive at your site, and what they do when they reach a site.

Here’s a closer look at how site and search retargeting can increase patient leads:

How Site Retargeting Works

When a prospective patient visits your website, we can collect data (in the form of cookies) about that site visitor. Our technology captures and remembers the site visit and when that same patient surfs the Web and visits a site in the PracticeDock Display Network, our system will display a targeted ad. The prospective patient will see this ad and can click through to visit your website, fill out a contact form, or give your office a call.

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How Search Retargeting Works

When a prospective patient enters a search term related to your business, such as “cosmetic dentists in Atlanta”, or “liposuction in Chicago”, they can click on a partner site and our technology will identify them by the search terms they used. As they continue surfing the Web and visit a site in the PracticeDock Display Network, a site in our network will recognize the patient and display a retargeted ad. At this point, the prospective patient will see the ad and can click through to visit your site.

PracticeDock Site & Search Retargeting

The PracticeDock Display Network provides access to over 6 billion impressions per day and reaches 90% of the online audience. It’s an impactful way to attract those high-quality patients and reach patients that are likely to convert.

Learn more about PracticeDock Site & Search Retargeting here.

Need help with your online marketing campaign? Talk to one of our PracticeDock online marketing specialists today!

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Content Marketing Tip: Use Infographics to Drive More Patient Leads

Content Marketing Tip: Use Infographics to Drive More Patient LeadsOne of the biggest challenges many practices face when it comes to patient marketing is driving quality leads to their website. PracticeDock works with doctors across all specialties to create a customized and targeted online marketing campaign that increases leads and helps the practice grow.

We often recommend a content marketing strategy for our doctors because so many patients are interested in learning more about different procedures, how to prepare for treatment, and what to expect when they work with your practice. Attracting these patients with visual content such as an infographic can be a valuable part of your content strategy.

Why Infographics?

LocateADoc.com is our online physician directory and primary lead generation portal. We were recently featured on SearchEngineLand.com for our use of infographics to attract more patients to our own website. An infographic is essentially visual content — it contains valuable statistics, facts, and tips, and has a strong visual element with eye-catching graphics and pictures. We’ve created several infographics about plastic surgery trends, industry insights, and tips for patients in the past few months with considerable success.

Infographics Can Increase Patient Leads

One of our infographics, “Plastic Fantastic: What We Pay To Go Under the Knife”, published in November 2012 generated a 2,100% increase in leads compared to another infographic about breast self-exams published earlier that year. Our infographics have continued to generate new patient leads and are a powerful addition to the LocateADoc.com content marketing strategy.

We encourage our PracticeDock doctors to share these infographics on their own websites and blogs, and also to consider publishing infographics with their own data and statistics. Infographics can be a valuable addition your content marketing strategy and allow you to present valuable information in a visually creative way.

If you need help with your content marketing strategy, talk to one of our PracticeDock specialists today!

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FREE Webinar: Attract More Patients with a Keyword Marketing Strategy

FREE Webinar:  Attract More Patients with a Keyword Marketing StrategyLaunching an online marketing campaign for your practice may require both a local and national approach. For example, a dental clinic might only be interested in attracting patients in the local community or neighborhood, while a cosmetic surgeon might be interested in attracting patients from around the country.

The Internet has changed the way patients search for your business and you need a targeted marketing strategy using paid listings, geo-targeting, and pay-per-click (PPC) advertising campaigns to maximize your reach.

Join us for a FREE webinar, “Attract More Patients with Google Search (and Other Targeted Keyword Online Marketing Strategies)” with Seth Winterer, PracticeDock’s Healthcare Digital Media Consultant, on Wednesday, May 15 at 1 p.m. EST.

We’ll discuss the most successful keyword marketing practices to attract more high-quality leads and maximize your marketing budget.

Key topics include:

  • How to implement a Keyword Marketing Program (PPC Advertising)
  • Why paid listings can be valuable for your practice
  • How to set up a successful Google Adwords campaign
  • The value of keyword research and how to incorporate keywords and phrases into your online marketing strategy
  • How we can track response rates and tweak your marketing campaigns based on results
  • How to maximize your online ad spending with paid listings, map listings, and top organic rankings on the major search engines
  • The seven essentials of any effective online marketing campaign
  • Understanding conversions
  • …and more!

Reserve your spot for the FREE webinar NOW!

Need help with your online marketing strategy? Talk to one of our PracticeDock online marketing specialists today!

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Doctor Marketing Tips for Using the New Pinterest

Doctor Marketing Tips for Using the New PinterestPinterest recently made several changes to its site to offer a better user experience. If your practice is active on Pinterest, you need to make sure you’re tweaking your social marketing strategy to accommodate for these changes. Pinterest has modified some of its core features and added a few new items that will change the way users interact with the site. If your practice is posting before and after photos, successful outcomes of procedures, or other content on this site, you’ll need to make a note of some of the latest changes.

Here are some doctor marketing tips for using the new Pinterest:

  • Post very high-quality pictures. Pinterest has created larger pins so the images you see on the boards are slightly larger. This means that the quality of the images you post and share needs to be better than ever. Keep in mind that Pinterest users are more likely to be drawn to eye-catching images and pins with strong visual elements. Make sure you’re posting and sharing the highest quality images you have available.
  • Review analytics regularly. The Analytics option is one of the newest features on Pinterest and gives you a much better idea of how many views or clicks your pins are getting, and how active your boards really are. Reviewing this data regularly will help you determine whether Pinterest marketing endeavors are working for you – or not. You’ll need to verify your website before you have access to the analytics section.
  • Continue using the right hashtags. Pinterest has not disabled the hashtags feature so this can still be a great way to attract more users and generate interest in different types of content you post. Just make sure the hashtags are as simple as possible so that Pinterest users can find your content easily.

Need more tips and ideas for marketing your practice? Talk to a PracticeDock online marketing specialist today!

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A Surgeons Best Marketing Tool: Before & After Photos (Infographic)

Did you know that the single most searched item for patients interested in cosmetic procedures is a doctor’s before and after gallery? Before and after picture galleries provide the opportunity to showcase your skills and expertise, so it’s important that your doctor profiles on directories and your website includes examples of your work. Put yourself in the place of the patient, would you want more information from a doctor that showcases successful cosmetic surgery before and after pictures on actual patients or would you choose a doctor that has decided not to disclose any photos? The internet is a visual medium – take full advantage of it. Read the full article.

View this infographic to see how you can best use your before and after pictures:

Need help marketing your practice? Talk to one of our PracticeDock specialists for tips and ideas about effective patient marketing strategies.

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LocateADoc.com NEW FaceTouchUp Simulator Helps Doctors and Patients Visualize Results

LocateADoc.com NEW FaceTouchUp Simulator Helps Doctors and Patients Visualize ResultsLocateADoc.com has unveiled a brand new FaceTouchUp Simulator tool that can help patients and doctors visualize plastic surgery results well before surgery day. You can encourage your patients to use this tool to see what they might look like after having some cosmetic work done. It’s a simple and FREE way to visualize results from popular procedures such as facelifts, chin augmentation, liposuction, breast enhancement, and even weight loss.

Test drive the FaceTouchUp Simulator tool for yourself here.

Prospective patients are already using this tool to visualize results from some of today’s popular procedures, and this tool could be an asset to your practice when you are working with patients who are still unsure about what to expect.

Some ways you could use this tool as part of your practice marketing and patient acquisition strategy:

  • During the initial patient consultation process
  • Training patient care coordinators and staff members how to use this tool to demonstrate results of popular procedures
  • Linking to the FaceTouchUp Simulator tool from your website or blog
  • Tweeting or posting a Facebook Page status update about this innovative tool
  • Inviting patients to use the tool at home before returning to your practice for a second or third consult visit

We’e made it easier than ever for patients and practice staff members to visualize results of popular procedures with a few simple clicks!

Try out the LocateADoc.com FaceTouchUp Simulator tool today and share it with your patients and staff.

Talk to one of our PracticeDock online marketing specialists for more ideas on marketing your practice.

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PracticeDock White Papers and Infographics Roundup

PracticeDock White Papers & Infographics RoundupIf you’re struggling to attract more patients or want to employ some of the latest marketing strategies to build your practice, take advantage of the FREE tools and resources we offer. In addition to the blog posts you see here, you can download educational white papers for expert advice from industry professionals, and view infographics that provide industry statistics and insights. Don’t forget to register for our complimentary, on-demand doctor marketing webinars for even more tips and ideas!

Here’s a roundup of the latest PracticeDock white papers and infographics:

How Doctors Can Use the Power of Video Marketing to Attract More Patients

Find out why video can be so compelling when it comes to marketing your practice and attracting more patients. This white paper explains why video marketing is a critical component of every successful practice marketing strategy.

Why Your Practice Needs a Mobile Interface Right Now — And How to Make it Happen

As more of your patients turn to their smartphone or other mobile device to access the Internet, it’s become more important than ever to have a mobile-friendly website. This white paper explains the value of mobile websites and how simple it is to create a mobile version of your practice website.

How to Convert Leads Into Patients

Is your practice struggling to book those appointments, no matter how many calls or email inquiries you receive? This white paper is a step-by-step guide to converting more of those inbound leads into patients.

How to Create an Amazing Successful Marketing Plan & Budget

Putting together a realistic marketing plan and budget may be one the biggest challenges you face when managing your practice. Use this guide to create an effective marketing strategy that fits within your budget.

Train Your Staff to Sell and Convert More Patient Leads

One of the best investments you can make is to train your staff to handle different types of patient inquiries and book more appointments – without turning into a salesperson. This white paper will show you exactly how to train your staff to “sell without selling”, and convert more patient leads.

[Infographic] How the Facebook Timeline Affects Your Business Page

Don’t miss this infographic that shows you how the new Facebook Timeline layout will affect your business page. If your practice is on Facebook, you need to know how to take advantage of the new features and layout options, and make the most of your social media marketing efforts.

Talk to one of our PracticeDock online marketing specialists for more ideas on marketing your practice!

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On Demand FREE Webinar: Booking 75% of Your Patients In-Office

FREE Webinar: Booking 75% of Your Patients In-OfficeDid you know that the initial phone call with a patient is what will dictate whether the patient will book an appointment for a consultation or procedure? Learn how to increase the percentage of patients that are booking procedures in your office before they leave or need a call back!

Join us for this FREE on-demand webinar, “Booking 75% of Your Patients In-Office with guest speaker Jon Hoffenberg, Executive Vice President and Co-Founder of the YellowTelescope Management Team.

This webinar covers the following key topics:

  • Why the closing/booking ratio is NOT based on you, but on that first phone call with the patient
  • How to properly “weed patients in” with a patient education approach
  • How to pre-qualify patients for financing plans
  • Why it’s so important to focus on those initial points of contact and communications with your patient
  • How to increase the percentage of in-office booked procedures effectively
  • …and more!

This webinar outlines exactly what it takes to book those patients in-office, thereby reducing the time, money, and resources spent on trying to build up that client base. We’ll show you exactly what it takes to increase your in-office booking percentages and convert those leads with ease.

Watch On Demand Now ”Booking 75% of Your Patients In-Office”


Talk to one of our PracticeDock online marketing specialists for more ideas on converting patient leads.

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Practice Marketing Basics: Catch Up With FREE On-Demand Webinars

Practice Marketing Basics: Catch Up With FREE On-Demand WebinarsIncrease patient leads and generate more revenue this year by educating yourself and practice staff about the most effective practice marketing and patient lead generation

PracticeDock is proud to provide our clients with FREE webinars throughout the year to help you stay competitive and relevant in this rapidly-changing industry. We know what it takes to run a successful practice, and our own staff members and industry professionals we work with have been sharing their insights and expertise with these on-demand presentations.

Explore different marketing approaches and strategies that fit your practice with these FREE, on-demand webinars from PracticeDock:

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Webinar: Advance Medical SEO Marketing – What All Doctors Need to Know (In Plain English)
Find out how the principles of search engine optimization (SEO) apply to your online marketing strategy and learn why SEO marketing is a valuable investment.

The Many Misdemeanors of Practice Management

If you’re struggling with attracting more patients, your staff may not be delivering the best possible customer service. Find out whether you’re making some common mistakes when hiring staff members.


Creating – An Affair to Remember – Planning Your Event for Success on Any Budget
Discover what it really takes to create and run events that attract the right types of patients. Learn the strategies professionals use to promote and host an event successfully.


Secrets of What Women Want – Attracting and Retaining More Patients

How well do you understand your female patients? Do you really know what they want? Discover what this demographic is looking for and how to gear your marketing efforts to attract female consumers.

 

How to Turn Your Phone Calls into Profits
Coach your staff to handle patient calls effectively with this step-by-step guide. This webinar will explain exactly what it teaks to handle patient inquiries, handle pricing questions, book that appointment, and more.


Generating Revenue From Online Patient Leads

Do you struggle with qualifying patient leads and attracting the right types of patients? Learn about some of the common challenges doctors just like you face and how to overcome them.

 

How to Market Your Non-Insured Procedures

Find out what types of marketing and advertising campaigns patients without insurance are most likely to respond to. We’ll help you create an effective marketing strategy to book more appointments for non-insured procedures.

 

Learn How to Turn Leads Into Consultations

Do you know what triggers actually convert a potential patient? Learn the most successful conversion strategies to start booking more consultations and managing patient leads.

 

Use the Web to Double Your Patient Leads and Revenue

Harness the power of the Internet to increase patient leads and revenue. We’ll introduce you to the benefits of doctor directories like LocateADoc.com, pay-per-click advertising, and social media. You’ll also learn why every practice must have a professional website, and how to get that website listed in the top rankings on Google.

 

Business Boosting Strategies for Cosmetic Practices

No matter what the economic outlook may be, there are several ways to generate a steady stream of clients and build a successful practice. Learn some of the best practices in sales, marketing, and operations that will benefit your bottom line.

 

How to Manage and Convert Patient Leads

This Q&A-style webinar will provide you with some insider secrets and tips for managing online patient leads and converting leads into appointments.

 

Assessing your Staff

Find out why the success of your practice isn’t only contingent on the doctor’s skills and experience, but also on the staff’s ability to handle patients and maintain a high standard of customer service.

 

Twitter Medical Marketing & 10 Patient Consulting Tips

Find out how to effectively market your practice using Twitter and why you should be using it both as a content marketing tool, and also as a reputation management tool. Discover best practices for posting tweets and maintaining your Twitter profile.

Need more help marketing your practice? Talk to one of our PracticeDock online marketing specialists today!

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Bing Announces Top Search Trends for 2012

Bing Announces Top Search Trends for 2012The Bing search team has put together a list of the top trending searches in the ten biggest categories for 2012. The top searches of 2012 can give us some insights on what the majority of Internet users are interested in and really looking for when they use the Web for entertainment, research, or shopping. As a practice, you can capture the attention of some of these users by creating relevant blog posts or articles in various categories.

Results of the Bing search trends for 2012 are as follows:

Top 10 Celebrity or People Searches for 2012

  1. Kim Kardashian
  2. Justin Bieber
  3. Miley Cyrus
  4. Rihanna
  5. Lindsay Lohan
  6. Katy Perry
  7. Selena Gomez
  8. Jennifer Aniston
  9. Nicki Minaj
  10. Taylor Swift

Top 10 Musician Searches for 2012

  1. Justin Bieber
  2. Whitney Houston
  3. Katy Perry
  4. Selena Gomez
  5. Rihanna
  6. Nicki Minaj
  7. Taylor Swift
  8. Beyonce
  9. Chris Brown
  10. Jennifer Lopez

Top 10 Song Searches for 2012

  1. PSY – Gangnam Style
  2. Carly Rae Jepsen – Call Me Maybe
  3. Justin Bieber – Boyfriend
  4. Gotye – Somebody that I used to know
  5. Fun.- We Are Young
  6. One Direction – What Makes You Beautiful
  7. Drake – The Motto #YOLO
  8. Maroon 5 Feat. Wiz Khalifa – Payphone
  9. The Wanted – Glad You Came
  10. Katy Perry – Part Of Me

Top 10 Olympian Searches for 2012

  1. Serena Williams
  2. Lolo Jones
  3. LeBron James
  4. Michael Phelps
  5. McKayla Maroney
  6. Hope Solo
  7. Misty May-Treanor
  8. Gabby Douglas
  9. Usain Bolt
  10. Ryan Lochte

Top 10 Athlete Searches for 2012

  1. Peyton Manning
  2. Tiger Woods
  3. Tim Tebow
  4. Maria Sharapova
  5. Kobe Bryan
  6. Serena Williams
  7. Lamar Odom
  8. LeBron James
  9. Cristiano Ronaldo
  10. Terrell Owens

Top 10 Searched for Social Media Sites for 2012

  1. Facebook
  2. Twitter
  3. Myspace
  4. Linkedin
  5. Tumblr
  6. Instagram
  7. Reddit
  8. StumbleUpon
  9. Digg
  10. Klout

Top 10 Hottest Tablet and Smartphone Searches for 2012

  1. iPhone 5
  2. iPad
  3. Samsung Galaxy SIII / S3
  4. Kindle
  5. iPad 3
  6. iPod Touch
  7. Xbox
  8. PlayStation 3
  9. iPhone 4S
  10. Windows 8

Top 10 News Stories for 2012

  1. iPhone 5
  2. 2012 Elections
  3. 2012 Olympians
  4. Hurricane Sandy
  5. Honey Boo Boo
  6. Gangnam Style dance
  7. KONY 2012
  8. Academy Awards
  9. Kindle Fire HD
  10. Facebook IPO

You’ll find The Bing Top Searches of 2012 Report here.

Need help with your online marketing strategy? Talk to one of our PracticeDock online marketing specialists today!

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