The Ultimate Directory List for Healthcare Marketing
- AMS Digital
- Nov 14, 2024
- 2 min read
If you want your doctors’ offices or urgent care clinics to be found easily by patients, you need to cover all the major online directories. Here’s a list of the essential platforms to boost your online visibility:
1. Google My Business (GMB)
The MVP of directories. With Google My Business, your clinic shows up directly in Google Search and Google Maps. It’s free, and the visibility is unmatched.
2. Bing Places
While Google gets all the love, Bing still matters. Bing Places connects your clinic with patients who use Microsoft’s search engine (often the default for Edge users).
3. Yelp
Yelp is a big deal for healthcare, and people rely on it for reviews. It’s not just for restaurants; clinics and doctors’ offices benefit greatly from positive patient feedback here.
4. Apple Maps
Many patients use iPhones, and Apple Maps is their go-to navigation app. Claim your listing so patients can easily find your location when they search from their iOS devices.
5. Healthgrades
This is one of the most important directories specifically for healthcare providers. Healthgrades focuses on reviews and ratings for doctors, making it a key place to manage your online reputation.
6. Zocdoc
Zocdoc not only lists your practice but also lets patients book appointments directly. It’s a must-have if you want to streamline scheduling and capture more leads.
Yes, YP is still around, but it’s digital now. Listing your practice on YP.com helps boost your local SEO and reach patients who still use traditional directory platforms.
8. Vitals
Another specialized healthcare directory. Vitals provides ratings and information about doctors, which potential patients check before making appointments.
Listing with BBB can add credibility to your practice. It’s especially helpful if you want to highlight your trustworthiness and customer service.
Not a traditional directory, but a key player. Patients often check Facebook for hours, reviews, and updates. Make sure your page is up-to-date and engaging.
11. Foursquare
Often overlooked, but Foursquare data feeds into other apps like Uber and TripAdvisor. Being listed here increases your overall online visibility.
12. Local Chamber of Commerce Listings
Getting listed with your local Chamber of Commerce can improve your visibility in the community and boost your local SEO.
13. MapQuest
While not as popular as Google Maps, MapQuest is still used by some patients for directions. It’s worth claiming your spot here too.
AMS Digital Has You Covered
At AMS Digital, we make sure your healthcare practice is visible everywhere that matters. We’ll manage your listings across these directories, keep your information consistent, and ensure your practice shines online. Ready for a boost? Let’s talk!
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