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people taking advantage of the new COVID-19 booster by doing yoga in a group
people taking advantage of the new COVID-19 booster by doing yoga in a group
New COVID-19 boosters are coming — here’s what you need to know

The FDA has approved new COVID-19 booster vaccines to target the XBB.1.5 variant — but how successful they’ll be depends on effective communication from providers.

Provider and patient speaking about patient results.
Provider and patient speaking about patient results.
The survey says: Patient and provider perspectives on appointment scheduling

Tebra research revealed insights around appointment scheduling, generational differences in patient expectations, and the growing importance of digital tools for practices.

High anxiety for independent practice owners
High anxiety for independent practice owners
High anxiety: New data on the state of independent practice ownership

Many private practices feel positive about their performance, but not the industry.

Man learns about seo for healthcare.
Man learns about seo for healthcare.
Stay competitive: Essential healthcare SEO trends for 2023

Marketing experts share the top SEO trends and tools in the 2023 healthcare digital landscape.

Private equity firms and their impact on private practices: A deep dive

Equity firms are buying out private medical providers at record rates. We surveyed over 610 people and 360 practitioners about the impact on healthcare.

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Woman on Phone Social Media
Woman on Phone Social Media
Is self-diagnosis on social media helping or hurting people’s health?

Americans see pros and cons of social media diagnosis. We surveyed 1,000 people to learn more about this trend and its impact on individuals.

AI predicts the future of healthcare
AI predicts the future of healthcare
AI vs. human predictions: Envisioning the future of healthcare

Exclusive survey: What does the future hold for AI and healthcare?

big guide to medspa services marketing
big guide to medspa services marketing
A guide to digital marketing for medical spa practices

The medical spa industry is booming, which means more patient and consumer demand. As more medical spas open to meet the growing demand, setting your practice apart in your market impacts your long-term practice growth. An effective marketing and advertising plan can help you bring more patients to your medical spa practice. From the creation […]

Staffing shortages and sleep deprivation: The post-COVID healthcare crisis

Explore the potential consequences of burnout, understaffing, and other post-COVID challenges fueling today’s healthcare industry crisis.

woman outside checking social media on her phone
woman outside checking social media on her phone
The ultimate guide to medical practice social media in 2023

Wondering where to start with medical practice social media? Here’s how to choose a platform, create great content, and find your audience.

Perceptions of AI in healthcare: What professionals and the public think

Learn about the public and professional perceptions of AI in healthcare and the validity of ChatGPT’s health advice.

Ozempic in America
Ozempic in America
Ozempic in America: What’s the real impact? A survey reveals details

Diabetes and weight loss drug Ozempic has gone viral — causing a shortage. Find out its side effects, alternatives, broader impacts, and who wants it most.

Get on the path to growth: Your guide to thriving in 2023 as a healthcare practice

Acquiring new patients isn’t the only way to grow your healthcare practice. Get 3 key strategies to thrive in 2023.

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