Marketing for Doctors Podcast

Be an Educator, Spend Zero on External Marketing and Grow ft. Dr. Kim Friedman

Bob Miglani & Dr. Kim Friedman Episode 15

In Episode 15 of the Marketing for Doctors Podcast, host Bob Miglani welcomes Dr. Kim Friedman, an accomplished optometrist and Vice President of Education and Scientific Affairs at PRN Vision Group. Dr. Friedman shares her inspiring journey in optometry and emphasizes the importance of reinvention and specialization to differentiate your practice and ensure long-term success.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

  • Successfully Integrating Specialties
    Learn how to successfully integrate a specialty like dry eye management into your practice while overcoming challenges in staff training and patient education. Dr. Friedman shares practical advice on seamlessly incorporating specialized care into your offerings.
  • Internal Marketing for Practice Growth
    Discover the power of internal marketing and how to leverage your existing patient base to grow your practice without incurring high costs for external marketing. Dr. Friedman provides actionable tips on strengthening relationships with current patients to drive referrals and repeat visits.
  • Enhancing Patient Interactions through Communication
    Gain valuable insights into effective communication strategies that will help you engage with patients, build trust, and establish yourself as a trusted educator in your field.
  • The Role of Nutraceuticals in Dry Eye Management
    Learn about the significance of nutraceuticals, specifically omega-3 fatty acids, in managing dry eye disease and how to position these treatments as foundational care for your patients' overall eye health.

Why You Should Listen:

  • Differentiating Your Practice with Specialization
    Focusing on specialized care, such as dry eye management, can help you stand out in a competitive healthcare market. Dr. Friedman discusses the challenges and rewards of implementing a new specialty in your practice.
  • Maximizing Patient Retention and Referrals
    Learn how internal marketing can help grow your practice organically by leveraging your current patient base, eliminating the need for expensive external advertising campaigns.
  • Patient Education and Public Speaking Tips
    Effective communication and public speaking are essential for establishing trust and positioning yourself as an authority in your field. Tune in to discover strategies for improving these skills and engaging your patients.
  • Nutraceuticals for Enhanced Patient Care
    Find out how to incorporate nutraceuticals like omega-3s into your dry eye management treatments, enhancing your patients' overall eye health and positioning these solutions as an integral part of their care plan.

Tune in to hear expert insights and practical marketing strategies that will help you grow your practice and improve patient outcomes.

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