Small Tweaks, Big Wins: Boosting Your Practice's Success
Dec 27, 2024
Does your practice feel a little chaotic sometimes? You’re not alone. Each week in Calm the Chaos, I’ll share actionable strategies, real-world stories, and simple tech solutions to help you take control and create a better experience for your patients and team.
Let’s dive into a story about how one practice used personalized service and technology to turn a challenge into a win.
STORY TIME:
How Web Chat and a Personal Touch Reduced No-Shows
BEFORE THE FIX:
A podiatry practice found themselves struggling with no-shows and last-minute cancellations. They felt stuck in a cycle of missed opportunities and wasted time, all while patients were feeling disconnected from the practice.
THE SOLUTION
We implemented two simple yet effective changes:
- Web Chat Integration: Patients gained the ability to confirm or reschedule appointments in real-time, making communication seamless and easy.
- A Personal Connection: A healthcare virtual assistant reached out the day before each appointment, ensuring patients felt valued and prepared for their visit.
THE RESULTS
- A 45% reduction in no-shows in three months.
- Patients expressed appreciation for the high-touch, personalized experience.
- Over $15,000 in monthly revenue was recovered through these proactive measures.
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ACTIONABLE TIPS FOR THE WEEK
Make Every Patient Feel Like a Priority
One of the easiest ways to improve efficiency is by creating a knowledge base for your team.
Here’s how to start:
- Create Personalized Appointment Reminders: Use a combination of tech (e.g., SMS or email) and personal calls for a VIP experience.
- Offer 24/7 Accessibility: Web chat ensures patients can reach you anytime, making it easier to confirm or reschedule without delays.
- Review Feedback: Follow up with patients post-appointment to learn how to enhance their experience.
These simple changes can go a long way in creating stronger patient relationships.
TANIA'S TECH TIPS:
Too Highlight: Notion
This week’s featured tool is Notion—a versatile platform for organizing everything from SOPs to team projects.
How It Works:
- Create a centralized space for team collaboration.
- Use templates to document processes, FAQs, and workflows.
- Share with your team for easy updates and access.
Where to Check It Out:
Pro Tip: Use Notion to maintain a “Patient Experience Tracker” where staff can log feedback and trends.
Small Changes, Big Results
Feeling overwhelmed with patient communication? My course, Everyone’s a VIP: Mastering Patient Communications for Excellence, is designed to help you and your team provide consistent, high-quality service.
By joining the waitlist, you’ll get:
- Early access to the course.
- A special bonus only for waitlist members.
- Tips to start improving patient communication even before the course launches!
Don’t miss your chance to get ahead of the chaos.
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You’ve Got This!