Ctrl-Alt-Health
Reboot your digital practice
Welcome to Ctrl-Alt-Health, the Contensive blog where healthcare meets digital innovation. We help medical practices take control, reset what’s not working, and optimize their online presence to attract and retain more patients. From website design and SEO to patient experience and automation, Ctrl Alt Health delivers practical insights for running a healthy, high-performing digital practice.
Ctrl-Alt-Health is published by Contensive, a full-service web platform that powers medical and professional websites. Each post offers hands-on advice and fresh thinking to help doctors, practice managers, and healthcare marketers strengthen their digital foundations. Whether you’re planning a site redesign, improving online scheduling, or fine-tuning your SEO, we’ll show you how to reboot your web strategy for lasting results.
The Hidden Cost of Outdated Practice Information Online
How incorrect hours, old phone numbers, and broken links are quietly costing you thousands in lost revenue Your phone rings. A frustrated potential patient is calling: "I drove 30 minutes to your office and you're not even there!" You check your calendar—your office has been at the new location for six months. But Google still shows your old address. This isn't a hypothetical scenario. It happens every day to medical practices across the country, and it's costing them far more than they realize....
Why Patients Ghost Your Practice After the First Visit (And How to Win Them Back)
Why Patients Ghost Your Practice After the First Visit (And How to Win Them Back) Understanding patient retention starts with understanding what happens after they leave your office You've spent time with a new patient. The appointment went well. They seemed satisfied. You schedule their follow-up, and then... nothing. They don't return your calls. They miss their next appointment. They've ghosted your practice. If this scenario sounds familiar, you're not alone. Studies show that 30-40% of pati...