Blog: doctor's office

NFC display for medical practices: more Google reviews with less effort

According to a 2023 study by DocRelations, 87 percent of patients base their decision on Google reviews before choosing a medical practice. This makes Google the most important platform for first impressions. Practices that want to remain digitally visible therefore need new and positive reviews on a regular basis. A few older reviews aren't enough. Anyone looking for a practice today wants to see up-to-date feedback that demonstrates: This is the right place.

10/1/2025 Read

Web design for doctors – modern, secure and patient-friendly

In today's digital world, the first impression of a doctor's office no longer begins at the reception desk—it begins online. Web design for doctors is therefore much more than just a pretty layout: It's the practice's calling card, a tool for patient acquisition, and an essential component of modern practice communication.

6/1/2025 Read

Digital or classic signage: Choosing the right one for your practice

Choosing the right signage for your practice is crucial for clear communication and efficient navigation. You have the choice between digital and classic signs. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. In this article, we compare the two types of signage to help you choose the best solution for your practice.

9/1/2024 Read

The role of signs in patient communication

Effective communication and efficient navigation are crucial for the smooth running of any medical practice. Signs play an essential role in guiding, informing and reassuring patients. In this article we look at how signs improve patient communication and how a well-thought-out patient guidance system can optimize your practice.

8/1/2024 Read

Name badges with logo: stylish presentation of the corporate identity

Name badges are indispensable in many areas of business life. They make it easier to get to know employees, promote communication and leave a professional impression. But did you know that name tags can be more than just a practical tool? With name badges that bear your logo you can present your identity in style and leave a lasting impression on customers, business partners and employees.

10/1/2023 Read

Create a practice website: How to convert interested parties into patients

In an increasingly digital world, an attractive and informative practice website is of crucial importance for doctors. Creating an informative practice homepage not only serves as a virtual business card, but also as a powerful tool to attract potential patients and convert them into loyal visitors to your practice.

8/1/2023 Read

Individual name tags for trade fairs

Congress, trade fair or other large event. Many companies at their stands. Even more people. What helps to orient oneself in this crowd and to find a suitable conversation partner? One little thing that can't be overlooked - name tags . It will soon become clear who is exhibiting at the trade fair and who is just a visitor, and you already feel safer and more comfortable.

4/1/2023 Read

Name tags for practice

Long gone are the days when doctors and other practice staff appeared impersonally in front of patients in their white coats. Nowadays the practices have modern work clothes with name tags . From the name tag, the patient gets an idea of who belongs to the practice staff, their names and occupation. A small detail such as a name tag on the staff gives the patient a sense of well-being.

1/1/2023 Read

Canvas prints: works of art for your ambience

The type of picture that is closest to the real work of art is called canvas or canvas. It is quite clear: the fabric made of linen or cotton is taken as the reason for the pictures. In the past, canvas was painted with paints, now the picture is printed, but modern canvas painting affects people like a real painting. Partly because the UV and non-ageing colors are used for printing: they keep their freshness and saturation over time.

8/1/2022 Read

Name tags in times of masked faces

The hygiene regulations in the current pandemic force people to hide their faces to a large extent . The individual facial features disappear behind the mouth and nose cover. Even long-standing patients often recognize neither the doctor nor the practice staff. So no familiar atmosphere can arise. But with the right name tags , that changes again.

4/1/2021 Read

Are video consultations with the doctor allowed?

The National Association of Statutory Health Insurance Physicians (KBV) made a clear statement on the subject on February 4th, 2021. A video consultation is permitted under very specific conditions. A simple video circuit via Skype, WhatsApp or Zoom does not meet these requirements. The video consultation must be as confidential and trouble-free as any other consultation.

3/15/2021 Read

Everyday practice in Corona times

Care for the sick at a distance and good scheduling help to reduce the risk of infection for employees and patients . Telephone consultations and video consultations are ideal for clarifying in advance whether the patient needs to come to the practice. This also opens up the possibility of referring people suspected of having COVID-19 to a specialist practice or receiving the patients separately and with special security measures.

12/1/2020 Read

Why a name tag should be more than a name tag

Well-designed name tags are part of the corporate identity and have a great impact both internally and externally. They are a kind of business card for the company and also show the appreciation you have for your employees.

7/15/2020 Read

COVID-19: Signs can help slow the spread

Of course, no sign can protect against the virus, but good signage reminds you of the most important rules of conduct to prevent or at least slow down the spread of the coronavirus. That's why we've put up some signs that remind doctors of correct behavior in practices, companies or shops.

3/19/2020 Read

Canvas prints for doctor's office waiting room

Most patients experience discomfort when visiting a doctor, some even fear. The pictures on the walls in the waiting room should therefore have a calming and relaxing effect. Landscapes and gardens are very popular. Meditative elements also serve this purpose.

10/15/2019 Read

Practice facilities: Reception area

The patient gets to know the practice for the first time at reception. You should approach the design and furnishing of the practice reception area very carefully and lovingly, so that there is a place for patients and employees to feel comfortable. Functional and ergonomic furniture, color scheme and lighting play an important role.

8/1/2019 Read

Practice facilities: waiting room

The waiting room is one of the practice rooms where patients usually stay the longest. On average, every German spends 27 minutes in the waiting room per visit to the doctor. A particularly relaxed atmosphere should therefore be ensured here so that the patients feel comfortable while they are waiting. With a properly organized and furnished waiting room, it succeeds.

7/15/2019 Read

Door signs "free-occupied" in comparison

Free-occupied signs with sliders are a practical solution for companies, medical practices and public institutions. They inform visitors whether a room is occupied or free. There is a wide range of designs for free-occupied door signs: different materials and sizes, with and without inscription, different types of installation and areas of use. In our article we clarify which variant is best in which case.

6/15/2019 Read

What information must not be missing on the practice sign?

Regulations must be observed for practice signs. However, these primarily concern the external signage. Signs are intended to inform patients and not serve as advertising. The German Medical Association's model professional code of conduct specifies what, apart from the name, belongs on the outside door sign.

1/1/2019 Read

IGeL - targeted advertising of services

The bottom line is that many doctors have less money than most patients realize. Hardly any practice today can do without the so-called IGeL services. Model professional code for doctors regulates the form in which doctors are allowed to advertise . Factual information about the offered IGeL is permissible.

11/15/2018 Read

Medical practice signage

When choosing the practice signs, it is helpful to enter the practice together with a complete stranger. How does he see the premises after entering the practice? Which signs are necessary so that the patient does not get lost ? Can a person who does not know the doctor's office read all the instructions well?

10/1/2018 Read