While most marketers have accepted that nearly all physicians are online today, the more difficult part is figuring out where to find these physicians on the World Wide Web. Finding the right promotional mix for connecting with physicians can be a challenging proposition, as physicians use third-party sites - such as the WebMD Professional Network, the New England Journal of Medicine, or specialty specific sites - more frequently than they use pharma-owned properties. As a result, brands realize that it is essential to connect with physicians through a variety of online professional resources - but figuring out where to find these physicians can prove difficult.
"Physician Digital Media Landscape: Connecting with Physicians Through Online Professional Resources," is part of Manhattan Research's ePharma Physician® market research and advisory service and provides a roadmap for physician marketers and media planners. The report explores the top professional medical websites, specialty sites, print and online medical journals, and professional email newsletters for primary care physicians, pediatricians, oncologists, cardiologists, gastroenterologists, infectious disease/HIV physicians, rheumatologists, and OB/GYNs. "Physician Digital Media Landscape" also includes interviews with industry experts, case studies, and a look at the future of physician marketing.
"This guide is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in understanding how physicians gather information online today," says Meredith Ressi, Vice President of Research at Manhattan Research. "Many companies are struggling to understand the appropriate promotional mix across the vast range of online resources used by physicians. This data shows the professional sources physicians rely on to gather professional medical information."
Report Outline
Title: Physician Digital Media Landscape: Connecting with Physicians through Online Professional Resources
Introduction
Physician Digital Media Outlook for Primary Care Physicians, Pediatricians, Oncologists, Cardiologists, Gastroenterologists, Infectious Disease/HIV Physicians, Rheumatologists, and OB/GYNs
- Professional Medical Websites
- Specialty Websites
- Professional Journals
- Professional Email Newsletters
Top Online Physician Professional Online Resource Summary
Physician Digital Media Outlook and Strategy
Conclusion and Key Takeaways
For an excerpt from the module and more information about its contents, please visit: www.manhattanresearch.com/products/Research_Modules/Physician/physician-digital-media-landscape.aspx
Access to the "Physician Digital Media Landscape" research module is immediately available to subscribers of Manhattan Research's ePharma Physician® v9.0 market research and strategic advisory service. For more information about subscribing to this service and gaining access to the in-depth physician market data and analysis, visit www.manhattanresearch.com/products/Strategic_Advisory/ePP.
About ePharma Physician® v9.0
ePharma Physician® v9.0 was conducted via online survey methodology in Q2 2009 among 1,517 online practicing U.S. physicians. Since 2002, the study has determined the leading online physician destinations based on the number of physician visitors as well as the content satisfaction of those who visit. ePharma Physician® gives insight to the physician digital resource and communication mix of over twenty specialist segments, including topics such as:
- Product and corporate pharmaceutical websites
- Specialty-specific sites, online journals, newsletters, and online conferences
- Interactive detailing, live remote rep, customer service portals, and email communication
- Web 2.0 technologies such as blogs, podcasts, wikis, and online communities
For additional product and subscription information, please visit www.manhattanresearch.com/products/Strategic_Advisory/ePP.
About Manhattan Research
Manhattan Research, a Decision Resources, Inc. company, is a leading market research and advisory services firm for global pharmaceutical and healthcare companies. For more information, visit www.manhattanresearch.com.
About Decision Resources, Inc.
Decision Resources, Inc. is a cohesive portfolio of companies that offers best-in-class, high-value information and insights on important sectors of the healthcare industry. Clients rely on this analysis and data to make informed decisions. Please visit Decision Resources, Inc. at www.decisionresourcesinc.com.