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Reputation Boost

Local visibility checklist

Rachel O'Mara, MD, PLLC

Several tracked searches still leave you off the first screen of results — prioritized actions below can close the gap.

This week — prioritize these

  1. Post Regularly on Google Posts

    Create and schedule Google Posts highlighting services, offers, and updates to engage with potential patients and improve visibility.

  2. Implement a Review Generation Strategy

    Encourage satisfied patients to leave reviews, respond to existing reviews promptly, and address any negative feedback professionally.

  3. Optimize Business Description and Profile Info

    Ensure the business description is informative, keyword-rich, and includes services offered. Complete all profile fields accurately.

What's working

  • Your Google Business Profile on Maps is live — that is the foundation every local business builds from.

Gaps to close

  • Not showing in the top results for "primary care physician Chicago" yet — room to grow.
  • Not showing in the top results for "urgent care near 676 N St Clair St #1740 Chicago" yet — room to grow.
  • Not showing in the top results for "pediatrician 60611" yet — room to grow.
Some businesses ranking near you show a higher Maps rating (up to 5.0★ vs your 4.5★) — reviews and recency often influence who gets the tap.