Why every bariatric surgeon knows BARIAlink

BARIAlink - founded in 2016 by Dr. Bruno Dillemans, is a web-based knowledge database and international network of specialists in bariatric and metabolic surgery. What exactly is that? Well, bariatric surgery is a branch of medicine that deals with the research and treatment of obesity.

 

It was time for a fresh, strong start on the digital front for BARIAlink. The biggest challenge? Putting BARIAlink on the digital map and increasing the number of registered website members. That can only be done by combining a strong social media strategy with smart email campaigns.

BARIAlink nurses
BARIAlink nurses

The needs

How do surgeons find their way to BARIAlink?

On a highly professional level, surgeons around the world share and discuss innovative surgical procedures, new approaches to bariatric surgery and the challenges they face. The ultimate goal? To expand the level of surgical expertise in this field.

 

Monthly, BARIAlink organizes the "BARIAlink Academy," a virtual classroom. There is also the "BARIAlink Library." That is a database containing all the cases discussed during the academies.

 

But how do the right people, especially bariatric surgeons, find their way to those monthly academies? Well, that's where Tunity steps in. We help BARIAlink gain general awareness and ensure that they can reach their target audience. Specifically, we focus on increasing the number of registered BARIAlink members, as well as the attendance of doctors and professors at the academies. How exactly do we do that? You can read about that below.

Our trajectory

From a strong social media plan to email campaigns to a new homepage

The first step in the process was to understand the needs of BARIAlink. To achieve this, we organized an extensive workshop, which allowed us to identify several key requirements. In our plan of action, these were addressed piece by piece.

Social media strategy

We determined a clear, digital strategy. The colors, fonts and photos played a crucial role in this. The right tone of voice is also important. Through LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram, we position BARIAlink prominently on the digital map. We make contact with this niche target group in a focused and efficient manner.

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Homepage gets a new look

The eye wants something, too! A professional website should be self-explanatory. In addition to content, there are elements that should be present. Layout and appearance also have an impact on the success of your website. And they understood that at BARIAlink. We were allowed to redesign the homepage.

 

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Soon we reached the joyous milestone of 2,500 BARIAlink members on the website. In fact, by 2024, this number had more than doubled, with significant growth to over 2,500 members. Meanwhile, we continue to grow and may welcome many new surgeons every month.

 

Email marketing is an essential part of a balanced marketing mix. For BARIAlink, it holds significant importance, benefiting both the organization and its members. Their members stay fully informed about academies, intriguing case studies, and upcoming events.

2,500 members & email campaigns

2,500 members & email campaigns

Soon we reached the joyous milestone of 2,500 BARIAlink members on the website. In fact, by 2024, this number had more than doubled, with significant growth to over 2,500 members. Meanwhile, we continue to grow and may welcome many new surgeons every month.

 

Email marketing is an essential part of a balanced marketing mix. For BARIAlink, it holds significant importance, benefiting both the organization and its members. Their members stay fully informed about academies, intriguing case studies, and upcoming events.

The future

The plan for the future

The next steps? Keep on doing what we're doing, because it works! Every month we keep welcoming new surgeons. We continue to continually optimize and listen to the needs of BARIAlink. Let's keep the fire burning!

Interested in working with us?

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