A sponsored spot on the pages your patients already read
A sponsored profile sits above the organic results on one city page plus one specialty or category page, with a clear label. Spots are limited, so ask us first whether one is free for the city and specialty you want.
- Quarterly or yearly
- Always labelled as an ad
- Organic ranking is never touched
How Doctor Advertising Works
- Email DocBD or use the contact form with your preferred city and specialty/category.
- Choose quarterly or yearly advertising.
- DocBD checks availability and profile suitability.
- If the spot is free and DocBD approves it, we confirm the spot and send an invoice.
- Your sponsored placement starts once we confirm the payment and give you the spot.
Pricing
Advertising is priced by sponsored spot for one city plus one specialty or category page. Quarterly pricing is higher compared with yearly pricing, so yearly advertising offers better value.
| Sponsored spot | Yearly | Quarterly |
|---|---|---|
| Spot 1 (top) | 5,000 BDT | 1,800 BDT |
| Spot 2 | 4,000 BDT | 1,500 BDT |
| Spot 3 | 3,000 BDT | 1,150 BDT |
| Spot 4 | 2,500 BDT | 950 BDT |
| Spot 5 | 2,000 BDT | 800 BDT |
Availability must be confirmed by DocBD before an invoice is issued. The spot number sets the order between sponsored profiles. If nobody holds a higher spot, a lower spot can still appear first.
Advertising Rules
Each city plus specialty/category page can have up to 5 sponsored positions. Sponsored profiles are shown above organic results and are clearly labeled. Advertising does not affect organic ranking and does not imply that one doctor is clinically superior to another.
- Advertising is available only for approved doctor profiles.
- An active DocBD Profile Management subscription is required before applying.
- Each sponsored placement is tied to one city plus one specialty/category page.
- Maximum 5 sponsored positions are available per city plus specialty/category page.
- Sponsored cards must be clearly labeled as Sponsored or Ad.
- Advertising does not guarantee appointments or patient outcomes.
- Advertising does not change organic ranking.
- A doctor cannot hold more than one active sponsored placement on the same city plus specialty/category page.
- Doctors may ask for a spot, but the final spot depends on what is free and on DocBD approval.
What Is Included
- Advertising placement on a relevant city plus specialty/category page
- Clearly labeled sponsored card
- A sponsored spot, subject to availability
- Quarterly or yearly option
- Manager-reviewed activation
Trust Notice
DocBD is a healthcare directory. Advertising is paid placement, not a medical recommendation. Sponsored listings are labeled so patients can clearly distinguish paid placement from organic results.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many sponsored positions are available?
Up to 5 sponsored positions may be available for each city plus specialty/category page.
Can I choose Spot 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5?
Doctors may ask for a spot, but the final spot depends on what is free and on DocBD approval. A spot is not held for you until DocBD confirms it is free and your payment has arrived.
Does advertising mean DocBD recommends me over other doctors?
No. Advertising is paid placement and is clearly labeled. It does not imply medical superiority.
Does this affect organic ranking?
No. Advertising is separate from organic ranking.
Can every doctor buy a slot?
No. Advertising requires an approved profile, active Profile Management, availability, and DocBD approval. Doctors should contact DocBD first to check whether a suitable spot is free.