Data-Driven Google Ads Planning for Obesity Surgery
Before spending a single ad euro, we analyse the market, study user behaviour, and measure which services actually have demand.
The Problem
Most healthcare organisations start their Google Ads campaigns with guessed keywords, intuition-based ad copy, unmeasured landing page performance, incorrectly tracked conversions, and budget wasted on irrelevant searches.
The result is high ad costs, low conversion rates, and campaigns that cannot scale.
Our Approach
Every Google Ads project starts with research, not ad creation. In the first phase we analyse the target market using professional tools such as Google Keyword Planner, DataForSEO, Ahrefs, Semrush, Serper, and SERP API.
Key metrics we analyse
Landing Page Analysis
After keyword research is complete, we perform a detailed website audit.
A significant portion of Google Ads performance depends not just on the ad, but on the quality of the page it directs users to.
What If Demand Is Low?
In some countries, search volume may be low. In this case we apply two different growth strategies.
Scenario 1: Market Expansion
We expand keyword research. New countries, new cities, new service groups, and new search intents are analysed to identify higher-potential markets. This approach lets our client discover opportunities before competitors do.
Scenario 2: Demand Generation Campaigns
In markets where search volume hasn't formed yet, we create demand. Using Google Demand Gen campaigns, we reach target audiences through YouTube, Gmail, and Discover.
These campaigns form the first stage of the sales funnel. As brand awareness grows, users start searching on Google. The Search Campaign then kicks in.
The Sales Funnel
Our Google Ads strategy is not a single campaign. The following structure works together.
This structure ensures users encounter the brand at multiple touchpoints.
Campaign Architecture
One of the most common mistakes is putting all ads into a single campaign. We separate campaigns by service, search intent, and user persona.
Conversion Tracking
Ad optimisation is built on data. That is why we set up the following infrastructure completely.
Key conversions we track
This way we can clearly see which campaigns are bringing real patients.
Keyword Analysis
Research identified high commercial-value keywords.
| Keyword | Monthly Searches | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Gastric Sleeve | 50,000 | Medium |
| Bariatric Surgery | 50,000 | Low |
| Gastric Bypass | 50,000 | Low |
| Gastric Balloon | 5,000 | Medium |
Queries like gastric sleeve cost, gastric sleeve surgery cost, bariatric surgery cost, and gastric bypass cost show very high purchase intent. These terms have higher CPC but much higher conversion potential.
Negative Keywords
During research, we identified high-volume but irrelevant searches that could drain the budget. These were added as negative keywords to campaigns.
This filtering ensures the ad budget is directed only to users searching for surgical solutions.
Projected Ad Performance
The initial projection based on research results:
€3.5 – €4
Average CPC
3% – 5%
Projected Conversion Rate
€85 – €100
Projected Cost per Lead
€150 – €200 / day
Recommended Test Budget
€4,500 – €6,000
Monthly Projected Budget
This budget enables statistically meaningful data collection and campaign optimisation.
Continuous Optimisation
Google Ads is not a one-time setup. Campaigns are monitored daily.
Regular communication with the sales team evaluates lead quality and the ad strategy is continuously improved based on real customer feedback.
Conclusion
Successful Google Ads campaigns are not built by just running ads. Sustainable growth is achieved when the right data, right keywords, right landing page, right measurement, and continuous optimisation work together.
This approach makes ad spend more efficient, keeps costs under control, and enables reaching higher-quality potential patients in highly competitive sectors like international health tourism.
Why is Google Ads important for obesity surgery clinics?
International health tourism patient acquisition is becoming increasingly competitive. With Google Ads, you can reach the right people at the right moment when they are searching. A data-driven approach ensures your budget is spent only on real potential patients.
Why don't you start by creating ads?
Creating ads before analysing the market means inefficient use of resources. The research phase builds the foundation of the campaign and ensures the budget targets real opportunities.
What do demand generation campaigns do?
They build brand awareness through YouTube, Gmail, and Discover, directing users to start searching. These campaigns form the first stage of the sales funnel and improve search campaign performance in the long run.
How is conversion tracking set up?
A complete tracking infrastructure is built using Google Ads, GA4, GTM, and Looker Studio. Every conversion — form submissions, WhatsApp clicks, phone calls — is tracked individually.
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