Project Overview
Developed during the COVID-19 pandemic, this web application addressed a critical need: helping patients quickly find appropriate healthcare facilities based on their symptoms and required medical specializations.
Problem Statement
During the pandemic, many patients struggled to:
- Find hospitals with available capacity
- Locate specialists for specific conditions
- Get accurate information about hospital services
- Navigate the healthcare system efficiently
Solution
Features
Smart Search System
- Symptom-based hospital matching
- Specialization filters
- Location-based results
- Real-time availability indicators
Admin Panel
- CRUD operations for diseases and hospitals
- Hospital capacity management
- Doctor specialization tracking
- Analytics dashboard
Technical Implementation
- Backend: Django with PostgreSQL
- Frontend: Tailwind CSS for responsive design
- Search: Custom matching algorithm for symptom-to-specialization mapping
- Deployment: Configured for rapid scaling during peak usage
Impact
- Helped hundreds of patients find appropriate care
- Reduced phone calls to hospitals
- Improved resource allocation visibility
- Open-source contribution to healthcare tech