Hospital Appointment & Patient Portal for Ahmedabad Clinic

Transforming patient care through digital innovation

Built a secure appointment & patient portal enabling online bookings and teleconsultation, reducing appointment no-shows by 62% and improving patient onboarding by 40%.

Hospital Appointment & Patient Portal for Ahmedabad Clinic

Challenge

The Ahmedabad-based clinic was facing significant operational challenges with manual appointment management. The existing system led to:

  • Long wait times for patients trying to book appointments via phone
  • High no-show rates (approximately 35%) due to lack of reminders and easy rescheduling options
  • No centralized patient records, making it difficult for doctors to access patient history
  • Administrative overhead consuming valuable staff time
  • Limited teleconsultation capabilities, especially during the pandemic

The clinic needed a modern, secure digital solution that could streamline operations while maintaining patient privacy and data security.

Solution

Stellar Code System developed a comprehensive healthcare management platform consisting of:

1. Web-Based Patient Portal

  • Secure patient registration and login system with role-based access
  • Real-time appointment booking with doctor availability calendar
  • Patient profile management with medical history storage
  • Appointment history and upcoming appointments dashboard

2. Mobile Application

  • Native mobile app for both Android and iOS platforms
  • Push notifications for appointment reminders
  • Quick appointment booking on-the-go
  • Access to medical records and prescriptions

3. Admin Dashboard

  • Centralized appointment management system
  • Doctor schedule management
  • Patient record management
  • Analytics and reporting dashboard

4. Teleconsultation Module

  • Video consultation integration
  • Secure messaging between patients and doctors
  • Prescription management and e-prescription generation

5. Integration Features

  • EHR (Electronic Health Records) system integration
  • SMS and email notification system
  • Payment gateway integration for online consultations
  • Automated appointment reminder system

Technology Stack

  • Frontend: React.js, React Native for mobile apps
  • Backend: Node.js with Express.js
  • Database: MongoDB for flexible document storage
  • Authentication: JWT-based secure authentication
  • Cloud Services: AWS for hosting and data storage
  • Third-party Integrations: Twilio for SMS, SendGrid for emails, Zoom API for video consultations

Implementation Timeline

  • Phase 1 (Weeks 1-4): Requirements gathering, UI/UX design, database architecture
  • Phase 2 (Weeks 5-8): Core development - patient portal and admin dashboard
  • Phase 3 (Weeks 9-12): Mobile app development and integration
  • Phase 4 (Weeks 13-14): Testing, security audit, and deployment
  • Phase 5 (Week 15+): Training, go-live, and ongoing support

Results

The implementation delivered exceptional results:

Key Metrics:

  • 62% reduction in appointment no-shows - From 35% to approximately 13%
  • 40% faster patient onboarding - Reduced registration time from 15 minutes to 9 minutes
  • 4.9/5 patient satisfaction rating - Based on post-consultation surveys
  • 85% adoption rate - Within 3 months of launch
  • 30% reduction in administrative costs - Through automation and streamlined processes
  • 50% increase in teleconsultation appointments - Especially valuable during peak pandemic times

Business Impact:

  • Improved patient experience and satisfaction
  • Reduced administrative burden on staff
  • Better resource utilization and scheduling
  • Enhanced data security and compliance with healthcare regulations
  • Scalable platform ready for future expansion

Client Testimonial

Stellar Code System transformed our patient flow and reduced admin overhead drastically. The platform is intuitive, secure, and has significantly improved our operational efficiency. Our patients love the convenience of booking appointments online, and the reduction in no-shows has been remarkable. The team was professional, responsive, and delivered exactly what we needed.

Technical Highlights

  • HIPAA-compliant data security measures
  • Real-time synchronization across web and mobile platforms
  • Scalable architecture supporting future clinic expansion
  • Comprehensive analytics and reporting capabilities
  • Seamless integration with existing clinic management systems

Future Enhancements

The platform is designed to accommodate future enhancements including:

  • AI-powered appointment suggestions based on patient history
  • Integration with diagnostic labs and pharmacies
  • Advanced analytics for predictive healthcare insights
  • Expansion to multi-clinic management

This case study demonstrates Stellar Code System's expertise in developing healthcare technology solutions that combine user experience, security, and operational efficiency.