An-Najah National University 

           Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology Presented in partial     

   Fulfillment of the requirements for Bachelor 

      Degree in Computer Engineering 

                                   Graduation Project 1 

 

Smart Hospital Enhancement System      

                        (SHES) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Presented By:                                                        Supervisor: 

Amer Hatem   (12029619)                                     Eng. Muhannad AL-Jabi 

    Sami Haji        (12042708) 

 

 

Presented on the 28ᵗʰ of June, 2025 

 

 

 



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Acknowledgment: 

 

Praise be to Allah, the Lord of the Worlds, who granted us the strength, patience, and knowledge to 

complete this graduation project. 

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our families, whose continuous encouragement 

and unwavering support were a source of strength throughout this journey. 

Our sincere appreciation goes to An-Najah National University, especially the Faculty of 

Engineering and Information Technology, and the Department of Computer Engineering, for 

providing us with the academic foundation and technical skills to undertake this project. 

We are deeply thankful to our supervisor, Eng. Muhannad Al-Jabi, for his valuable guidance, 

insightful feedback, and continuous motivation that enriched our project and contributed greatly to 

its success. 

We also thank our friends and colleagues who supported us during the development of the Smart 

Hospital Enhancement System (SHES), whether through collaboration, reviews, or moral support. 

This achievement is the result of a collective effort, and we are truly grateful to everyone who 

contributed to it. 

 



II  

Disclaimer: 

 
This report was written by students Amer Hatem and Sami Haji at the Computer Engineering 

Department, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, An-Najah National University. It 

has not been altered or corrected beyond basic editorial adjustments, and it may contain language or 

content errors. The views, results, and recommendations presented in this report are solely those of the 

authors. 

An-Najah National University assumes no responsibility or liability for the consequences of using this 

report for purposes other than those intended within the academic context.    



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Contents: 

Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 2 

1.1 General Background ................................................................................................................... 2 

1.2 Objectives ..................................................................................................................................... 2 

1.3 Organization of the Report ......................................................................................................... 2 

Theoretical Background and Previous Work ........................................................................................ 3 

2.1 Theoretical Background ............................................................................................................. 3 

2.1.1 Smart Healthcare Platforms .................................................................................................. 3 

2.1.2 Digital Systems in Healthcare ............................................................................................... 3 

2.1.3 User-Centered Design in Hospital Interfaces ........................................................................ 3 

2.2 Previous Work and Literature Review ...................................................................................... 4 

Methodology ............................................................................................................................................... 6 

3.1 Standards and Specifications ...................................................................................................... 6 

3.2 Security used in the project ........................................................................................................ 6 

3.3 Diagrams ...................................................................................................................................... 7 

3.3.1 ER Diagram ........................................................................................................................... 7 

3.3.2 Use case diagrams ................................................................................................................. 8 

3.4 User Interface Overview ........................................................................................................... 11 

3.4.1 WEB .................................................................................................................................... 11 

3.4.2 MOBILE APPLICATION ................................................................................................... 30 

Results and Discussion ............................................................................................................................. 50 

4.1 Functionality and User Experience .......................................................................................... 50 

4.2 Anticipated Impact on Service Providers ................................................................................ 50 

4.3 Anticipated Impact on Clients .................................................................................................. 50 

4.4 Integrating Features from Existing Platforms ........................................................................ 51 

4.5 Discussion ................................................................................................................................... 51 

Conclusion ................................................................................................................................................. 52 

5.1 Summary .................................................................................................................................... 52 

5.2 Recommendations for Improvement ....................................................................................... 52 

5.3 Lessons Learned ........................................................................................................................ 52 

5.4 Future Work and Directions .................................................................................................... 53 

5.5 References .................................................................................................................................. 53 



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Table of Figure: 

 

FIGURE 3.1: ERD1 DIAGRAM .................................................................................................................. 7 

FIGURE 3.2: ERD2 DIAGRAM .................................................................................................................. 8 

FIGURE 3.3: ERD3 DIAGRAM .................................................................................................................. 9 

FIGURE 3.4: ERD DIAGRAM .................................................................................................................. 10 

FIGURE 3.5.1: HOME PAGE .................................................................................................................... 11 

FIGURE 3.5.2: HOME PAGE .................................................................................................................... 12 

FIGURE 3.6:SERVICE PAGE ................................................................................................................... 13 

FIGURE 3.7: ABOUT PAGE ..................................................................................................................... 14 

FIGURE 3.7.1: DOCTORS PAGE ............................................................................................................. 15 

FIGURE 3.7.2: DOCTORS PAGE ............................................................................................................. 16 

FIGURE 3.7.3: CONTACT PAGE ............................................................................................................. 17 

FIGURE 3.8: REGISTER PAGE ................................................................................................................ 18 

FIGURE 3.9: VERIFY EMAIL PAGE ....................................................................................................... 19 

FIGURE 3.10: LOGIN PAGE .................................................................................................................... 19 

FIGURE 3.11: RESET PASSWORD PAGE .............................................................................................. 20 

FIGURE 3.12: ADMIN DASHBOARD PAGE .......................................................................................... 20 

FIGURE 3.13: USERS PAGE .................................................................................................................... 21 

FIGURE 3.14: FEEDBACK PAGE ............................................................................................................ 21 

FIGURE 3.15: SUPERVISOR DASHBOARD PAGE ............................................................................... 22 

FIGURE 3.16: ASSIGN PATIENT PAGE ................................................................................................. 22 

FIGURE 3.17: PERFORMANCE PAGE ................................................................................................... 23 

FIGURE 3.18: DOCTOR DASHBOARD PAGE ........................................................................................ 23 

FIGURE 3.19: TASKS AND HISTORY PAGE ........................................................................................ 24 

FIGURE 3.20: PATIENT MANAGEMENT PAGE .................................................................................. 24 

FIGURE 3.21: LEAVE AND SCHEDULE PAGE .................................................................................... 25 

FIGURE 3.22: NOTIFICATIONS PAGE .................................................................................................. 25 

FIGURE 3.23: PATIENT DASHBOARD PAGE ...................................................................................... 26 

FIGURE 3.24: PATIENT PROFILE PAGE ............................................................................................... 26 

FIGURE 3.25: DOCTORS PAGE ............................................................................................................... 27 

FIGURE 3.26: MY APPOINTMENTS PAGE ........................................................................................... 27 

FIGURE 3.27: REPORT PAGE ................................................................................................................. 28 

FIGURE 3.28: CHAT PAGE ...................................................................................................................... 28 



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FIGURE 3.29: 404 PAGE ........................................................................................................................... 29 

FIGURE 3.30: LOGIN PAGE .................................................................................................................... 30 

FIGURE 3.31: REGISTER  PAGE ............................................................................................................. 31 

FIGURE 3.32: OTP CODE ......................................................................................................................... 32 

FIGURE 3.33: VERIFY EMAIL  PAGE .................................................................................................... 33 

FIGURE 3.30.1: RESET PASSWORD  PAGE .......................................................................................... 30 

FIGURE 3.34: PATIENT PAGE ................................................................................................................ 34 

FIGURE 3.35: PATIENT PROFILE PAGE ............................................................................................... 35 

FIGURE 3.36: PATIENT PROFILE EDIT PAGE ..................................................................................... 36 

FIGURE 3.37: DOCTORS PAGE .............................................................................................................. 37 

FIGURE 3.38: MY APPOINTMENT PAGE............................................................................................... 38 

FIGURE 3.39: MY REPORTS PAGE ......................................................................................................... 39 

FIGURE 3.40: CHAT WITH DOCTORS PAGE ......................................................................................... 40 

FIGURE 3.41: CHAT AI PAGE .................................................................................................................. 41 

FIGURE 3.42: DOCTOR DASHBOARD PAGE ........................................................................................ 42 

FIGURE 3.43: NOTIFICATIONS PAGE .................................................................................................... 43 

FIGURE 3.44: CHAT WITH PATIENTS PAGE ........................................................................................ 44 

FIGURE 3.45: MY TASKS PAGE .............................................................................................................. 45 

FIGURE 3.46: PATIENT MANAGEMENTS PAGE ................................................................................... 46 

FIGURE 3.47: LEAVE REQUEST PAGE .................................................................................................. 47 

FIGURE 3.48: APPOINTMENT MANAGEMENT PAGE ......................................................................... 48 

FIGURE 3.49: RATE DOCTOR PAGE BY PATIENT ............................................................................... 49 



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Abstract: 

Healthcare institutions today face growing operational challenges such as inefficient patient 

scheduling, delayed decision-making for administrative approvals, and the lack of structured 

performance evaluation systems for medical staff. These challenges often lead to longer patient wait 

times, supply shortages, increased hospital costs, and reduced quality of care. 

The Smart Hospital Enhancement System (SHES) is a web-based platform designed to modernize 

hospital operations through AI-powered automation, real-time data tracking, and streamlined 

workflows. SHES complements existing Hospital Information Systems (HIS) by acting as a 

modular enhancement layer that focuses on improving five core domains: appointment scheduling, 

doctor performance tracking, leave management, and patient interaction. 

Unlike traditional hospital systems that prioritize administrative users, SHES actively involves 

patients by providing them with access to their medical history, appointment schedules, AI-based 

preliminary diagnosis tools, and feedback mechanisms. The system also allows hospital supervisors 

to monitor doctor workload, manage leave requests, and ensure fair patient-doctor distribution using 

intelligent algorithms. 

This project delivers a robust and scalable hospital management enhancement system that includes: 

 Smart appointment scheduling with fallback recommendations when doctors are unavailable. 

 A performance scoring system that evaluates doctors based on feedback, efficiency, and          

          punctuality. 

 An automated leave request and approval workflow to reduce delays. 

 A responsive user interface for patients, doctors, supervisors, and administrators. 

By addressing the inefficiencies of traditional hospital management systems, SHES aims to provide 

a modern, patient-centered, and data-driven solution that enhances overall hospital performance and 

improves the quality of healthcare delivery. 



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Chapter 1: 

Introduction: 

 
1.1 General Background 

Hospitals in Palestine still operate using traditional or semi-digital systems that struggle to 

keep up with the growing demands of modern healthcare. Critical areas such as appointment 

scheduling, doctor availability, leave management, and patient follow-up are often handled 

manually or inefficiently. These limitations result in scheduling errors, delayed responses, 

excessive administrative workload, and poor communication between staff and patients. 

To address these issues, the Smart Hospital Enhancement System (SHES) was developed as a 

standalone software solution that integrates seamlessly with existing hospital infrastructures. 

SHES leverages intelligent algorithms and AI-based features to streamline hospital operations, 

enhance doctor performance management, and improve patient experience—all without 

replacing the existing Hospital Information System (HIS)  

 

 

1.2 Objectives 

The aim of SHES is to simplify hospital operations by providing intelligent tools that reduce 

manual intervention and improve workflow efficiency. It seeks to automate appointment 

scheduling, minimize delays through AI-assisted suggestions, and allow patients to analyze 

their symptoms before visiting a doctor. The platform also supports tracking doctor 

performance using structured metrics such as punctuality and patient feedback, and digitizes 

leave requests through a streamlined approval process. By offering dedicated interfaces and 

real-time notifications, SHES enhances collaboration between hospital users and improves 

overall service quality 

 

1.3 Organization of the Report 

This report begins with a review of the theoretical background and related hospital systems in 

Chapter 2. Chapter 3 covers the development methodology and the technologies used to build 

SHES. Chapter 4 details the design aspects, including the database schema, system diagrams, 

and interface components. Chapter 5 presents the implementation results and discusses key 

challenges and outcomes. Chapter 6 introduces suggested improvements and possible future 

extensions. Finally, Chapter 7 provides a conclusion with a summary of what has been learned 

and achieved throughout the project. 



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Chapter 2 

Theoretical Background and Previous Work 

 
2.1 Theoretical Background 

2.1.1 Smart Healthcare Platforms 

Modern healthcare platforms are evolving to become more intelligent and responsive. Unlike 

legacy Hospital Information Systems (HIS) that mainly focus on storing patient data and 

managing internal documentation, smart platforms like SHES incorporate real-time decision-

making tools, AI-based features, and direct interaction with patients and staff. These systems 

focus on improving hospital flow and empowering users to access relevant data and services 

without administrative bottlenecks. 

 

2.1.2 Digital Systems in Healthcare 

The rise of digital transformation in healthcare has enabled institutions to adopt technologies 

such as web portals, cloud-based databases, AI tools [4], and mobile interfaces to streamline 

hospital operations. Digital systems have been especially valuable in areas like appointment 

management, patient feedback collection, and doctor evaluation. SHES is designed to leverage 

these advancements by providing a responsive, real-time platform that connects all users through 

structured digital workflows. 

 

2.1.3 User-Centered Design in Hospital Interfaces 

User Experience (UX) design is a critical factor in the success of healthcare applications. In 

SHES, the design process focused on usability, accessibility [5], and clarity for all user roles. The 

system’s interface is role-specific—ensuring doctors, patients, supervisors, and administrators 

each interact with tailored dashboards. The goal is to reduce cognitive load, prevent errors, and 

improve overall satisfaction through a clean, intuitive design. By prioritizing patient interaction, 

real-time feedback, and visual simplicity, SHES enhances user engagement across the system. 



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2.2 Previous Work and Literature Review 

Numerous studies have been conducted on the digital transformation of healthcare systems, 

particularly in the areas of smart scheduling, patient engagement, and workflow automation. As 

hospitals continue to adopt technology-driven solutions, the focus has shifted from simple data 

management to intelligent systems that actively support clinical and administrative decision-making. 

Several academic and industrial projects have explored the integration of AI and automation into 

hospital workflows. Research highlights the importance of user-centered systems that provide real-

time interaction between patients and medical staff. Systems such as Electronic Medical Records 

(EMRs) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS) primarily focus on record-keeping but often lack 

features that support intelligent recommendations, patient self-service, and dynamic workflow 

management. This gap creates opportunities for enhancement platforms like SHES, which are 

designed to operate alongside traditional systems without replacing them. 

The concept of smart scheduling has been a central topic in recent healthcare research. Intelligent 

scheduling algorithms have been shown to reduce waiting times, balance doctor workload, and 

improve resource utilization. Studies also emphasize the role of fault-tolerant scheduling systems 

that suggest alternative times or available staff based on real-time data—an approach integrated into 

SHES to prevent appointment conflicts and improve patient access. 

In addition, literature has highlighted the growing need for structured doctor performance 

monitoring systems. Previous work supports the use of quantitative and qualitative metrics—such as 

patient feedback, punctuality, and case load—to assess doctor efficiency. These insights informed 

the design of SHES’s scoring system, which helps supervisors monitor performance trends and make 

data-driven decisions. 

User experience (UX) also plays a critical role in healthcare platforms. Research stresses the 

importance of clean interfaces, role-specific views, and easy navigation to reduce human error and 

increase satisfaction. Systems that apply visual hierarchy, accessibility standards, and responsive 

design principles tend to achieve higher usability scores. SHES was designed with these principles in 

mind, offering dedicated interfaces for patients, doctors, supervisors, and admins. 

Overall, while various hospital systems address data storage or clinical documentation, few have 

achieved a cohesive solution that includes intelligent scheduling, AI-powered symptom analysis, 

role-based dashboards, and automated approval workflows—all of which SHES aims to unify in one 

platform.



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Mobile healthcare applications have become an essential component of digital hospital ecosystems. 

However, many development teams overlook critical accessibility and usability principles, especially 

for mobile interfaces. In healthcare, ensuring accessibility is even more important due to the 

diversity of users, including elderly patients and those with disabilities. The SHES platform 

addresses this by adopting responsive design and role-specific interfaces that are optimized for both 

desktop and mobile devices, providing a seamless and intuitive experience across screen sizes and 

user types. 

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the digital transformation of healthcare, highlighting the need 

for remote services, virtual appointments, and mobile patient engagement. With smartphones and 

tablets becoming primary tools for accessing health services, platforms like SHES must ensure high 

performance, reliability, and accessibility for mobile users. This includes designing with touch 

interactions, clear visual layouts, and mobile-friendly features such as notifications and simplified 

scheduling. 

Additionally, as digital healthcare platforms handle sensitive personal and medical information, 

robust data protection is crucial. SHES incorporates secure authentication mechanisms such as JWT 

tokens,[1] encrypted password storage using Bcrypt, and role-based access controls to prevent 

unauthorized access. The system follows best practices in web security, including HTTPS 

enforcement, protection against injection attacks, and regular validation of user input to safeguard 

against vulnerabilities. 

By integrating accessibility principles, mobile responsiveness, and strong security frameworks, 

SHES aims to deliver a healthcare platform that not only meets the operational needs of hospitals but 

also complies with modern standards of usability, privacy, and user trust. 



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Chapter 3 

Methodology 
In this chapter, we provide a comprehensive overview of the development approach followed in 

building the Smart Hospital Enhancement System (SHES). The system was developed to support 

multiple user roles, including doctors, patients, supervisors, and administrators, each of whom 

interacts with the platform in a different context. The solution was designed as a full-stack web 

and mobile application using modern tools that ensure scalability, maintainability, and security. 

This chapter outlines the tools, technologies, and design decisions used during implementation, 

along with the structure of the interfaces developed for both web and mobile platforms. 

 

3.1 Standards and Specifications 

The SHES platform was developed using modern, reliable technologies to ensure scalability and 

efficiency. The web interface was built using React, while the mobile app was created with React 

Native to support both Android and iOS from a single codebase. 

For the backend, we used ASP.NET Core (C#) with Entity Framework Core and the Code-First 

approach, and we followed the principles of Clean Architecture [2] to maintain separation of 

concerns and improve testability and maintainability. Communication between frontend and 

backend was implemented via RESTful APIs, and development was carried out using Visual 

Studio and Visual Studio Code. 

 

3.2 Security used in the project 

To protect sensitive health data, SHES implements several key security measures. JWT tokens 

are used for user authentication and secure API access, while Bcrypt encrypts passwords before 

storing them in the database. 

Frontend route protection ensures users only access authorized pages based on their roles. The 

backend enforces role-based authorization to control access to system features and data.



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3.3 Diagram 

 
3.3.1 ERD Diagram 

 

 

Figure 3.1: ERD1 Diagram 



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Figure 3.2: ERD2 diagram 



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Figure 3.3: ERD3 diagram 



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Figure 3.4: ERD  diagram 



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3.4 User Interface Overview 
3.4.1 WEB 

 

 

Figure 3.5.1: Home Page 
 



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Figure 3.5.2: Home Page 



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Figure 3.6: Services Page 



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Figure 3.7:About Page 

 

 

 



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Figure 3.7.1:Doctors  Page 

 

 



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Figure 3.7.2: Doctors  Page 



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Figure 3.7.3:Contact  Page 

 



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Figure 3.8: Register Page 

 



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Figure 3.9: Verify Email Page 

 

 

Figure 3.10: Login Page 



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Figure 3.11: Reset Password Page 

 

 

Figure 3.12: Admin Dashboard Page 

 



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Figure 3.13: Users Page 

 

 
Figure 3.14: Feedback Page 



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Figure 3.15: Supervisor  Dashboard Page 

 

  

Figure 3.16: Assign Patient Page 



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Figure 3.17: Performance Page 

 

 

 

Figure 3.18: Doctor  Dashboard Page 

 
 

 

 

 



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Figure 3.19:Tasks And History Page 

 

 

 

Figure 3.20: Patient Management Page 

 
 

 

 

 



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Figure 3.21: Leave And Schedule Page 

 

 

 

 

Figure 3.22: Notifications Page 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



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Figure 3.23: Patient  Dashboard Page 

 

 

 

 

  

 
 

Figure 3.24: Patient  Profile  Page 
 

  

  

 

 

 



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Figure 3.25: Doctors Page 

  
Figure 3.26: My Appointments Page 



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Figure 3.27: Report Page 

 

  
 

 
Figure 3.28: Chat Page



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Figure 3.29: 404 Page



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3.4.2 MOBILE APPLICATION 

 

 
 

Figure 3.30: login Page 

 

 

 
 

Figure 3.30.1: Reset Password  Page 

  



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Figure 3.31: Register  Page



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Figure 3.32: OTP Code



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Figure 3.33: Verify Email  Page



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Figure 3.34: Patient Page



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Figure 3.35: Patient Profile Page



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Figure 3.36: Patient Profile Edit Page



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Figure 3.37: Doctors  Page



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Figure 3.38: My Appointment  Page



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Figure 3.39: My Reports Page



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Figure 3.40: Chat With Doctors Page



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Figure 3.41: Chat Ai  Page 



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Figure 3.42: Doctor Dashboard  Page 



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Figure 3.43: Notifications Page 

 



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Figure 3.44: Chat With Patients  Page 

 



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Figure 3.45: My Tasks Page 

 



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Figure 3.46: Patient Managements Page 

 



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Figure 3.47: Leave Request  Page 



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    Figure 3.48: Appointment Management Page 

 



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    Figure 3.49: Rate Doctor Page 

 

 



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Chapter 4 

Results and Discussion 

 
4.1 Functionality and User Experience 

The SHES platform was designed to provide a seamless and intuitive experience for all users, 

including patients, doctors, supervisors, and administrators. The system features role-specific 

dashboards, responsive interfaces for web and mobile, and clearly organized workflows. Users 

can easily navigate through appointment scheduling, medical history access, leave request 

management, and feedback submission. The AI-powered symptom analysis tool adds an extra 

layer of interactivity, helping patients engage with the system even before their clinical visit. 

 

 

4.2 Anticipated Impact on Hospital Staff 

Although SHES has not yet been deployed in a real hospital setting, its features are expected to 

significantly reduce administrative burden on staff. Doctors can manage schedules and leaves 

more efficiently, supervisors can monitor performance and approve requests in real-time, and 

administrators can maintain structured oversight of the entire hospital flow. The smart 

scheduling system reduces the chance of double bookings or missed appointments, while 

automated notifications keep everyone updated on changes or approvals. 

 

4.3 Anticipated Impact on Patients 

Even without live patient feedback, SHES has been developed with a patient-first mindset. 

Patients are expected to benefit from clearer access to appointment options, medical histories, 

and symptom assessments. By empowering patients to take an active role in their healthcare 

journey—through features like feedback submission, chat with doctors, and appointment 

tracking—SHES fosters a more transparent and interactive hospital experience. 

 

 



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4.4 Integrating Features from Existing Systems 

SHES builds on the strengths of existing hospital systems but introduces enhancements that are 

often missing in traditional HIS platforms. It includes intelligent automation, AI-driven 

interactions, and structured role-based access in a unified, user-friendly environment. The system 

was designed to operate as an enhancement layer rather than a replacement, making integration 

with existing infrastructures smoother and more cost-effective. 

 

4.5 Discussion 

The development of SHES was driven by real challenges observed in healthcare environments, 

such as poor scheduling, lack of feedback mechanisms, and manual administrative tasks. By 

focusing on user roles, workflow automation, and mobile access, SHES aims to deliver a 

balanced system that improves efficiency without increasing complexity. While the current 

version was developed for demonstration and testing purposes, its architecture and features make 

it well-suited for future real-world deployment. The success of the platform will depend on 

continuous iteration, user feedback, and integration with live hospital data systems to maximize 

its impact. 



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Chapter 5 

Conclusion 

 
5.1 Summary 

The SHES project was developed to enhance hospital workflows by providing an intelligent, 

user-friendly platform that bridges the gap between traditional hospital management systems and 

modern digital healthcare needs. The system offers distinct interfaces for patients, doctors, 

supervisors, and administrators—each tailored to their respective roles—while introducing 

features like AI-based symptom analysis, smart appointment scheduling, and structured leave 

request management. The web and mobile applications were designed with usability and 

scalability in mind, and their successful integration demonstrates the project's ability to improve 

healthcare efficiency and patient engagement 

5.2 Recommendations for Improvement 

Although the SHES platform meets its current objectives, several enhancements can be 

considered to increase its impact. Future versions can incorporate machine learning to further 

personalize the AI [3]symptom analyzer and optimize scheduling recommendations based on 

historical data. Multilingual support would help broaden accessibility, especially in diverse 

healthcare environments. Advanced features like video consultation modules, real-time chat 

between patients and doctors, and integration with wearable health devices could significantly 

improve interactivity and responsiveness.  

5.3 Lessons Learned 

Throughout the development of SHES, several key lessons were learned. The importance of 

designing with the end-user in mind was central to creating an effective solution. Building a 

healthcare platform requires close attention to privacy, security, and ease of use. We also 

realized that incorporating modular architecture (Clean Architecture) and following best 

practices in backend and frontend development greatly improved maintainability. Finally, the 

project highlighted the critical role of secure data handling and role-based access in medical 

systems where information sensitivity is a top priority. 

 



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5.4 Future Work and Directions 
 

Future versions of the SHES platform can include several enhancements to extend its capabilities 

and adaptability in real-world hospital environments. One key improvement would be the addition 

of multilingual support, making the system more accessible to a broader user base, including 

patients and staff who speak different languages. 

 

Another important direction is the integration of video consultation functionality, allowing patients 

to connect remotely with doctors—especially valuable in emergency situations or for follow-up 

visits. The AI-based symptom analysis module can also be upgraded using machine learning 

techniques and historical patient data to provide more accurate and personalized diagnostic 

suggestions. 

 

In terms of communication, SHES could be enhanced with real-time notification systems using 

SMS or mobile push notifications, ensuring that users are promptly informed about appointment 

updates, test results, or administrative approvals. 

 

Finally, although not implemented in the current version, the addition of a smart inventory 

management module remains a valuable future goal. This would allow supervisors and admins to 

monitor medication and supply levels, receive alerts for low-stock items, and automate restocking 

processes based on usage trends—thereby improving hospital resource efficiency. 

 

 

5.5 References: 

[1] Housley, B. (2020). Securing Web Applications with JSON Web Tokens (JWT). O'Reilly Media. 

[2] Martin, R. C. (2017). Clean Architecture: A Craftsman's Guide to Software Structure and Design. Prentice 

Hall. 

[3] Topol, E. (2019). Deep Medicine: How Artificial Intelligence Can Make Healthcare Human Again. Basic 

Books. 

[4] Xu, Z., & Cai, L. (2020). Intelligent appointment scheduling in healthcare using deep reinforcement learning. 

Journal of Biomedical Informatics, 109, 103541. 

[5] Johnson, C. M., Johnson, T. R., & Zhang, J. (2005). A user-centered framework for redesigning health care 

interfaces. Journal of Biomedical Informatics, 38(1), 75–87. 


	Graduation Project 1
	Acknowledgment:
	Disclaimer:

	Contents:
	Abstract:

	Chapter 1:
	Introduction:
	1.1 General Background
	1.2 Objectives
	1.3 Organization of the Report

	Chapter 2
	2.1 Theoretical Background
	2.1.1 Smart Healthcare Platforms
	2.1.2 Digital Systems in Healthcare
	2.1.3 User-Centered Design in Hospital Interfaces

	2.2 Previous Work and Literature Review

	Chapter 3
	3.1 Standards and Specifications
	3.2 Security used in the project
	3.3 Diagram
	3.3.1 ERD Diagram

	3.4 User Interface Overview
	3.4.1 WEB
	3.4.2 MOBILE APPLICATION



	Chapter 4
	Results and Discussion
	4.1 Functionality and User Experience
	4.2 Anticipated Impact on Hospital Staff
	4.3 Anticipated Impact on Patients
	4.4 Integrating Features from Existing Systems
	4.5 Discussion


	Chapter 5
	Conclusion
	5.1 Summary
	5.2 Recommendations for Improvement
	5.3 Lessons Learned
	5.4 Future Work and Directions
	5.5 References: