PROJECT 02: HOSPITAL
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
DATCOM Lab
NEU-College of Technology
National Economics University
Email: [email protected]
Project Objective
The objective of this project is to develop a robust digital management system to stream-
line hospital operations, enhance patient care, manage appointments efficiently, and op-
timize financial and administrative processes.
Database and Programming Languages
• Database Management System: MySQL
• Programming Language: Python
Detailed Project Requirements
System Analysis and Requirements
• Manage comprehensive details regarding patients, doctors, medical departments,
appointments, and financial transactions.
Main Functionalities
• Patient management (add, update, delete, search patient information).
• Doctor management (add, update doctor details and specialties).
• Department management (define, update, and manage departments).
• Appointment scheduling and management.
• Invoice creation and financial tracking.
• Generate reports on patient visits and financial transactions.
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Database Design and Implementation
1. Data Model Design
• Construct Entity-Relationship (ER) diagrams.
• Convert ER diagrams into relational database schemas clearly indicating PK,
FK, and constraints.
2. Table Structures
• Patients (PatientID, PatientName, DateOfBirth, Gender, Address, PhoneNum-
ber)
• Doctors (DoctorID, DoctorName, DepartmentID, Specialty)
• Departments (DepartmentID, DepartmentName)
• Invoices (InvoiceID, PatientID, InvoiceDate, TotalAmount)
• Appointments (AppointmentID, DoctorID, PatientID, AppointmentDate, Ap-
pointmentTime)
3. Sample Data
• Populate each table with 5-10 representative records.
• Generate a database diagram using MySQL Workbench.
Advanced Database Objects
• Indexes: Create indexes to speed up query execution.
• Views: Generate views for frequently accessed queries (e.g., daily appointments).
• Stored Procedures: Automate operations such as appointment management and
invoicing.
• User Defined Functions: Develop custom functions for specialized computations
(e.g., billing).
• Triggers: Automatically update related data upon appointments or invoicing.
Database Security and Administration
• Configure user roles, permissions, and security settings.
• Propose comprehensive data security solutions.
• Implement effective backup and recovery procedures.
• Apply database performance optimization strategies.
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Python Application Development
• Database Connection: Integrate Python with MySQL using mysql-connector-
python or SQLAlchemy.
• Data Management: Write Python scripts for managing patient and doctor data,
handling appointments, and generating invoices.
• Queries and Reports: Develop automated statistical and financial reports.
• Interactive Interface: Optional GUI or command-line interface to facilitate end-
user interaction.
Deliverables
• Comprehensive report adhering to university guidelines (20-30 pages).
• Detailed analysis, complete implementation results, conclusions, and recommenda-
tions.
• Database diagrams, all SQL scripts, and fully documented Python source code.
Conclusion and Recommendations
• Summarize project outcomes and achievements.
• Suggest improvements for future expansions or enhancements.
References
• Include complete references for all resources used in the project.
