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HospiTrack

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Amoni Kevin

Jemimah Njuguna

Charity Otieno

Everlyne Waringa

Acquino Quinto

Fredrick Muema

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MY TEAM

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Healthcare

Problem Statement: Overcrowding in hospitals.

Impact on patients: prolonged waiting periods, compromised dignity, and fatalities

Root causes: lack of infrastructure, medical personnel, and improper management

This causes poor service delivery to patients.

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User Persona

  • Name: Ekiru Esekon
  • Occupation: Motorist
  • Background: Living in the suburbs of Turkana county, interested in politics
  • Demographics: 28 years old, male, location in Katilu, Turkana
  • Income: 150 kes per day

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Affected Population

  • The most affected population: poor people who can't access private medications
  • Overcrowding in public hospitals due to limited access and congestion
  • Marginalized areas facing the severe impact of the issue

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Data

Statistics of Affected Population

Source:http://dsl.health.go.ke/timeseries?id=93320&ouid=18&level=undefined&pe=2021

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Data

Number of Patients With each year of Record

Source:http://dsl.health.go.ke/timeseries?id=93320&ouid=18&level=undefined&pe=2021

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Solution: Mobile Application

Introducing a user-friendly mobile application to address the challenge.

Features of the application:

  • Booking services to hospitals of the patient's choice, eliminating the need to wait in the hospital
  • Online diagnosis for mild symptoms and treatment recommendations to reduce frequent visit to hospitals.
  • Offline capability and multilingual support
  • Appointment scheduling, medication reminders, and access to health records
  • Hospital traffic monitor to easen the decision making of the user while booking.

The solution will be effective since users will be able to access this services at the comfort of their phones.

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Wireframe

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User's Frustration and Needs

Incorporating Geo-location for ease access routes to hospitals

Desire for a software solution integrated with AI for self-diagnosis and recommendations at home

Need for real-time information on hospital traffic in the user's area

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Recommendations

Convenient booking system,with offline capabilities to reduce waiting times at hospitals

Use of Chatbots for Online diagnosis and treatment for mild symptoms, avoiding physical visits

Increased reach and accessibility of healthcare services by using Location tracker on the app.

Improved patient experience and dignity

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What Next?

Open a startup, Hire Software Developers to start Development of the Application.

Registering of the Hospitals,Users and the doctors to the app.

Creation of a USSD code for users not using smartphones.

WHAT NEXT?

If Funded.

Branding and Marketing

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The WHY

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In conclusion, addressing hospital congestion and insufficient resources is vital for improving healthcare in Kenya. By utilizing user-friendly mobile applications, we can reduce waiting times, enhance access to quality healthcare, and empower patients. It is crucial to advocate for the adoption of these solutions, collaborate with stakeholders, and raise awareness about their benefits. Together, we can create a more efficient and patient-centric healthcare system that benefits all.

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APPENDICES

How the Solution Works

The use of an app that offers booking services to the patient's preferred hospital

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Patients can make appointments prior to their visit, eliminating the need to wait in line

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Online diagnosis for mild symptoms and treatment recommendations

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Improving the patient's experience by providing prompt treatment upon arrival

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Challenges Faced by Ekiru

High cost 0f diabetes medicines

Obesity as a health condition

Long queues at hospitals for medication

Distance of the hospital from his residence

Limited specialized doctors for his condition

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Impact of the Solution

REDUCED CONGESTION IN HOSPITALS, AS PATIENTS CAN BOOK IN ADVANCE

IMPROVED EFFICIENCY IN MANAGING PATIENT FLOW

ENHANCED ACCESS TO QUALITY HEALTHCARE FOR LOW-INCOME EARNERS

EMPOWERMENT OF PATIENTS THROUGH SELF-MANAGEMENT AND ENGAGEMENT WITH THEIR HEALTH

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Existing Efforts and Our Solution

  • Some hospitals already have ticketing systems, but they don't solve the overcrowding issue
  • Our solution complements existing systems by enabling patients to book in advance
  • Reducing the number of people present at the facility at a given time
  • Improving the overall management of patient flow and resource allocation

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Call to Action

Download and use the user-friendly mobile application to book hospital services in advance, reducing waiting times and improving access to healthcare.

Download and use

Encourage healthcare providers to integrate the mobile application into their systems, enabling seamless appointment scheduling and online diagnosis for mild symptoms.

Encourage

Advocate for the implementation of the mobile application in hospitals and healthcare facilities to enhance patient experience, streamline processes, and reduce congestion.

Advocate

Spread awareness about the benefits of the mobile application among low-income earners and marginalized communities, emphasizing its potential to improve their access to quality healthcare.

Spread

Support initiatives and organizations working towards the development and promotion of technology-driven solutions in the healthcare sector, such as the mobile application discussed.

Support

Collaborate with policymakers and stakeholders to prioritize the integration of technology solutions like the mobile application into the healthcare system, ensuring long-term sustainability and effectiveness.

Collaborate