SmartSched: An Automated Doctor Appointment and Patient Scheduling System for Southville 4 Barangay Caingin Health Center

This study focuses on the design and development of SmartSched: An Automated Doctor Appointment and Patient Scheduling System for Southville 4 Barangay Caingin Health Center. The system aims to improve the management of patient appointments, doctor schedules, and health center records by providing a centralized digital platform accessible through a web-based environment. Through this system, patients can conveniently request and monitor appointments, while health center staff can efficiently manage schedules, patient information, and service records. The system also provides automated SMS and email notifications to remind patients of their upcoming appointments. By implementing SmartSched, the study seeks to reduce patient waiting time, minimize scheduling conflicts, and improve the overall efficiency and organization of healthcare service delivery at the barangay health center.