Project Title:

AI-Powered Chatbot for Healthcare Queries

Project Description:

The AI-Powered Chatbot for Healthcare Queries is an intelligent conversational system designed to assist patients and healthcare seekers by providing instant, accurate, and reliable medical information. Utilizing Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Machine Learning (ML) techniques, the chatbot can understand user input, interpret medical terminology, and deliver contextually relevant responses in real time.

The chatbot is built to address general healthcare-related questions such as symptoms, first-aid advice, medication guidance, and appointment scheduling. It acts as a virtual assistant to reduce the burden on medical staff and enhance patient engagement and self-care.

Key Features:

• Natural Language Understanding (NLU): Interprets user queries in natural language.

• Symptom Checker: Offers suggestions based on reported symptoms using medical databases.

• Health Tips & Information: Provides general wellness advice, disease prevention tips, and drug information.

• Appointment Booking (Optional Integration): Interfaces with hospital/clinic systems to manage appointments.

• Multilingual Support: Communicates in multiple languages to improve accessibility.

• 24/7 Availability: Always active, allowing users to get help anytime.

Technologies Used:

• Frontend: React.js / Angular (for user interface)

• Backend: Python (Flask / Django), Node.js

• NLP/NLU Frameworks: OpenAI GPT, Dialogflow, Rasa

• Database: MongoDB / PostgreSQL

• APIs: MedlinePlus, HealthFinder, custom healthcare knowledge bases

Use Cases:

• A patient checks symptoms and receives guidance on whether to seek medical help.

• A user asks for dietary advice related to a chronic condition like diabetes.

• The chatbot explains medication dosages and side effects.

• A user books or cancels an appointment via the bot interface.

Benefits:

• Reduces response time to patient queries.

• Enhances access to healthcare information.

• Supports overworked medical professionals.

• Increases healthcare awareness and patient education.