Computer program deals with patients who fail to keep appointments

A problem faced by patients seeking medical attention is often getting a clinic appointment at a time convenient to them. Conversely, cancellations, and more crucially "no-shows", by patients can disrupt the day-to-day scheduling of a medical practice leading to frustration for patients and staff alike as well as affecting efficiency in a negative manner and leading to lost revenue.

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