Hey everyone! I really appreciate you taking the time to read this. I have some web development experience, mostly from building sites for my health checkup centers using WordPress and Elementor after learning from YouTube. Now, I need to implement an appointment system on one of my websites, but I'm not sure where to start.
Here's what I need: I have ten different locations where multiple doctors work, each with a set schedule. I want to create a booking form that allows users to fill in their personal details, select their preferred location, and then see a list of doctors that are available at that location. After choosing a doctor, they should be able to pick a 15-minute time slot during the three-hour period that the doctor is present. Lastly, I'd like the chosen location and the main office to receive an email confirmation of the appointment, though this part is optional if it complicates things.
Is there any way to set this up? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance!
5 Answers
You can absolutely build this! 🎉 The easiest way, without getting too stressed, is to use a booking plugin like Amelia or Bookly. They can handle all your requirements pretty smoothly.
If you're going for a self-hosted WordPress setup, I recommend using site hosts like Nixihost. They’ve been reliable for me. For your booking system, Amelia or Bookly will work perfectly—they support multiple locations, let you set 15-minute slots, and can send appointment confirmations. Make sure to pair it with WP Mail SMTP for consistent email notifications!
Honestly, if you're feeling overwhelmed, you might just want to hire someone to set this up for you.
Have you checked out the WordPress booking calendar plugin? It might have the features you're looking for!
I’ve had great success with Booknetic for similar needs. It’s a one-time purchase and includes options for multiple locations. You should give it a look! Check out their demos at booknetic.com.
No, I haven't tried that yet. Does it allow for setting those specific conditions?