Tracking Patient Movements Using an IoT and RFID System—A Case Study in a Romanian Clinic

Marian Stoica and Alexandru-Ionut Nitu ()
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Marian Stoica: Department of Economic Informatics and Cybernetics, Faculty of Cybernetics, Statistics, and Economic Informatics, School of Economic Informatics, Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 010552 Bucharest, Romania
Alexandru-Ionut Nitu: Department of Economic Informatics and Cybernetics, Faculty of Cybernetics, Statistics, and Economic Informatics, School of Economic Informatics, Bucharest University of Economic Studies, 010552 Bucharest, Romania

Logistics, 2025, vol. 9, issue 1, 1-14

Abstract: Background : In a world increasingly shaped by technological innovation, the healthcare sector plays an important role in society’s sustainable advancement. This study explores the use of IoT and RFID technologies to improve hospital operations and modernize healthcare services. Methods : We propose a patient tracking system that uses RFID wristbands for real-time monitoring of patient movement. The paper describes the system’s design, components, installation process, and evaluation. Results : The system was implemented and tested by a private healthcare provider in Romania. The results show improvements in operational efficiency, accuracy in tracking, and overall patient care. Conclusions : The use of RFID technology in healthcare offers a practical approach to improving hospital operations. This system proves the potential for more efficient patient management and better overall healthcare delivery.

Keywords: RFID-based IoT; hospital management; patient tracking; medical technology; emerging technology; real-time monitoring (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: L8 L80 L81 L86 L87 L9 L90 L91 L92 L93 L98 L99 M1 M10 M11 M16 M19 R4 R40 R41 R49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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