Real-World Impact of RFID Patient Tracking
After implementing the RFID-based patient tracking system, the healthcare provider saw immediate benefits in patient tracking, resource management, and workflow optimization. Although no comprehensive baseline data was available for direct comparison, insights gathered from staff and management confirmed significant improvements. The clinic even considered expanding the system to include automated notifications for families when a patient exits the operating room.
Key Findings
✔ Improved Efficiency – Staff spent less time searching for patients and resources.
✔ Enhanced Security – Interest from maternity clinics and elderly care facilities highlighted the potential for increased patient safety.
✔ Scalable & Adaptable – The system’s flexibility makes it suitable for various healthcare settings worldwide.
Technical Performance
- The system reliably detects whether a patient is in a specific room, with a tested range of up to 10 meters.
- Antennas can be added to larger rooms to ensure full coverage.
- A 30-second data collection interval was chosen to balance accuracy and responsiveness.
Patients Tracking System 