In a year when quality and patient safety are more important than ever, the implementation of a modern monitoring system at the “Prof. Dr. Ion Chiricuță” Oncology Institute in Cluj-Napoca marks a decisive step toward digitalization and control within the medical system. According to recent press reports, hospitalized patients now receive smart wristbands equipped with RFID technology, while the entire hospital operates on a comprehensive digital traceability platform.
Although the provider's name is not explicitly mentioned in the media coverage, the described system — real-time monitoring of patients, medical instruments, and sanitation processes through RFID wristbands and an integrated digital traceability platform- aligns perfectly with the solutions offered by Evomedix. Therefore, we can confidently state that Evomedix played a significant role in the successful deployment of this system.
What Was Implemented — and Why It Matters
Each hospitalized patient receives a wristband with a unique barcode, name, and mobility status indicator (green = mobile, yellow = needs assistance, red = immobilized). The system provides continuous monitoring, with position updates every ~2 seconds.
The platform ensures complete traceability for patients, medical instruments, and cleaning activities, allowing every event — from treatment administration and instrument sterilization to room sanitation and potential infection tracking — to be monitored digitally.
In the event of suspected (or confirmed) hospital-acquired infections, the platform can identify the room, other potentially exposed patients, and the involved staff, enabling rapid isolation and risk mitigation.
Official Recognition and Impact
The project received First Prize in the “Prevention and Control of Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI)” category at the Patient Safety Awards 2025. This distinction confirms that the system is not only technologically advanced but also institutionally validated as an effective measure for improving safety and care quality.
Dr. Delia Herghea — epidemiologist and project manager — explained that the digitalization initiative was driven by the need to comply with the standards of the National Authority for Quality Management in Healthcare (ANMCS), reduce the risk of hospital-acquired infections, improve sanitation and sterilization traceability, and modernize the hospital’s infrastructure.
Why It Matters for Patients and Medical Staff
Enhanced safety: Oncology patients are highly vulnerable to infections — the RFID + traceability system significantly reduces these risks.
Full transparency: Every element that interacts with the patient, instruments, sanitation, and staff is digitally tracked, providing clarity and control.
Rapid response in emergencies: Real-time location data and mobility indicators enable faster interventions, including during evacuations.
Reduced paperwork and improved efficiency: Staff no longer need to complete manual logs — everything is recorded and visible directly within the platform.