Taichung Veterans General Hospital, 1650, Sect. 4, Taiwan Boulevard, Xitun District (2025)

22/09/2025

2025 4th Asia-Pacific Sustainability Expo-Taichung Veterans General Hospital Sustainable Healthcare 🌍💡
From September 11th to 13th at the Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1, Taichung Veterans General Hospital will showcase its achievements in the Sustainable Healthcare section. Through three key themes—Sustainable Development, Smart Healthcare, and Green Circularity—we will share our innovative practices on the path toward sustainability:
🔹 Sustainable Development: Adopting international standards (GRI, SASB, TCFD), establishing healthcare sustainability performance indicators, and implementing hospital governance and social responsibility.
🔹 Smart Healthcare: Using e-paper to reduce paper consumption and improve patient safety; setting up an interactive VR zone for the public to experience clinical environments firsthand, fostering transparency and trust.
🔹 Green Circularity: Promoting medical plastic waste sorting and recycling, remanufacturing them into sharps containers, in order to achieve a circular economy and reduce the environmental burden.
Taichung Veterans General Hospital continues to uphold professionalism and responsibility, striving to build a modern hospital that integrates medical quality with social value. We also aim to actively align our goals with international standards to contribute to global healthcare sustainability. 💚

19/09/2025

Taichung Veterans General Hospital’s Major Construction & Integrity Platform Launch

To enhance medical research capacity and meet the housing needs of healthcare professionals, Taichung Veterans General Hospital will be constructing a Technology Building along with a Medical Staff Dormitory. On September 11, 2025 the Procurement Integrity Platform was officially launched, witnessed by both judicial and anti-corruption agencies, demonstrating our hospital’s commitment to transparency, fairness and integrity.

Technology Building: Planned facilities include an information workstation, biobank, international conference center, and clinical trial center, further establishing the hospital as a hub of medical innovation in central Taiwan.

Medical Staff Dormitory: Two 13-story buildings will provide 132 units and 924 beds, creating a friendly living environment to help support healthcare workers and encourage them to continue serving locally.

By collaborating with judicial and anti-corruption agencies, Taichung Veterans General Hospital is committed to safeguarding the quality of public construction projects while also laying a solid foundation for future medical innovation and sustainable development in central Taiwan.

19/09/2025

Congratulations! International Medical Trainees Have Completed Their Programs!

This week, two outstanding doctors successfully completed their training at Taichung Veterans General Hospital! We congratulate Dr. Trang Tien Dat from Vietnam and Dr. Bai Sitti Ameerah Asleah Baniaga Tago from the Philippines.

Dr. Trang Tien Dat
From Can Tho Central General Hospital in Vietnam, Dr. Trang Tien Dat completed a six-month training program at Taichung Veterans General Hospital. During this time, he diligently trained in the Department of Orthopedics, successfully completing training in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Endoscopic Spine Surgery, and Robotic Spine Surgery. While he was pleased to have achieved his training goals in Taiwan, he also candidly shared with us that he missed his family back home. Congratulations to Dr. Trang Tien Dat on completing the program and returning home to reunite with his loved ones!

Dr. Bai Sitti Ameerah Asleah Baniaga Tago
From Amai Pakpak Medical Center in the Philippines, Dr. Bai Sitti Ameerah Asleah Baniaga Tago has lived in Taiwan for two years! She spent one year training at Taipei Veterans General Hospital before completing another year of training at Taichung Veterans General Hospital. Focusing on Clinical Electrophysiology, Dr. Tago leaves Taiwan with a wealth of knowledge and experience, ready to continue contributing to the medical field in the Philippines.

We are truly grateful to both doctors for spending such a meaningful time with Taichung Veterans General Hospital. Although it’s hard to say goodbye, as Superintendent Fu Yun-Ching said: “We will meet again at the international conferences!”

04/09/2025

【International Medical Trainees’ Graduation in August】

In August, three outstanding physicians from Vietnam — Dr. Ho Thanh Son, Dr. Mac The Truong, and Dr. Doan Trung Hieu — together with nurse Ms. Nguyen Thi Lai, successfully completed their fellowship training at Taichung Veterans General Hospital!
Dr. Ho Thanh Son
From Hanoi Medical University Hospital, Dr. Ho Thanh Son spent six months with us at TCVGH. During his neurosurgery training, he actively gained hands-on experience in advanced endoscopic spine surgery and also participated in pain intervention treatment. His dedication and professionalism left a strong impression on us.

Dr. Mac The Truong
From Bach Mai Hospital, Dr. Mac The Truong joined TCVGH to enhance his knowledge and skills in robotic thoracic surgery. Although his fellowship lasted only one month, his humility and kindness deeply touched us.

Dr. Doan Trung Hieu
Also from Bach Mai Hospital, Dr. Doan Trung Hieu trained in the Department of Anesthesiology, focusing on anesthesia techniques for robotic surgery. Passionate and enthusiastic, he also helped facilitate communication with other Vietnamese physicians and nurses during his stay, embodying a spirit of helpfulness that earned our respect.

Nurse Ms. Nguyen Thi Lai
From Bach Mai Hospital, nurse Ms. Nguyen Thi Lai demonstrated great eagerness to learn and wholeheartedly embraced training in the Nursing Department. Her effort and diligence were highly praised by our nursing colleagues. With her cheerful personality, she even actively learned Chinese and practiced simple conversations with us, bringing much joy to our daily interactions.
We sincerely thank these four Vietnamese medical professionals for providing TCVGH with this valuable opportunity of mutual learning and exchange. We are delighted to have shared such a meaningful international experience with them, and we wish them continued success in their careers. We also look forward to more international collaborations in the near future!

04/09/2025

Taichung Veterans General Hospital Expands to the U.S. East Coast! Grand Launch of the TCVGH International Medical Telehealth Service Center, Bringing Taiwan Healthcare Closer to Overseas Communities

On August 22, Deputy Superintendent Prof. Yuan-Hwa Chou led a medical team from Taichung Veterans General Hospital (TCVGH) to New York, where the hospital signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with the Global Federation of Chinese Business Women of New Jersey and New York Chapter- , as well as the Taiwanese Chambers of Commerce of New York and New Jersey. The agreements aim to promote medical resource sharing and telemedicine collaboration. On the same day, the grand inauguration of the “TCVGH International Medical Telehealth Service Center” in the U.S. East Coast took place, marking an important milestone in TCVGH’s global healthcare network.
A Milestone in Taiwan–U.S. Healthcare Collaboration
The signing ceremony was graced by Ambassador Tom Chih-Chiang Lee, Director-General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in New York, who personally witnessed the event. In his remarks, Ambassador Lee highly commended TCVGH for its continuous commitment to advancing international healthcare and expressed heartfelt concern and support for the health and well-being of overseas Taiwanese communities.
Health Seminars Attract Strong Participation from Overseas Communities
The event drew more than 300 enthusiastic attendees from the overseas Taiwanese community. A wide range of engaging and practical health seminars were held, including:
• Prof. Yuan-Hwa Chou, Deputy Superintendent: “What to Do When You Can’t Sleep? A Professional Sleep Care Team Safeguards Your Rest”
• Dr. Chien-Chou Pan, Director, Division of Spine Surgery, Department of Orthopedics: “Saving the Backbone – Advances in Spinal Disease Treatment”
• Dr. Yi-Ju Chen, Director, Department of Dermatology: “Goodbye to Itchy Skin! New Therapies for Atopic Dermatitis”
• Dr. Wan-Yun Hsu, Division Director, International Medical Service Center: “Health Without Boundaries – From Health Checkups to International Medical Care”
The professional yet practical topics resonated strongly with the audience, further enhancing overseas Taiwanese communities’ trust in reliability of Taiwan’s healthcare services.
In-Depth Exchanges with Leading U.S. Hospitals
During the visit, the medical delegation also toured world-renowned U.S. medical institutions, including The Mount Sinai Hospital, North Shore University Hospital, and Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. The team engaged in exchanges on clinical practices and healthcare systems, gaining valuable insights into the latest trends in specialty care and medical technology applications in the U.S., laying a solid foundation for future cross-border collaboration.
Bringing Taiwan’s Healthcare to the World
Deputy Superintendent Prof. Yuan-Hwa Chou emphasized that this trip not only built a stronger bridge for Taiwan–U.S. medical cooperation but also showcased Taiwan’s professional medical capabilities and compassionate care. Looking ahead, TCVGH will continue to expand international medical partnerships, bringing high-quality healthcare from Taiwan to the world and serving as a strong health guardian for both overseas Taiwanese and international friends.

04/09/2025

Taichung Veterans General Hospital Showcases Smart Healthcare in the USA at the 2025 Taiwan Expo – Five Innovative Achievements Captivate International Attention
Led by Deputy Superintendent Prof. Yuan-Hwa Chou, Taichung Veterans General Hospital (TCVGH) participated in the largest-ever USA based Expo, The 2025 Taiwan Expo, recently held in Dallas, Texas. The hospital presented five cutting-edge smart healthcare innovations, including:
• “TAIMedlmg PHDS”
• “VeriOsteo OP AI-assisted Screening Software for Bone Mineral Density (BMD) Abnormalities”
• “ ‘’AI tewan” DeepBT Detector+”
• “ ‘’Huede” AI Aided AKI Prediction Software”
• “DermVision AI: AI for skin cancer”
These innovations have highlighted Taiwan’s medical strengths and smart healthcare achievements, thus drawing wide international recognition from the global medical community.
The event attracted an unprecedented lineup of distinguished guests, including Chairman James C. F. Huang of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), Director General William Liu of the Bureau of Foreign Trade, Director General Yi Fang Hsiao of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office located in Houston, Texas Ingrid Larson, Director of the American Institute in Taiwan’s Washington Office, Ashok Pinto, Executive Director of Select USA at the U.S. Department of Commerce, Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson, Texas State Representative Gene Wu, Adriana Cruz, Executive Director of the Office of Economic Development & Tourism in the Texas Governor’s Office, and Arkansas State Representative Mindy McAllenden, among others.
In addition to showcasing smart healthcare solutions, members of TCVGH also hosted health seminars during the exhibition to share their knowledge on medical care and health promotion, receiving an enthusiastic response. Notably, the Lieutenant Governor of Oklahoma made a special visit to TCVGH’s booth, expressing great interest in its smart healthcare projects and engaging in in-depth discussions with the team—signaling strong potential for future international collaboration.
Beyond the overwhelming response at the venue, TCVGH was also featured simultaneously by three major Taiwanese community newspapers in North America, further enhancing the hospital’s visibility and demonstrating the international competitiveness of Taiwan’s medical technology. Looking ahead, Taichung Veterans General Hospital will continue to advance healthcare internationalization, while also strengthening cross-border exchanges and cooperation as it steadfastly remains committed to becoming a key contributor to both global health care and the well-being of all.

26/08/2025

Taichung Veterans General Hospital | Internationally Certified ROSA Robotic Arm Training Center

As smart healthcare continues to cement itself on an international scale, Taichung Veterans General Hospital has now formally unveiled the Rosa Robotic Arm (ROSA Robotic System) Officially Certified Training Center. This center has become the first certified ROSA medical education center in Taiwan and one of the few certified training hubs located in Asia. This accomplishment not only signifies additional international recognition of Taichung Veterans General Hospital's clinical expertise but also injects new momentum into Taiwan's orthopedic medical care and educational opportunities.

Key Highlights
Since introducing the ROSA Robotic System in 2022, the hospital has accumulated extensive clinical experience and expertise, as well as having established both a comprehensive database and a large library of teaching resources.
The ROSA robotic arm system provides medical teams with both surgical data and simulation support, helping young doctors quickly master surgical techniques while also shortening their learning curve.
In the future, doctors hailing from Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Malaysia will travel to Taichung for training and exchange, jointly advancing the development of smart healthcare for all countries involved.
Superintendent Fu Yun-Ching has stated that Taichung Veterans General Hospital has always been committed to innovation in medical technology and talent cultivation, actively aligning itself with international standards while also promoting advancements in smart healthcare. Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, Taiwan has consistently promoted the message: "TAIWAN CAN HELP!" Now, with its medical expertise working in combination with the advanced equipment currently available on site, Taichung Veterans General Hospital is capable of training doctors from other countries—an important achievement towards its continued development of both smart hospitals and cutting-edge healthcare systems.
With the joint efforts of the Taichung Veterans General Hospital medical team and its international partners, we will continue to advance clinical care, education, and research in tandem, thus contributing to greater patient safety and continued progress within the field of medical science.

20/08/2025

International Medical Exchange | Live Teaching Surgery with Single-Port Da Vinci System

Taichung Veterans General Hospital, in collaboration with the Urological Association of Asia (UAA) and the Taiwan Urological Association (TUA), invited Professor Ketan K. Badani, Vice Chair of Urology and Robotic Surgery at the Mount Sinai Health System in New York, USA, to perform Taiwan’s first live demonstration surgery using the single-port Da Vinci (SP system). The procedure was broadcast via the Da Vinci Intuitive Hub digital integration platform.
Our hospital is among the first in Taiwan to introduce the new Da Vinci SP system. Over the past two months, multiple surgeries have been successfully performed across five specialties. We were honored to host Professor Badani for a live demonstration of SP surgery—specifically, a robot-assisted single-port partial nephrectomy—with real-time interaction and case discussions with domestic and international experts, sharing his innovative techniques and clinical expertise.
Professor Badani has long specialized in urologic oncology and pioneered several surgical innovations, including F.A.S.T. (First Assistant Sparing Technique) for partial nephrectomy and low-position kidney surgery techniques using the SP system. These techniques have been published and promoted internationally, contributing significantly to medical education and clinical advancement.
The event also featured distinguished moderators joining remotely for the educational discussion, including Dr. Steven L. Chang, Associate Professor of Urology and Chief of Urologic Oncology at Harvard Medical School; Dr. Wen-Hsiang Chiu, Secretary General of the Urological Association of Asia; Dr. Shih-Chieh Chueh, Director of the Department of Urology at National Taiwan University Hospital; and Dr. Yen-Chuan Ou, Director of the R&D Innovation Center at Tung’s Taichung MetroHarbor Hospital. Their participation further enhanced international medical exchange and collaboration.
Taichung Veterans General Hospital will continue to advance medical innovation and clinical applications through professional training and global partnerships, in order to meet the growing demand for specialized medical care.

15/08/2025

Ukrainian Parliament Members Visit Taichung Veterans General Hospital for an International Exchange in Smart Healthcare

Taichung Veterans General Hospital (TCVGH) welcomed a delegation of Ukrainian parliament members, who were personally received by Superintendent Fu Yun-Ching. He introduced the guests to the hospital’s development history and recent achievements in smart healthcare, advanced medicine, precision medicine, and regenerative medicine.
Since its establishment in 1982, TCVGH has evolved from primarily caring for veterans and their families into a national medical center. It has been ranked among Newsweek’s “World’s Best Smart Hospitals” for three consecutive years. In 2025, TCVGH became the only hospital in Taiwan to be listed among the world’s top 100 smart hospitals, and it ranked second globally in the HIMSS Digital Health Indicator evaluation in the United States, demonstrating the international competitiveness of Taiwan’s healthcare.
During the visit, the guests toured the Fully Automated Intelligent Laboratory, Smart Ward, Telemedicine Center, and Lower-Limb Exoskeleton Rehabilitation System, gaining firsthand experience of TCVGH’s innovative achievements in medical technology and clinical applications.
Superintendent Fu offered his well wishes to the guests: “We believe peace will come soon, and we look forward to more medical exchanges and cooperation in the future.”
We cherish every opportunity for cross-border exchange, bringing TCVGH’s smart healthcare to the world and allowing more countries to witness the strength of Taiwan’s medical capabilities.

31/07/2025

Strengthening Smart Healthcare Collaborations While Promoting International Medical Exchanges

To enhance international collaboration in the field of smart healthcare while also promoting cross-sector integration, Yuan Rung Hospital in Changhua County invited a delegation from Foxconn Brazil Headquarters to visit Taichung Veterans General Hospital (TCVGH) on July 22, 2025. Led by CEO Prof. Hao-Che Ho, Executive Director of Yuan Rung Hospital’s New Hospital Development Office, the delegation from Brazil was warmly welcomed by TCVGH Deputy Superintendent Prof. Yuan-Hwa Chou. The visiting delegation members included Dr. Hsien-Feng Chang, Deputy Director Ting-Ting Hsu, and Section Chief Po-Shu Lai from Yuan Rung Hospital; and Secretary Xin-Hua Liu, Engineer Felipe Modesto, and Dr. Luis Bulisani from Foxconn Brazil Headquarters.

Chief Executive Director Kun-Hui Chen, who serves as Executive Director of the Smart Healthcare Committee at TCVGH, shared the hospital’s concrete achievements in smart healthcare development and their corresponding clinical applications. The two delegations visited TCVGH’s fully automated Intelligent Laboratory which integrates high-efficiency testing workflows with intelligent monitoring systems, thus significantly enhancing diagnostic speed and accuracy. The Telemedicine Center which integrates AI-assisted diagnostics with Internet of Things (IoT) devices, thus enabling real-time medical consultations and home-based health monitoring, was also a stop on the delegations’ tour. The two parties engaged in detailed in-depth discussions on the current progress, technological applications, and future collaborations within the field of smart healthcare. Prof. Hao-Che Ho stated that TCVGH’s experience in implementing smart systems and subsequently integrating them into clinical practice offers a significant reference value for the planning of Yuan Rung Hospital’s new campus. Yuan Rung Hospital continues to advance their transformation towards the implementation of smart healthcare and therefore actively collaborates with international medical institutions and industry partners. This visit not only deepened the medical facility’s engagement with TCVGH but also laid a solid foundation for future cooperation with Foxconn in Brazil with regards to smart hospital development and cross-border healthcare initiatives.

09/07/2025

Celebrating the Achievements of Our International Medical Trainees

This week, we proudly recognize the accomplishments of three exceptional physicians who have completed their clinical exchange programs at Taichung Veterans General Hospital: Dr. Gloria Ortega Pérez from Spain, Dr. Do Trong Phuoc from Vietnam, and Dr. Nguyen Hoang Thuan from Vietnam.
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Dr. Gloria Ortega Pérez
We are honored to have Dr. Gloria Ortega Pérez from MD Anderson Cancer Center Madrid, Spain, who spent three weeks with our Breast Surgery Team, focusing on observation and the exchange of insights in endoscopic-assisted mastectomy.
As a highly experienced and respected breast surgical oncologist, Dr. Ortega brought with her a spirit of openness and a passion for continuous learning. Her visit highlighted the value of global collaboration and lifelong professional growth.
We deeply admire her dedication and professionalism, and we look forward to future opportunities to learn, share, and grow together across borders.
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Dr. Do Trong Phuoc
From the University Medical Center of Ho Chi Minh City, he has completed a one-year clinical training program, with six months each in the Departments of Anesthesiology and Neurosurgery.
Throughout his training, he actively participated in surgical procedures, perioperative care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. He also joined academic conferences and hospital visits, which he described as invaluable experiences that broadened his perspective and bridged theory with real-world practice. His commitment and professionalism have left a lasting impression on our teams.
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Dr. Nguyen Hoang Thuan
From Can Tho General Hospital, Dr. Nguyen Hoang Thuan completed a focused clinical training in Minimally Invasive and Endoscopic Spine Surgery at our Orthopedics Department.
At his home institution, Dr. Thuan cares for a large volume of orthopedic and spine patients—an experience that drives his pursuit of cutting-edge surgical knowledge. During his time with us, he showed great dedication to refining his clinical skills, with the clear goal of delivering better care to his patients back home.

We sincerely thank Dr. Ortega, Dr. Phuoc, and Dr. Thuan for choosing TCVGH as their learning destination. Your time here has enriched not only your own professional journeys but also inspired those around you. We wish you continued success and hope to see more international collaboration in the near future!

20/06/2025

Celebrating the Completion of Training for Dr. Nguyen Van Dan and Dr. Naomi Pajarillo Ong in Cardiac Electrophysiology

We are proud to recognize two outstanding international physicians: Dr. Nguyen Van Dan from Hanoi Heart Hospital in Vietnam and Dr. Naomi Pajarillo Ong from St. Luke's Medical Center in the Philippines. Both have successfully completed their training in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology at the Cardiovascular Center of Taichung Veterans General Hospital.

Dr. Nguyen Van Dan, an accomplished cardiologist from Hanoi Heart Hospital, Vietnam, completed six months of immersive training with our team. Prior to joining us, he had already performed over 400 electrophysiology ablation cases, bringing a deep expertise and clinical insight to every session.

Dr. Naomi Pajarillo Ong began her one-year training program at Taipei Veterans General Hospital and joined us at Taichung Veterans General Hospital for the final three months. During this time, she actively engaged in academic seminars and professional society exchanges, further enriching her learning perspectives.

Throughout their time at our Cardiovascular Center, both physicians actively engaged in advanced procedures and collaborative case discussions. In addition to the technical aspects, their time here fostered meaningful academic and clinical exchanges with our team.

Congratulations to Dr. Dan and Dr. Ong on this important milestone. We look forward to seeing your continued success and the positive impact you will bring to your communities.

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