Taichung Veterans General Hospital Expands International Medical Services – First Stop: The Philippines
Taichung Veterans General Hospital Expands International Medical Services – First Stop: The Philippines
Partnering with Manila Doctors Hospital to Sign a Memorandum of Understanding While Witnessing a New Milestone in International Medical Collaboration
In order to promote its international medical cooperation and health services, Taichung Veterans General Hospital (TCVGH) sent a delegation led by Vice President Dr. Chou Yuan-Hwa to the Philippines on April 11 to engage in a series of important exchange activities. This trip included the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Manila Doctors Hospital, the unveiling ceremony for the TCVGH International Medical Telehealth Service Center at the Taiwan Association Inc., Philippines, and the signing of a second MOU with the Taiwanese Chamber of the South Philippines. Additionally, the medical team hosted health seminars to provide health management advice to local Taiwanese businesspeople.
1. Expanding International Cooperation with Manila Doctors Hospital through an MOU
During their visit to Manila Doctors Hospital, the TCVGH medical team signed an MOU, officially launching a new chapter in their international medical collaboration operations. Moving forward, both parties will deepen their cooperation in areas such as medical personnel training and telemedicine, working together to enhance the quality of healthcare services for people in their respective countries.
2. Inauguration of the Telemedicine Service Center – Ushering in a New Era of Smart Healthcare
An additional highlight of the event was the official opening of TCVGH's International Medical Telehealth Service Center. Taichung Veterans General Hospital signed an MOU with the Taiwan Association Inc., Philippines on July 15, 2024, and through the use of digital healthcare technology, the MOU aims to provide convenient healthcare services to Taiwanese businesspeople abroad. Telemedicine not only helps alleviate the local shortage of healthcare resources but also provides real-time, efficient medical support, further promoting the exchange and cooperation of healthcare systems between the two countries.
3. Health Seminars – Caring for the Health of Taiwanese Businesspeople
In addition to the unveiling ceremony, Vice President Prof. Chou and the medical team organized health seminars for local Taiwanese businesspeople. The seminars covered practical topics such as sleep management, health promotion, and telehealth consultations, which were all well received by the participants.
4. Signing an MOU with the Taiwanese Chamber of the South Philippines to Promote Health and Well-being
TCVGH also reached a cooperation agreement with the Taiwanese Chamber of the South Philippines, signing an MOU to further expand health services for Taiwanese businesspeople. In the future, both parties will collaborate to provide more diverse health resources and support, improving the health and wellbeing of the local Taiwanese community.
5. Moving Forward Together to Create a Healthy Future
This event marks an important development for TCVGH in terms of international medical cooperation. Whether it’s the establishment of the new Telemedicine Center or the collaboration with local business associations and medical institutions in the Philippines, all efforts are geared toward providing more comprehensive healthcare services. Moving forward, TCVGH will continue to promote international medical cooperation and enhance cross-border health service quality, while also benefitting even more international patients.
Deputy Superintendent Yuan-Hwa Chou of Taichung Veterans General Hospital (2nd right), President Arlene Ledesma of Manila Doctors Hospital (2nd left), FVP Hospital Director Hian Ho Kua of Manila Doctors Hospital (far left) and Medical Director Alberto B. Roxas of Manila Doctors Hospital (far right) jointly signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
The Taichung Veterans General Hospital delegation stood for a group photo in the lobby of Manila Doctors Hospital.
The TCVGH International Medical Telehealth Service Center was officially inaugurated at the office of the Taiwan Association Inc., Philippines.
The Taichung Veterans General Hospital delegation posed for a group photo with the executives of the Taiwan Association Inc. Philippines.
Deputy Superintendent Yuan-Hwa Chou of Taichung Veterans General Hospital (right) and Director Hui-Yao Yu of the Taiwanese Chamber of the South Philippines jointly signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).