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(From left to right: Ho Wen-Ting, Director of the Nursing Department at Shuang Ho Hospital; Li Chong-Xi, Deputy Director of the Taipei Medical University Health and Welfare Policy Research Center; Lee Po-Chang, Director of the Taipei Medical University Health and Welfare Policy Research Center; Chou Hsing-Sheng, President of the Taiwan Nursing Informatics Association; Tsai Pei-Shan, Dean of the College of Nursing at Taipei Medical University; and Kang Chun-Hung, Dean of the College of Biomedical Engineering at Taipei Medical University.)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n As Taiwan approaches a super-aged society, the issue of nursing workforce shortages is becoming increasingly severe. In response, the Taipei Medical University Health and Welfare Policy Research Center is hosting the\u00a0\u201cSmart Healthcare and Nursing Technology:<\/span>A Cross-Disciplinary Exploration from Policy to Clinical Practice Seminar<\/span>\u201c<\/strong>\u00a0on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. This academic symposium aims to explore how smart healthcare technologies can alleviate the burden on frontline medical staff, enhance healthcare service efficiency, and improve the quality of care.<\/p>\n Opening Remarks \u2013 Director Lee Po-Chang, Taipei Medical University Health and Welfare Policy Research Center<\/strong><\/p>\n Director\u00a0Lee Po-Chang<\/strong>\u00a0emphasized in his opening speech that advancements in medical technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), have brought significant breakthroughs in the healthcare sector. While healthcare professionals remain irreplaceable at the core of medical practice, the importance of assistive tools and technologies has become increasingly evident. AI, in particular, provides crucial support, making it a key trend in Taiwan\u2019s future medical development. He expressed his hope that this symposium would foster interdisciplinary discussions, allowing participants to gain insights into the latest medical knowledge and technological applications.<\/p>\n Dean Tsai Pei-Shan, College of Nursing, Taipei Medical University<\/strong><\/p>\n Dean\u00a0Tsai Pei-Shan<\/strong>\u00a0highlighted that by\u00a02030<\/strong>, Taiwan is projected to face a shortage of approximately\u00a055,000 nurses<\/strong>, making the integration of smart technologies into nursing care and education an urgent priority. She pointed out that AI, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, and virtual reality are gradually transforming nursing practices, enhancing efficiency, reducing workforce burdens, and improving medical safety. Over the next five years, Taiwan\u2019s nursing development will focus on five key areas:\u00a0smart technology applications, health promotion, patient-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and sustainable workforce development<\/strong>. Dean Tsai stressed that adopting smart healthcare technologies will improve workplace conditions, alleviate the burden on healthcare professionals, encourage workforce retention, and ensure the sustainability of Taiwan\u2019s healthcare system while enhancing patient welfare.<\/p>\n Dean Kang Chun-Hung, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University<\/strong><\/p>\n Dean\u00a0Kang Chun-Hung<\/strong>\u00a0discussed how AI integration is revolutionizing the healthcare industry by\u00a0enhancing efficiency, reducing errors, optimizing resource utilization, and improving patient care quality<\/strong>. His presentation introduced various applications, including:<\/p>\n These innovations are reshaping medical models, leading to significant improvements in healthcare quality and efficiency. However, Dean Kang also highlighted several challenges, such as\u00a0data privacy, algorithmic bias, explainability, accountability, and environmental impact<\/strong>. He emphasized that the future of smart healthcare requires\u00a0multidisciplinary collaboration, continuous evaluation, and sustainable innovation<\/strong>\u00a0to ensure ethical and responsible development.<\/p>\n President Chou Hsing-Sheng, Taiwan Nursing Informatics Association<\/strong><\/p>\n President\u00a0Chou Hsing-Sheng<\/strong>\u00a0stated that Taiwan\u2019s nursing informatics sector is actively leveraging advanced technologies to improve\u00a0patient care and healthcare efficiency<\/strong>. Many hospitals have already integrated smart nursing technologies, such as:<\/p>\n As these technologies become more widespread, Taiwan\u2019s healthcare system is expected to see significant improvements in\u00a0operational efficiency and patient care quality<\/strong>. President Chou proposed several policy recommendations, including:<\/p>\n Finally, he stressed that\u00a0smart healthcare must align with clinical needs<\/strong>\u00a0to fully realize its potential in improving patient care.<\/p>\n Director Ho Wen-Ting, Nursing Department, Shuang Ho Hospital<\/strong><\/p>\n Director\u00a0Ho Wen-Ting<\/strong>\u00a0highlighted that smart healthcare technologies effectively address\u00a0resource shortages, rising costs, and chronic disease management<\/strong>\u00a0while providing patients with\u00a0higher-quality healthcare experiences<\/strong>. She shared Shuang Ho Hospital\u2019s experiences with:<\/p>\n She emphasized that implementing smart healthcare technologies\u00a0streamlines nursing workflows, alleviates workload pressures, increases efficiency, and reduces errors<\/strong>. However, she also pointed out key challenges, including\u00a0data security, standardization, personnel training, and ethical considerations<\/strong>. She called for\u00a0robust cybersecurity measures, unified technology standards, enhanced workforce training, and ethical oversight<\/strong>\u00a0to ensure smart healthcare\u2019s safe and effective integration into clinical practice.<\/p>\n Policy Recommendations<\/strong><\/p>\n Increase investment in smart technology for nursing care and education<\/strong>\u00a0to enhance healthcare institutions\u2019 technological capabilities, address workforce shortages, encourage nurse retention, and improve medical safety and efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Promote smart nursing solutions<\/strong>, including\u00a0automated scheduling systems, smart wards, and intelligent medication cabinets<\/strong>, to streamline nursing workflows, increase efficiency, and reduce errors while easing the workload of nursing professionals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Standardize nursing records and develop a unified care management system across healthcare institutions<\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0enhance data sharing and collaboration<\/strong>, optimize resource allocation, and improve patient care quality.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Encourage government funding for the standardization of smart medical devices<\/strong>\u00a0and the establishment of\u00a0standardized data collection indicators<\/strong>\u00a0to accurately measure healthcare outcomes, inform policy decisions, and drive medical innovation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Ensure interdisciplinary collaboration and continuous evaluation in smart healthcare development<\/strong>, incorporating sustainability considerations to\u00a0maintain compliance, uphold ethical standards, and support long-term healthcare advancements<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n <\/p>\n Related News Reports<\/strong><\/p>\n 2025.03.20Artificial Intelligence Joins Forces with Rehabilitation: Helping Stroke Patients Regain Physical Autonomy.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/tmuhprc.tmu.edu.tw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/%E6%9D%8E%E4%BC%AF%E7%92%8B-scaled.jpg\")
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