Through cutting-edge genomic medicine, AI integration, and a strong focus on patient privacy, Taipei Beitou Health Management Hospital is redefining preventive care and medical tourism in Taiwan.

Established in December 2013 as a government-backed pilot project, Taipei Beitou Health Management Hospital is steadily emerging as a regional leader in preventive and precision medicine. With a team of around 100 medical professionals, the hospital was tasked from its inception with two core missions: delivering advanced preventive care and offering cosmetic medical services. Located in a quiet, green district near Yangmingshan National Park, the hospital was also designed to attract medical tourists, with a hotel integrated into the same building to offer seamless comfort and privacy.

From the beginning, the hospital’s appeal extended beyond Taiwan. “About 10% of our patients come from overseas,” says Dr. Chao-Jung Wei, the hospital’s medical director. “Initially, most international clients were from China, but due to recent political tensions, we now receive more patients from the U.S., Canada, Hong Kong, Macau and Southeast Asia.”

Many international visitors are overseas Taiwanese – particularly those living on the U.S. West Coast – who return for checkups while visiting family. The hospital’s discreet and efficient services have also made it a preferred destination for high-profile individuals. “Many of our clients are politicians or celebrities who value privacy and safety. We schedule appointments carefully so they don’t encounter each other,” Wei explains.

In 2025, Taipei Beitou Health Management Hospital is doubling down on two strategic priorities: genomic medicine and lifestyle-based health promotion. “We are introducing genomic screening to identify patients with elevated disease risk based on their DNA,” says Wei. “This allows us to tailor early screening plans, like starting cancer checks at 40 if necessary.”

The hospital is also targeting non-communicable lifestyle diseases such as obesity and heart disease. “We want to intervene early – before these become major health issues – by understanding patients’ habits and guiding them toward better choices,” he adds.

Innovation remains central to the hospital’s strategy. Advanced AI tools assist radiologists in detecting anomalies in medical imaging, and collaborations with software developers aim to integrate physiological data – such as oxygen levels, heart rate, and EKGs – into user-friendly health apps. “Technology helps patients monitor their own health. Ultimately, no one is more responsible for your health than you,” says Wei.

While the hospital is currently operating at 80–90% capacity, expansion is limited by space. Instead, it focuses on staying at the forefront of medical innovation. “We’re replacing our MRI and CT scanners this year with some of the most advanced models globally,” Wei notes. “It’s our way of staying ahead – by doing things right with the best tools available.”

【資料出處：Los Angeles Times <Taiwan Special Report>】
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