About Us

Learn about the development history, professional facilities, and medical philosophy of Linkou CGMH Burn Center

Overview

Professional Medical Services

Since its establishment in 1978, Linkou CGMH Burn Center has become Taiwan's largest and most well-equipped burn treatment center. Founded by Dr. Samuel Noordhoff, our center now features 30 specialized beds, including 21 acute care intensive isolation beds and 9 sub-acute burn beds.

We are equipped with 2 dedicated operating rooms, hydrotherapy rooms, silicone sand beds, and air mattresses. We hold regular interdisciplinary team meetings weekly, bringing together physicians, nurses, nutritionists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, respiratory therapists, and social workers to provide comprehensive medical care services.

Center Features

  • Taiwan's largest burn center
  • 24-hour professional medical team
  • Interdisciplinary integrated burn care
  • Innovative clinical research

History

1978

Center Establishment

Founded by Dr. Samuel Noordhoff, marking a new era in Taiwan's burn medicine.

1985

Facility Expansion

Added specialized ICU and hydrotherapy equipment to enhance burn patient care quality.

1995

Team Integration

Established interdisciplinary team care model, integrating medical, nursing, rehabilitation, and nutrition services.

2005

Research Development

Actively engaged in burn-related research, publishing numerous international journal papers.

2015

Technological Innovation

Introduced 3D printing technology for personalized reconstruction surgical planning.

2020

AI Application

Developed AI intelligent diagnostic systems, combining artificial intelligence to improve diagnostic accuracy.

Facilities

Specialized Wards

30 specialized beds including 21 acute ICU isolation beds and 9 sub-acute burn beds, providing professional care for different stages.

Dedicated Operating Rooms

2 independent operating rooms equipped with state-of-the-art surgical equipment, specifically for burn surgery and reconstructive surgery.

Hydrotherapy Equipment

Professional hydrotherapy dressing rooms providing gentle and effective wound cleaning and dressing services to reduce patient pain.

Special Beds

Silicone sand beds and air mattresses effectively prevent bedsores and improve patient comfort.

Research Equipment

Advanced research laboratories supporting AI diagnostic system development and 3D printing technology applications.

Monitoring Systems

24-hour continuous monitoring systems that track patient vital signs in real-time, ensuring medical safety.