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
Center Establishment
Founded by Dr. Samuel Noordhoff, marking a new era in Taiwan's burn medicine.
Facility Expansion
Added specialized ICU and hydrotherapy equipment to enhance burn patient care quality.
Team Integration
Established interdisciplinary team care model, integrating medical, nursing, rehabilitation, and nutrition services.
Research Development
Actively engaged in burn-related research, publishing numerous international journal papers.
Technological Innovation
Introduced 3D printing technology for personalized reconstruction surgical planning.
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.