DHP 2025 | The Home as a Healthcare Hub: Insights from International Experts
Taiwan Leads Healthcare Innovation at 2025 Digital Health Platform
Photo of distinguished speakers and esteemed guests
On March 18, 2025, the 2025 Digital Health Platform (2025DHP) assembled healthcare professionals, regulators, and innovators from diverse backgrounds in Taipei, Taiwan. The theme, “The Home as a Healthcare Hub: Insights from International Experts,” set the stage for an inspiring annual workshop focused on integrating healthcare seamlessly into home environments. With participants hailing from eight countries—Belize, Malaysia, Paraguay, Taiwan, Germany, Thailand, the United States, and Vietnam—the event demonstrated its global significance.
International Participants gathering from 8 countries
The workshop commenced with insightful opening remarks from Chair Professor Fong-Chin Su, the event's Chair and Founder and Current Director of Medical Device Innovation Center (MDIC), alongside Professor Eunjoo Pacifici, Chair of the Department of Regulatory and Quality Sciences at the University of Southern California (USC). Their addresses highlighted the crucial role of interdisciplinary collaboration in fostering healthcare innovation and showcased Taiwan’s increasing influence in shaping global digital health trends.
Chair Professor Fong-Chin Su, the event's Chair and Founder and Current Director of Medical Device Innovation Center (MDIC)
Throughout the day, speakers explored critical topics, such as FDA initiatives regarding Home as Health Care Hub, the evolving landscape of medical devices in Thailand, and advancements in digital therapeutics. Professor Peng-Ting Chen from NCKU examined benchmarking cases for global digital therapeutics, emphasizing how emerging technologies can revolutionize patient care through tailored solutions.
Dr. Chih-Kang Chiang, Director General, Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA), Taiwan
Taiwan's healthcare industry has emerged as a key focal point in numerous discussions. Building on their extensive expertise in traditional medical devices, Taiwanese companies are actively transitioning to develop smart healthcare products that incorporate AI analysis, wearable technology, and remote monitoring capabilities. This evolution positions Taiwan at the forefront of delivering accurate diagnostics and personalized treatment plans, as highlighted by several speakers.
Dr. Pei-Jung Lu, Deputy Executive Secretary, Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), TaiwanProfessor Norased Nasongkia from Mahidol University in Thailand delivered an engaging session on medical device innovation, addressing biocompatibility and regulatory challenges. His insights illustrated Thailand’s dedication to maintaining a balance between technological progress and the necessary regulatory compliance to cultivate safe and effective medical devices for home use.
Frances Richmond, Emerita Professor at USC, contributed her expertise on risk analysis for home-use medical devices. Her presentation provided essential information on ensuring safety and efficacy in non-clinical settings, which is increasingly important as healthcare shifts toward more patient-centered approaches at home.
The 2025 Digital Health Platform not only facilitated knowledge exchange but also inspired profound reflections on the future development of smart healthcare, fully showcasing Taiwan's leadership in the global digital healthcare field. Interdisciplinary collaboration is a crucial element in driving innovation in home healthcare. By integrating traditional strengths with emerging technologies, Taiwan is gradually advancing the transformation of the home healthcare system. Looking ahead, we anticipate more groundbreaking progress to lead the future direction of global healthcare.