Taiwan's community health care evolution: Navigating pandemic challenges and shaping the future.

J Formos Med Assoc

Department of Family Medicine, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taiwan; Department of Family Medicine, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taiwan. Electronic address:

Published: November 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly shaped population dynamics and healthcare systems. Primary care clinics in Taiwan demonstrated remarkable resilience in managing the pandemic. This adaptability is reflected in rigorous screening processes, proactive vaccination efforts, and the seamless integration of telehealth services. Noteworthy shifts have been observed in the redistribution of primary care clinics and a decline in preventive healthcare measures. In response to these challenges, Taiwan has embraced a multifaceted approach, with telehealth services, home-based clinical care initiatives, community-based care, and innovative programs, like the Hospital at Home initiative, assuming central roles in mitigating the impact of the pandemic. These strategies underscore a forward-thinking healthcare delivery approach that prioritizes patient well-being. Critical solutions include ongoing reforms in clinical practices, the contingency plans for preventive healthcare, the promotion of telehealth services, the adoption of home-based clinical care, and the enhancement of the integration of practice. Taiwan's visionary initiatives, including digital intelligent healthcare approaches, serve as a robust foundation for building a resilient and patient-centered healthcare system. These concerted efforts and healthcare innovations are necessary for shaping a comprehensive, accessible, and responsive future. Taiwan is setting a noteworthy example for global healthcare systems to follow by prioritizing the well-being of the population.

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