Heading to Orchid Island, the Orchid Island Health Center is the sole medical emergency and healthcare unit on the island. From outpatient services, mobile medical care to preventive vaccinations, the health and lives of over 4,000 islanders are tirelessly safeguarded by this team of fewer than 20 individuals.
Dr. Chu Feng-Yuan, Director of Emergency Medicine at Chi Mei Hospital in Chiali, introduced handheld ultrasound applications to the Orchid Island Health Center team, demonstrating their use personally. In Orchid Island, where medical resources are particularly scarce, innovative medical technology is crucial to maximize healthcare efficiency.
