Celebrating the 36th Anniversary of Kaohsiung Honors Hospital, 26 outstanding model doctors from the Southern District are commended

Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital celebrates its 36th anniversary today. (Provided by Gao Rong)

[Reporter Xu Lijuan/Kaohsiung Report] Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital held its 36th anniversary and Physician’s Day celebration today (9th). Wu Zhiyang, deputy director of the counseling committee, went south to witness the results of medical services, commend outstanding doctors in medical and nursing institutions, and pay high respect to medical staff who have long been on the front line of clinical, teaching and research.

Wu Zhiyang pointed out in his speech that Kaohsiung Rongzhong has adhered to its medical mission along the way and has become a solid backing for protecting people's health. This year, the self-counseling committee selected 26 outstanding model physicians in the Southern District from approximately 4,172 physicians in 18 medical institutions and 16 nursing homes across the country. The award-winning physicians were recognized for their outstanding performance in sticking to their posts for a long time, improving their medical skills, and investing in teaching and research.

Chen Jinshun, dean of the Kaohsiung Honors College, said that the 36th anniversary of the Kaohsiung Honors College "is a piece of history, but also a responsibility." This year, "Kaorong Sanliu, Excellence and Sustainability" is the main theme of the hospital celebration. It not only demonstrates Kaorong's continuous pursuit of excellence in medical quality, but also represents Kaorong's long-term commitment to patients, colleagues, society and the future.

In the latest "2027 World's Best Smart Hospitals" competition released by the US "Newsweek", Kaohsiung Wing Hospital jumped from 116th in 2026 to 56th in the world, demonstrating the strong strength of Taiwan's smart medical care. On the occasion of Doctors' Day, Gao Rong also specially commended 116 doctors who have performed outstandingly in research, teaching and service. He affirmed that even in the face of heavy clinical work, fellow doctors continue to invest in teaching inheritance and research innovation, and stick to the front line of medical treatment when patients need it most.

The Outstanding Physician Award of the Counseling Association was awarded at the hospital celebration event. (Provided by Gao Rong)