Introduction to Digital Maturity in Healthcare
What does it take for a private hospital group to become a blueprint for national health system digital maturity? At the upcoming HIMSS25 Asia-Pacific (APAC) Conference in July, Dr Kun-Ju Lin, deputy chief of Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou’s information security committee, will reveal strategies in pursuing digital transformation and their real-world application.
Achievements of Chang Gung Memorial Hospital
The multi-specialty hospital in Taoyuan City, Taiwan, has risen to global prominence following its back-to-back Stage 7 validations for several HIMSS digital maturity models: Electronic Medical Record Adoption Model, Digital Imaging Adoption Model, and Infrastructure Adoption Model.
Expert Insights from Dr. Kun-Ju Lin
Healthcare IT News had a quick chat with Dr Lin, who shared about his motivations in digital health, their hospital’s driving philosophy, and some AI projects in the pipeline.
About Dr. Lin
Dr. Lin is a radiologist with nearly 30 years of clinical experience. Although he never originally intended to become a physician, his early passion was engineering and computer programming. This technical curiosity stayed with him, and today, he still enjoys coding and develops lightweight AI tools and digital prototypes for internal hospital use.
Motivations in Digital Health
Dr. Lin is driven by the belief that technology should serve people, not the other way around. In healthcare, this means building systems that reduce the burden on medical staff, improve care efficiency, and empower patients.
Driving Philosophy of CGMH
CGMH is a private hospital, and that comes with budgetary constraints. But what they lack in resources, they make up for in commitment, creativity, and culture. Their founder instilled a powerful value system in them: "Nothing in the world is easy, but nothing is impossible. If we do it, we do the best." This mindset permeates everything – from clinical care to digital innovation.
Exciting Digital Projects
There are several exciting digital projects at CGMH this year or in the pipeline. Building on their HIMSS digital maturity momentum, they are now expanding their digital innovation beyond CGMH to the broader ecosystem. They’re actively participating in Taiwan’s National Smart Hospital Initiative (2024–2029), with goals to support digital upgrades in regional hospitals and clinics, build a scalable, secure AI ecosystem for clinical use, and create a vertically integrated digital care pathway that follows the patient across settings.
Key Takeaways from Dr. Lin’s Keynote
Attendees can expect a keynote that connects strategy with real-world execution. Dr. Lin will share how CGMH approaches transformation as a system-level redesign – driven by people, enabled by data, and guided by long-term vision. Attendees will take away how to select AI and digital tools that bring real value, how to lead transformation under constraints, and how to engage clinicians, protect governance, and ensure sustainability.
Conclusion
Digital transformation is no longer a question of "whether." It’s about how to do it right, with impact and empathy. CGMH, Linkou, and other leading hospitals in the region will be imparting critical insights into their digital transformation at HIMSS25 APAC.
FAQs
Q: What is HIMSS25 APAC?
A: HIMSS25 APAC is a conference where healthcare professionals and leaders come together to discuss and share insights on digital transformation in healthcare.
Q: When and where will the conference take place?
A: The conference will take place on 16-18 July.
Q: How can I register for the conference?
A: You can register for the conference by visiting the official website.
Q: What can I expect to learn from Dr. Lin’s keynote?
A: You can expect to learn how to select AI and digital tools that bring real value, how to lead transformation under constraints, and how to engage clinicians, protect governance, and ensure sustainability.
