Dr. Lan Chiang

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• Graduate of National Yang-Ming University, School of Medicine

• Attending physician, Department of Orthopedics, Taipei Veterans General Hospital Hsinchu Branch

• Member, Taiwan Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

• Member, Taiwan Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Society

• Clinical researcher, Sports Medicine Department, Taipei Veterans General Hospital

• General physician, Orthopedics Department, Taipei Veterans General Hospital

Medical Expertise

• Total joint replacement

• Shoulder rotator cuff and labral repair for dislocation and instability

• Knee anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction and meniscus repair

• Arthroscopic surgery

Minimally Invasive Joint Surgery:

A New Trend in Sports Medicine

With continuous advances in surgical technology, arthroscopy has evolved from a purely diagnostic tool into an effective method for treating various joint and soft tissue injuries. By using arthroscopic techniques, doctors can now perform a wide range of minimally invasive procedures including ligament reconstruction, tendon repair, and cartilage restoration.

At the Hsinchu Branch of Taipei Veterans General Hospital, we have introduced a new-generation arthroscopy system that enables precise surgical treatment from the shoulder down to the knee and ankle. Especially for shoulder and knee joints, specific surgical instruments are used for comprehensive evaluation and precise treatment.

● Common Adult Treatments:

• Shoulder impingement syndrome

• Rotator cuff tendon tear

● Sports Injuries in Younger Patients:

• Shoulder dislocation

• Knee ACL tear

• Meniscus tear

• Cartilage injury

Arthroscopic surgery not only effectively treats common adult shoulder and rotator cuff issues, but also manages sports injuries in younger populations, such as shoulder dislocation, ACL tears, meniscus tears, and cartilage damage. This is aligned with the modern concept of "early diagnosis and early intervention."

For sports-related injuries, arthroscopy helps detect and treat lesions early, and allows for precise repair of soft tissues and bone structures. This enables athletes to return to training and competition more quickly.

With refined techniques, arthroscopy has become an essential tool for orthopedic surgeons. Its advantages—such as less postoperative pain, smaller scars, and faster recovery—help patients regain health more rapidly.