Department Overview

The Department of General Medicine is a cornerstone of our hospital, responsible for initial diagnosis and comprehensive patient care. It covers a broad spectrum of adult health concerns, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of common medical conditions. Our expertise spans multiple systems including cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, renal, neurological, endocrine and metabolic, infectious, allergic, and autoimmune diseases.

Our medical team comprises experienced internists who are committed to providing attentive, holistic, and patient-centered care. We specialize in long-term management and individualized treatment plans for chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, asthma, and gout.

In addition to offering primary diagnostic services, we coordinate referrals to relevant subspecialty departments—including Cardiology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Nephrology, Neurology, Infectious Diseases, Endocrinology & Metabolism, and Allergy, Immunology & Rheumatology—for advanced management when necessary.

Our department provides regular outpatient services, chronic disease follow-up, and inpatient care in collaboration with the hospital's inpatient units. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, timely, and comprehensive internal medicine services to our community.

Services Offered

• Diagnosis and treatment of common adult medical conditions

• Chronic disease management and long-term health monitoring

• Evaluation and management of acute febrile and infectious illnesses

• Follow-up and interpretation of abnormal health screening results

• Initial diagnostic workup and appropriate referrals

You are encouraged to visit the Department of General Internal Medicine if you experience undiagnosed symptoms or have multiple chronic conditions such as kidney disease, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, or high blood pressure.

Common presenting symptoms include:
Fever, cough, poor appetite, insomnia, headache, shortness of breath, painful or abnormal urination, hematuria, foamy urine, edema, significant weight changes, constipation, abdominal pain or bloating, hypertension, chest tightness or pain, palpitations, lower back pain, musculoskeletal pain, and generalized fatigue.

Frequently managed conditions include:
Asthma, upper and lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, cellulitis, kidney diseases, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, cardiovascular diseases, arthritis, anemia, and more.

Facilities & Equipment

The Department of Internal Medicine encompasses multiple subspecialties, including:

• Cardiology

• Gastroenterology & Hepatology

• Infectious Diseases

• Pulmonology

• Nephrology

• Neurology

• Endocrinology & Metabolism

• Allergy, Immunology & Rheumatology

State-of-the-Art Renovated Facilities:

• Internal Medicine Diagnostic Center

• Hemodialysis Center

• Endoscopy Suite

• Internal Medicine Offices

• Conference Rooms

Advanced Medical Equipment:

• Abdominal Ultrasound

• Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS)

• Peripheral Vascular Studies

• Emergency Life-Saving Equipment

• Vascular Ultrasound

Comprehensive Academic and Research Initiatives:

• Expert-led medical lectures

• Clinical shadowing programs for medical students from National Tsing Hua University

• International medical publication awards

• Research on healthcare quality improvement

The Region’s Only Sleep Medicine Center:

• Sleep Center

• Smart Patient Rooms

• Polysomnography equipment

• Respiratory care unit

• Newly established RCW ward (Respiratory Care Ward)

Award-Winning Holistic Care Programs:
Recognized by Hsinchu County Government, Health Promotion Administration, and the Regional Hospital Excellence Awards for outstanding patient-centered care.

Specialized Nursing Team – Nurse Practitioners in Internal Medicine

[Photo: Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner Team Group Photo]
Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice nurses who play a vital role in delivering direct patient care throughout the disease continuum. They are key partners in the clinical team, ensuring seamless, patient-centered, and integrated care.
Our NPs are the frontline defenders of patient health, working closely with physicians each morning to oversee inpatient care and safeguard patient outcomes.

To meet evolving healthcare demands and enhance nursing roles, our hospital was officially certified as a Nurse Practitioner Training Institution in 2017. We have since actively trained NPs equipped with specialized clinical knowledge and a strong commitment to public health.

Currently, we have 10 certified Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioners, all of whom have passed national examinations and possess extensive clinical experience. They serve with compassion, professionalism, and dedication to safeguarding the health of the Zhudong community.

Additional Information

Clinic Schedule and Hospital News:
Follow us on Facebook: Taipei Veterans General Hospital Hsinchu Branch

Health Education & Internal Medicine Updates:
Visit our education center page: TVGH Hsinchu – Department of Internal Medicine Health Education Center

Contact Information

Appointment Scheduling & Inquiries:
Tel: (03) 596-2134 ext. 440

General Internal Medicine Consultation Line:
Tel: (03) 596-2134 ext. 440

Media Coverage

• ENN Taiwan Telegram: “A Decade of Growth After Reorganization at Zhudong Veterans Hospital”

• Liberty Times: “First Cohort of Tsing Hua University Medical Students Begin Rural and Community Internships”

• Taiwan Good News: “Awarded for Promoting Chronic Disease Care Network—Commended by Hsinchu County Health Bureau”

• Yahoo News: “A New Era in Zhudong Healthcare – Grand Opening of Smart Patient Rooms at TVGH Hsinchu”

• The Epoch Times: “Three Years of Success in Critical Care Alliance and Tiered Referral System in Greater Hsinchu”