New Chiayi Hospital Director Chosen by Mazu? | Taiwan News
- 斗六, Taiwan – February 1, 2026 – Chang Gung Memorial Hospital’s Yunlin branch has a new director, Dr.
- He has garnered attention, with reports suggesting a unique element to his selection.
- Wu, the outgoing director, is returning to Chang Gung Hospital to resume his duties there.
New Leadership at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital Yunlin Branch
斗六, Taiwan – – Chang Gung Memorial Hospital’s Yunlin branch has a new director, Dr. Jong-宪 He, who officially assumed the position following a handover ceremony. He is succeeding Dr. Jin-xiang Wu, who is returning to the main Chang Gung Hospital in Taoyuan.
The appointment of Dr. He has garnered attention, with reports suggesting a unique element to his selection. According to multiple Taiwanese news outlets, including the United Daily News and the Min Daily News, Dr. He was reportedly “chosen by the Baisha Tun Mazu,” a reference to the revered Mazu deity and a popular religious procession in Taiwan.
Dr. Wu, the outgoing director, is returning to Chang Gung Hospital to resume his duties there. The handover ceremony was met with blessings and expectations from various sectors, as reported by Taiwan Hua Bao.
Dr. He, a medical doctor, is taking the helm of the hospital’s Yunlin branch, as noted by the Economic Daily News. The transition marks a continuation of care and a commitment to serving the community.
The appointment comes as the hospital continues to navigate the evolving healthcare landscape. While no specific details regarding Dr. He’s plans for the hospital were provided in the available sources, his leadership is expected to build upon the foundation laid by Dr. Wu.