2026.05.16
Indonesian Nursing Students Complete International Short-Term Training Program at Changhua Christian Hospital
From May 4 to May 16, 2026, six master nursing students from Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta (UMY) and one senior undergraduate nursing student from Universitas Kusuma Husada Surakarta (UKHS) participated in a two-week international observation program at Changhua Christian Hospital (CCH), Taiwan. The delegation was led by Professor Fitri Arofiati from UMY. During their stay, the students engaged in clinical observation and professional exchanges in the Department of Nursing, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Dialysis Unit, Department of Emergency Medicine, and Operating Room. Through these activities, they gained a deeper understanding of Taiwan’s healthcare system, nursing workflows, and interdisciplinary team-based care model. As part of the academic exchange, Professor Fitri Arofiati was invited to deliver a lecture to CCH nursing staff on the clinical application of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), fostering further collaboration in nursing education and research between Taiwan and Indonesia.
To broaden the participants’ perspectives on emerging healthcare technologies, CCH arranged for them to attend an AI workshop on May 11, where they learned about the development and practical applications of artificial intelligence in healthcare. The students also visited exhibition booths showcasing smart healthcare solutions and interacted directly with industry representatives, gaining valuable insights into the current and future use of AI in clinical care and health management. In addition, the delegation visited the AT Life Taiwan Assistive Technology and Long-term Care Expo 2026 in Taipei. The exhibition introduced the latest innovations in smart healthcare, long-term care, rehabilitation devices, and elderly care, further expanding the students’ international perspectives on healthcare development.
This observation program not only strengthened academic and professional exchange between Taiwan and Indonesia, but also left the participants with a profound impression of Taiwan’s advanced healthcare system and high-quality care environment. It is hoped that the students will share the knowledge and experiences gained at CCH with their peers upon returning home and apply what they have learned to improve the quality of healthcare services in Indonesia, ultimately benefiting more patients and communities.