文／台兒研修醫師 Merryl Esther Yuliana
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本文為台兒診所印尼籍研修醫師Merryl Esther Yuliana 投稿「Radio Taiwan International」，敘述參與2025年11月21日至23日舉辦的「第17屆台兒胎兒醫學工作坊 暨 Hands on會前會」的活動後記。本刊委託Dr. Merryl Esther Yuliana親自翻譯英文版本並登載，分享國際研修醫師對本次活動的觀點。
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| Doctors and researchers involved in the hands-on workshop |
New Taipei（Nov. 27, 2025） — From November 21–23, the 17th Taiji Fetal Medicine Workshop 2025 brought together more than 100 participants from Taiwan, Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam, including fetomaternal specialists, obstetrician-gynecologists, and clinical researchers. For the first time, attendees were divided into four hands-on groups for intensive practical training, and nine international speakers shared their clinical experience and research findings.
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| Director of Taiwan Institute of Fetal Medicine(TIFM)Dr. Chang Tung-Yao(張 東 曜 ,Second from the left in the front row)with doctors from various Asian countries, including Indonesia |
The hands-on workshop on November 21 focused on fetal scanning techniques, preeclampsia screening with ophthalmic artery Doppler, facial clefts, and first trimester screening with participants working closely alongside regional experts. The ophthalmic artery Doppler module marked the first such hands-on session ever held in Taiwan. Dr. Tung-Yao Chang（張東曜）, a fetal medicine specialist, the current director of the Taiwan Institute of Fetal Medicine（TIFM, 社團法人台灣胎兒醫學振興會）and founder of Taiji Clinic（台兒診所）, emphasized the value of working together across borders: “The participation and contributions of colleagues from Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam help us learn from one another, raise educational standards, and strengthen professional ties across Asia.”
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| Dr. Aditya Kusuma (second from right) giving an explanation at the Fetal Medicine workshop |
The two main themes of this year’s workshop were preeclampsia prevention and fetal central nervous system screening. Speakers shared real-case experiences and evidence-based protocols, with the hope of gradually aligning fetal medicine practices across the region through mutual learning.
The program also highlighted the International Clinical Research Fellowship in Fetal Medicine. Dr. Chang explained that the fellowship offers young doctors from Asia in clinical work, research, and teaching. One fellow, Dr. Merryl Esther Yuliana from Indonesia, shared that she had the opportunity to engage in multidisciplinary research, support hands-on training sessions, and attend international congresses in Japan as part of this fellowship.
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| Dr. Irvan Adenin（the front）guides fetal echocardiography |
Fetomaternal consultants from Harapan Kita Women and Children Hospital in Jakarta, Dr. Irvan Adenin, and Dr. R. Aditya Kusuma, found the workshop to be highly beneficial. “Yesterday’s event was truly outstanding. The hands-on session was especially valuable, giving participants real technical exposure and practical skills that will directly improve patient care. I am very encouraged by the growing collaboration between Indonesia and Taiwan in fetal medicine. This partnership has great potential to enhance training, accelerate innovation, and ultimately provide better outcomes for mothers and babies in both countries,” said Dr. Kusuma.
The workshop and symposium were held in an environment that encourages shared research, joint training, and ongoing dialogue among neighboring countries. Modern facilities and newly introduced intensive hands-on programs provided a setting where participants could exchange practical experience and explore future cooperation.
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| Taiji Fetal Medicine Workshop in 2025, bringing together doctors and researchers from Taiwan, Indonesia, Japan, and Vietnam |
In closing, Dr. Chang noted: “This annual gathering is one of many steps toward building long-term regional collaboration across the Asia-Pacific. By sharing real-world clinical experiences, we hope to walk alongside our colleagues throughout the region as we work toward better care for mothers and babies.”
The 2025 program reflects growing interest among medical professionals in the Asia region and a shared commitment to advancing maternal and fetal care through collaboration, mutual respect, and common values.
