KFSYSCC Receives National Healthy Workplace Certification, Creating a Safer, More Supportive Hospital Work Environment
Koo Foundation Sun Yat-Sen Cancer Center (KFSYSCC) has received the Ministry of Health and Welfare National Health Administration’s “Healthy Workplace Certification.” This recognition affirms the hospital’s long-term work to support employee health, strengthen psychological safety, and build a respectful, people-friendly workplace.
What the Certification Recognizes
The Healthy Workplace Certification encourages organizations to protect and promote employee well-being through:
A smoke-free workplace
Healthy food options and nutrition support
Opportunities for regular exercise
Mental health resources
A positive and supportive workplace culture
KFSYSCC earned this certification after a thorough review, showing that the hospital pursues high standards not only in patient care, but also in caring for its staff.
What KFSYSCC Provides for Employees
For 35 years, KFSYSCC has followed a simple belief: to care for patients well, the hospital must first care for its staff. Key measures include:
Free health checkups and gym access
Helping employees stay physically healthy.
12-hour inpatient ward shifts
Supporting continuity of patient care while allowing flexible scheduling options.
Family-friendly support
Including maternity protections and established childcare support policies.
Employee benefits
Free nutritious lunches, hospitalization subsidies, emergency assistance funds, and improved staff housing to support quality of life.
Mental health and psychological safety
Providing mental health resources and building a work culture where employees feel supported and safe.
Additional Recognition
In 2023, KFSYSCC received the Taipei City Government Department of Labor’s “Big-Hearted Boss Award,” becoming the first medical institution in Taiwan to receive this honor. The new Healthy Workplace Certification further highlights KFSYSCC’s commitment to employee well-being, patient care, and social responsibility.
What’s Next
KFSYSCC will continue promoting a healthy workplace through ongoing improvements in hospital culture and workplace systems. The goal is to create a high-quality environment where employees feel secure, can do their best work, and patients can place their trust with confidence.