Dear Members of the Taiwan Urological Association,

Greetings to you all!

Linkou Chang Gung Hospital is honored to host the TUA Annual Meeting for the first time.

Since its establishment, Linkou Chang Gung Hospital has been providing the highest quality medical services to patients, adhering to the diligent and pragmatic philosophy of our founder, Mr. Wang. The hosting of this annual meeting, which provides an opportunity for urologists nationwide and international scholars to exchange, learn, and cooperate, will be an important milestone for our hospital.

The theme of this year’s annual meeting is “Embracing AI & Advancing Precision Treatments in Urology”, unveiling the two most important current directions: Artificial Intelligence and Precision Treatment for patients. The recent AI craze triggered by the visit to Taiwan by Mr. Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, once again made us deeply feel the huge potential of artificial intelligence in various fields. This is also one of the important topics of our annual meeting. We hope that in the future we can gradually use AI technology to improve diagnostic accuracy, optimize treatment plans, and further promote the innovation of urology.

This annual meeting will be held in two venues: the Taoyuan Transit Station International Conference Center (Chang Gung International Convention Center), which was just completed last October, and the Research Building of the Yongqing Advanced Science Park. The distance between these two venues is not far, and they can be reached on foot, but we have also arranged shuttle buses to facilitate participants to travel between the two venues.

The transportation around our hospital is very convenient. Whether it is Taoyuan International Airport or High-Speed Rail, you can transfer to the “MRT A8 Station” by airport MRT, and then directly connect to our hospital via the mall sky bridge. Linkou District also has a complete public transportation system and U-bike, making it convenient for you to explore the charm of this city after the meeting.

In addition, there are many attractions and facilities worth visiting around our hospital. Linkou, planned according to urban planning, is a livable city with wide streets suitable for leisurely shopping. You can go shopping at one of the largest shopping centers in Taiwan, Mitsui Outlet Park, which has a rich selection of brands and food. Linkou Sports Park is also a good place to relax and exercise. The park is equipped with various sports facilities, suitable for the whole family to enjoy. In addition, if you are interested in history and culture, the nearby Taoyuan monuments, such as Daxi Old Street and Cihu Mausoleum, are also good places to understand Taiwan’s history.

Thank you for the trust and support given by the Association for this task, especially thanks to the guidance of Deputy Dean ChunTe Wu of our hospital and PresidentPang of TUA, the hard work and assistance of Secretary General Hsu, all committees and all colleagues in the Secretariat. Of course, the success of the conference requires your active participation and support.

Finally, I wish all members health and happiness!

Chairman of the 2024 Taiwan Urological Association Annual Meeting

Department of Urology, Linkou Chang Gung Hospital

Director Chien-Lun Chen

Dear Esteemed Members and Friends of the Taiwan Urological Association,

Warm greetings to each of you!

We are thrilled to extend a special invitation to you all for the highly anticipated 2024 Urological Association Annual Meeting, set to take place from August 16 to 19, 2024, at the prestigious Linkou Chang Gung Hospital. This year's event promises to be an extraordinary gathering, featuring a stellar lineup of renowned experts from both local and international realms, fostering unparalleled opportunities for exchange and collaboration.

The field of urology is evolving at a rapid pace, and this conference is designed to reflect just that. A meticulously crafted three-day agenda awaits, brimming with cutting-edge knowledge, innovative techniques, and hands-on training courses to elevate your expertise to new heights.

Highlights of this year's annual meeting include captivating Special Topic Lectures delving into the latest research and clinical applications of urology, featuring esteemed luminaries like Academician Fu-Chan Wei and Academician Yang Pan-chyr, who will offer invaluable insights into the future of medical advancements.

Moreover, immerse yourself in immersive Surgical Hands-on Courses encompassing advanced robotic arm technology, HIFU treatment, precise prostate slicing, urolithiasis, and kidney transplant surgery practice – providing a firsthand experience of the latest medical breakthroughs.

Witness the future of urology come alive with live demonstrations of prostate hyperplasia surgery, where experts will showcase their unparalleled skills and share exclusive treatment insights, offering a unique opportunity for firsthand learning.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the visionary leaders and meticulous planners behind this grand event, as well as the dedicated colleagues at Linkou Chang Gung Hospital, for their unwavering support and commitment to excellence.

Join us at the scenic Linkou Chang Gung Hospital for a rare learning and networking experience under the summer sun. Immerse yourself not only in the academic feast but also in the vibrant social activities that await you, set against the backdrop of the modern marvels of Linkou District and the rich cultural tapestry of Taoyuan.

This annual meeting promises to be a one-of-a-kind learning extravaganza, and we eagerly anticipate your participation, making it an event to remember!

Wishing you all continued success and good health,

Jacob See-Tong Pang

President, Taiwan Urological Association

親愛的台灣泌尿科醫學會會員們，大家平安！

我們誠摯邀請您參加即將舉行的2024年泌尿科醫學會年會。本次年會將於2024年8月16日至19日在林口長庚醫院舉辦。今年的年會特別邀請了多位國內外知名專家與會，外賓人數將超過往年，為大家帶來更多更廣的交流機會。

泌尿科的發展日新月異，本次會議特別安排了三天的全天議程，全面性地分享最新的知識與技術，大會同時安排了多個實作訓練課程，節目豐富。

年會亮點包括：

• 特別專題演講：除了新增多場專題演講深入探討泌尿科的最新研究與臨床應用外，我們很榮幸能夠邀請魏福全院士和楊泮池院士與大家剖析醫療發展的未來，讓您更能掌握時代發展的趨勢。
• 手術實作課程：多項技術課程包括先進的機器手臂技術與大體實作、HIFU刀、攝護腺精準切片、泌尿結石和腎臟移植手術實作，讓您親身體驗最新的醫療科技。
• 攝護腺肥大手術Live Demo：我們將提供三種最新的攝護腺肥大現場手術示範，觀摩專家們的高超技術，並有專家分享個人經驗，讓您獲得第一手的治療資訊。

本次泌尿科年會是長庚醫院和桃竹苗地區的第一次盛大活動，在此特別感謝學會秘書長和秘書處同仁的協助，林口長庚吳俊德副院長、陳建綸主任及全體泌尿科同仁的精心規劃，讓年會能夠在盛夏季節吸引全國的泌尿科會員一起集聚在林口交流學習。大會也不忘安排多個精緻的社交活動，除了學術外，還讓會員及眷屬能夠享受到新北市林口區的現代生活機能，以及桃園的文化特色。

這將是一個不可多得的學習與交流平台，期待您的參與！

祝萬事如意、身體健康！

馮思中
理事長
台灣泌尿科醫學會

各位親愛的台灣泌尿科醫學會會員，大家好：

林口長庚醫院今年第一次承辦TUA年會，感到非常榮幸。

林口長庚醫院自成立以來，本著王創辦人勤勞樸實的理念，為患者提供最優質的醫療服務。此次年會的舉辦，有機會和全國泌尿科醫師和國際學者交流、學習和合作，將是本院重要的里程碑。

今年的年會主題為“Embracing AI & Advancing Precision Treatments” 揭櫫了 當前最重要的兩大方向：人工智慧及對病人的精準治療。近期NVIDIA執行長黃仁勳先生訪台引發的AI熱潮，再次讓我們深刻感受到人工智慧在各個領域的巨大潛力，這也正是我們此次年會的重要議題之一，希望將來我們能夠逐步利用AI技術提升診斷準確性、優化治療方案，進一步推動泌尿科醫學的革新。

此次年會將在兩個會場舉行：甫於去年十月剛落成的桃園轉運站國際會議中心以及永慶尖端科學園區的研究大樓。這兩個會場之間距離不遠，步行即可抵達，但我們也安排交通車串聯，方便與會者往返於兩個會場之間。

本院周邊交通十分便利，不論桃園國際機場或高鐵，轉搭機場捷運至「捷運Ａ8站」，再由賣場天橋可直接串聯本院。林口區也有完善的公共交通系統、U-bike，方便您在會議之餘探索這座城市的魅力。

此外，本院周邊有許多值得一訪的景點和設施。按照都市計劃規劃的林口，是一個街道寬闊、適合漫步購物的宜居城市；您可以到全台最大的購物中心之一的三井Outlet Park逛街購物，這裡有豐富的品牌選擇和美食；林口運動公園也是放鬆心情、進行運動的好地方，公園內設有多種運動設施，適合全家一起享受。此外，如果您對歷史文化感興趣，距離不遠的桃園古蹟，如大溪老街和慈湖陵寢，也是了解台灣歷史的好去處。

感謝學會賦予此次任務的信任和支持，尤其感謝本院吳俊德副院長與學會馮理事長的指導，以及許秘書長、各委員會及所有秘書處同仁的辛勞與協助，當然大會的成功需要各位的積極參與和支持。

最後，祝各位會員健康快樂！

2024年台灣泌尿科醫學會年會 大會會長

林口長庚醫院泌尿科系

陳建綸 主任