BIOGRAPHY: SHWU-FENG TSAY

Dr. Shwu-Feng Tsay is a distinguished nursing leader, educator, and advocate for holistic healthcare. As Taiwan’s Chief Nursing and Health Care Officer, she oversees nursing policy, professional development, and healthcare delivery systems. A lifelong learner and champion of holistic nursing, she is an alumna of National Taiwan University, Johns Hopkins University, and National Sun Yat-Sen University. Dr. Tsay is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, an Honorary Fellow of the Australian College of Nursing, a Scholar of the Global Academy of Holistic Nursing, an Adjunct Professor and Technical Expert at National Taiwan University, and Director of the JBI Taiwan Center for Holistic Care and Evidence Implementation.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR REFLEXOLOGY WITHIN HOLISTIC NURSING APPROACH IN TAIWAN

As healthcare systems worldwide move toward person-centred and integrative care, reflexology offers a valuable bridge between traditional healing practices and modern holistic nursing. This keynote explores the development and integration of reflexology within Taiwan’s healthcare system, drawing on evidence-based research, clinical practice, policy leadership, and professional education.

A key focus is the leadership of Tsay Shwu-Feng in advancing reflexology at a national level. Through strategic policy development, collaboration across sectors, and the promotion of integrative care models, she has helped establish professional frameworks, increase recognition of reflexology, and improve public access to services.

The presentation also examines future opportunities, including strengthening research, expanding clinical integration, enhancing policy support, and fostering international collaboration. Taiwan’s experience provides an inspiring model for integrating reflexology into holistic nursing and offers valuable insights for the global advancement of integrative healthcare.