Clinical Engineering in Growing Markets

This chapter provides knowledge on the evolution of the clinical engineering and healthcare technology management field and the role that clinical engineering professionals have in its expansion in China. In particular, the focus is on building professional competencies and clinical engineering skills development. The creation of Chinese association, certification program and recognition are covered, as well as the impact from cultural variation. Information is presented by experts from the clinical engineering, systems, and management communities and offers vision that can duplicate and improve the safety and quality of hospitals elsewhere in the world.