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New facility for Sarcoma patients in Vietnam
January 2024

New facility for Sarcoma patients in Vietnam

Sarcoma is a rare yet highly malignant group of cancers, with bone cancer and soft tissue cancer being two groups that require complex diagnostic and treatment processes. Soon, patients in Vietnam will gain access to a new reputable facility for comprehensive sarcoma treatment that has been evaluated by Cleveland Clinic (USA).

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Huge gaps in bone and soft tissue sarcoma treatment
January 2024

Huge gaps in bone and soft tissue sarcoma treatment

Bone and soft tissue cancer (sarcoma) is a rare form of highly malignant, easily misdiagnosed cancer that requires complicated treatment - a host of challenges that make its treatment in Vietnam remains a big gap. This situation leads to remarkable disadvantages for the majority of patients.

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APPLYING THE ACC STANDARDS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF HEART FAILURE TREATMENT AT VINMEC
January 2024

APPLYING THE ACC STANDARDS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF HEART FAILURE TREATMENT AT VINMEC

The prevalence of heart failure in the Southeast Asia region is significantly higher than the rest of the world (4.5–6.7% compared to 0.5–2%) [1]. In the case of cardiac hospitals in Vietnam, heart failure patients account for 15% of total admissions, with a readmission rate within 30 days after discharge rising up to 7% [2].

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QUATRO Conference at Vinmec Central Park shared updates and  cutting edge techniques in assessing the quality of radiotherapy
November 2023

QUATRO Conference at Vinmec Central Park shared updates and cutting edge techniques in assessing the quality of radiotherapy

Recently, the conference on Quality Assurance Team for Radiation Oncology (QUATRO) took place at Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital, attracting many experts and leaders from leading Oncology hospitals across the country. The conference aims to discuss safety requirements, as well as quality assurance standards in radiotherapy practice.

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[Vinmec Central Park] Pink Day – Color The Journey Against Breast Cancer In Pink
November 2023

[Vinmec Central Park] Pink Day – Color The Journey Against Breast Cancer In Pink

Vinmec Central Park International Hospital recently hosted Pink Day program - "Early breast cancer screening can save your life" for Vinhomes Women's Association with the participation of leading experts in mammary glands in Vietnam. The purpose of the program is to increase women's awareness of the value of early breast disease detection and diagnosis.

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VinMec establishes state-of-the-art clinic to serve Phu Quoc’s growing population
October 2023

VinMec establishes state-of-the-art clinic to serve Phu Quoc’s growing population

It offers efficient delivery through an integrated telehealth app and a variety of emergency procedures.

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Gallbladder stone removal by endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) at Vinmec Ha Long
October 2023

Gallbladder stone removal by endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) at Vinmec Ha Long

Gallbladder stone removal by ERCP represents is being implemented at Vinmec Hạ Long International Hospital. This method offers a range of advantages, including comprehensive stone treatment, gallbladder preservation, shortened hospitalization, and improved quality of life for patients.

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ADVANCES IN CARDIOVASCULAR INTERVENTION CONFERENCE
October 2023

ADVANCES IN CARDIOVASCULAR INTERVENTION CONFERENCE

Hanoi, October 7th 2023 - In collaboration with Cleveland Clinic, the world's number one hospital in cardiology, Vinmec convened a distinguished assembly of experts to orchestrate “Advanced in Cardiovascular Intervention” conference. This symposium was conceived to consolidate accrued achievements as well as disseminate the latest knowledge and cutting-edge techniques within the realm of cardiology, both domestically and on a global scale. The conference aims to elevate the professional competence and treatment outcomes for cardiovascular pathologies in Vietnam.

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Successful removal of an extremely rare over-20 cm bone tumor
October 2023

Successful removal of an extremely rare over-20 cm bone tumor

A 19-year-old male patient with a giant bone tumor the size of a 9-month-old fetus was successfully treated by multidisciplinary surgery, via a team of more than 30 doctors and nurses specializing in Orthopedics, Gastroenterology – Urology, Cardiology, Anesthesiology, Resuscitation, etc., of Vinmec Times City International Hospital.

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Vinmec researches AI application in orthopedics
October 2023

Vinmec researches AI application in orthopedics

On September 29, 2023, Vinmec Healthcare System organized the International Scientific Conference titled "Innovation in Orthopedics and Rheumatology", which featured the participation and scientific reports of over 100 experts and doctors from Osaka Metropolitan University and Kanazawa University (Japan), Stanford University (USA), Vinmec Healthcare System, and VinUniversity. In 11 thematic seminars of the Conference, the speakers mostly focused on the cross-cutting themes of application of 3D and AI technologies in skeletal surgery as the state-of-the-art, safe and highly effective interventions today.

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Patient with heart rupture saved miraculously after two cardiac arrests
October 2023

Patient with heart rupture saved miraculously after two cardiac arrests

Doctors at Vinmec Times City International Hospital raced against time to save the life of a 62-year-old patient with a heart rupture who experienced two cardiac arrests. Typically, most similar cases result in death if not surgically treated promptly, and even with surgery, only 50% of them survive, often with neurological sequelae. In this particular case, the patient has a miraculously complete recovery.

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Vinmec achieved success in treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia with CAR-T cell therapy, a first in Vietnam
October 2023

Vinmec achieved success in treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia with CAR-T cell therapy, a first in Vietnam

Vinmec Research Institute of Stem Cell and Gene Technology (VRISG) has successfully treated a 4-year-old patient with acute lymphoblastic leukemia using CAR-T cell therapy. After two months of treatment at Vinmec, the patient’s peripheral blood tests and bone marrow tests recorded no cancer cells or malignant cells, respectively, and the patient met the criteria for complete remission.

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