FV Hospital Celebrates International Allied Health Professions Day 2026

On 14 October 2026, FV Hospital held a special event to express its appreciation for allied health professionals. Attendees included members of the Board of Directors, heads of departments, and more than 40 allied health professionals and specialists.

The event recognised the dedication of allied health professionals across a range of specialties, including Dietetics and Nutrition, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Diagnostic Imaging and Interventional Radiology, and Nuclear Medicine, among others. They play a vital role in patient care, working alongside FV’s doctors throughout patients’ treatment and recovery.

The Allied Health Professions team takes a commemorative photo with FV Hospital Board of Directors

Speaking at the event, Ms Pham Thi Thanh Mai, Chief Operating Officer of FV Hospital, expressed her heartfelt appreciation for the team, saying: “Despite the many demanding procedures and technical requirements of your work, it is your dedication and empathy for our patients that make FV truly special.”

Ms Pham Thi Thanh Mai expresses her heartfelt appreciation for the allied health team

Sharing her thoughts on the occasion, Ms Catherine Cousin, Head of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, said: “Today is a truly special day. I deeply appreciate the working environment at FV and would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all my colleagues for coming together and demonstrating the strength of our team spirit.”

Ms Catherine Cousin shares her appreciation of FV’s team spirit

Mr Le Thanh Nam, Head Diagnostic Radiographer, shared his thoughts on the occasion: “Dedication is the guiding principle in our allied health work. Every clear, accurate diagnostic image helps doctors make informed treatment decisions and gives patients greater peace of mind.”

Mr Le Thanh Nam highlights the role of diagnostic imaging in supporting patient care

One of the most touching moments of the programme was the presentation of a special gift created by Dr Nguyen Viet Quynh Thu, MSc, Specialist Level II, Head of the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition. As a heartfelt gesture of appreciation, she personally designed a set of illustrations representing the different allied health specialties and presented them to her colleagues as a token of thanks.

Dr Nguyen Viet Quynh Thu, MSc, Specialist Level II, presents her original artwork celebrating the different allied health specialties

The atmosphere became even livelier with a fun knowledge-quiz minigame. Ten engaging questions prompted applause and laughter, while prizes added to the excitement and gave colleagues an opportunity to relax and enjoy time together.

Allied health professionals enthusiastically participate in the knowledge-quiz minigame

The event concluded on a joyful note, with members of the Board of Directors presenting gifts and posing for commemorative photos with the team. FV Hospital once again extends its sincere thanks to all allied health professionals for their unwavering dedication and invaluable contribution to patient care. Their work supports our medical teams in delivering high-quality treatment and helping patients feel reassured throughout their care journey.