World-leading Corneal Expert Prof. Donald Tan Offers Treatment To Restore Eyesight At Fv Hospital
From October 12 to October 14, 2018, Prof. Donald Tan, former President of the World Corneal Society, will perform corneal…
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A Four-and-a-Half-Year Journey to Restore a Complete Hand for a Boy Born with a Floating Thumb
In a child's everyday movements, the thumb accounts for up to 50% of the hand's overall function. Without it, seemingly…
FV surgeons use robotic technology to remove complex thyroid cancer lymph nodes, saving Cambodian patient from two major surgeries
Instead of undergoing two high-risk operations to treat multiple metastatic lymph nodes located deep within…
90-Year-Old Man Back on his Feet Just One Day After Surgery for a 7cm Colon Tumour at FV Hospital
A 7cm colon tumour that had almost completely obstructed the bowel, combined with a history…
Tumour Removal and Breast Reconstruction in a Single Endoscopic Procedure: A “2-in-1” Solution for Breast Cancer Patients
Early detection of breast cancer offers a high chance of a cure, but the fear…
FV Hospital’s Staff Shows Enthusiasm For The “Give Blood – Give Hope” Programme
On September 21, more than 157 FV employees participated in FV’s "Give Blood – Give Hope" programme, donating more than 160 units of blood at FV Hospital for the National Institute of Haematology and Blood Transfusion. "Give Blood – Give Hope" took place from 8 am to 2 pm. Many FV employees participated in this blood donation programme for the first time; others regularly give blood to help those in need.
FV Welcomes New Head Of Oncology, Dr Basma M’barek
On August 20, 2018, Dr Basma M’Barek assumed her new role as Head of Oncology at FV Hospital. Dr Basma is highly experienced in radiotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy and palliative care and ensures patients benefit from pain relief throughout treatment to recover quickly. Dr Basma is a member of the European Society of Therapeutic Radiation and Oncology (ESTRO).
Queue Management at FV Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy
The FV Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy is located on the Ground Floor of the F Building and accessible from the Indochina…
Birth Preparation Programme
FV Hospital team would like to invite you to join our birth preparation programme. It includes 5 sessions covering different periods of pregnancy. Our aim is to give essential information and reply to your question in order to give you the best experience possible. Our classes are held on the 5th floor, F Building – Room 534, Maternity Ward. We suggest you complete all the 5 sessions. Please wear comfortable clothes.
FV Successfully Treats Invasive Cervical Cancer
In August, FV Hospital’s General Surgery Department successfully treated Ms V.T. Song Phien, 48 , from Tay Ninh, for stage four cervical cancer which had invaded many complex pelvic organs. Previously, Ms Song Phien had been treated in many hospitals but her disease kept worsening. When she came to FV she was desperately worried – her recurring tumour had invaded her pelvic area and surrounding organs: her bladder, vagina, rectum, uterus, colon and small intestine. In addition, she had an infected uterus abscess.
Dr Yann Dréan Takes The Position Of Head Of Obstetrics And Gynaecology At FV Hospital
On August 15, 2018, Dr Yann Dréan officially joined FV’s team as Head of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Before moving to Vietnam, Dr Dréan worked at hospitals in France, including Amiens-Picardie and Hospital Center of the Basque Coast. He has spent many years as a senior consultant in the field of Obstetrics and Gynaecology with specialist experience in handling high-risk pregnancies.
Induction of Labour
WHAT IS INDUCTION OF LABOUR? Induction of labour is the process of using drugs or other methods to encourage labour…
FV Successfully Treats Rare Chronic Convulsive Eyelid
Ms T.T. Tuyet (41, resident of Long An) came to FV Hospital with twitching eyelids. This unusual disease had been troubling her for six years, despite receiving a host of treatments at many hospitals. Last month, her eyes convulsed when riding a motorcycle, causing her to fall and break her legs
When Doctors Enter The Battle
It is often said that doctors are soldiers on the health front. Every prescribed dose and decision contributes to a patient’s wellbeing and survival. A recent severe, complex, near-death case of heart disease at FV Hospital was a particularly nerve-racking battle, where Head of Cardiology Dr Huynh Ngoc Long acted as the general taking charge of the “troops”, establishing tactics and strategies and coordinating with many combat units at the hospital to fight for the patient’s life.
Nguyen Thi Vinh Thanh – A Doctor With An Empathetic Heart
Talking to Dr Vinh Thanh, it is easy to see that this doctor is a perfectionist with an empathetic heart. After working with every patient, even though the scheduled work has been completed, she often asks herself: "Is this best for the patient?", "Did I forget to do something that may benefit the patient?”
The Anaesthesiologist – A Silent Hero
Anaesthesia is extremely important to the success of an operation. The anaesthetists is the specialist who determines how much anaesthetic is sufficient for the surgery without posing a risk to the patient. Because there is no specific formula that can be applied to all patients, the anaesthetists must rely on their skill and experience to ensure each patient can comfortably undergo surgery.
