Vinmec Times City International

Vinmec Times City International - Overview

A Leading International Hospital in Hanoi

Located in Hanoi, Vietnam, Vinmec Times City International Hospital is one of the country's leading private hospitals, combining advanced medical technology, internationally recognized quality standards, and multidisciplinary patient care. As the first hospital established within the Vinmec Healthcare System, it has played a central role in the development of Vinmec's value-based healthcare approach since opening in 2012. The hospital is designed to serve both domestic and international patients seeking specialized diagnosis, treatment, surgery, rehabilitation, and preventive healthcare in Vietnam.

Located within the modern Times City urban complex, the hospital covers approximately 24,670 m² across seven floors above ground and two basement levels. It has a capacity of 300 inpatient beds and includes 18 specialized medical departments alongside dedicated centers. Its medical team brings together highly qualified Vietnamese and international physicians and healthcare professionals, supported by modern diagnostic, surgical, and treatment technologies.

Part of Vietnam's Leading Academic Healthcare Network

Vinmec Times City is part of the Vinmec Healthcare System, a not-for-profit academic health system that combines clinical care, medical education, scientific research, and continuous innovation. The system follows a value-based healthcare philosophy focused on patient-centered, safe, and internationally standardized care, while investing in advanced technologies, physician development, research, and new treatment approaches.

The academic structure of Vinmec supports collaboration between physicians, researchers, and educational institutions, helping translate scientific developments into clinical practice. This approach is particularly relevant to areas such as precision medicine, regenerative medicine, genetics, advanced surgery, and other specialized fields where research and clinical expertise are closely connected.

Comprehensive Medical Specialties and Multidisciplinary Care

Vinmec Times City provides a broad range of medical and surgical services through specialized departments and centers covering areas such as cardiology, oncology, orthopaedics and sports medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, assisted reproductive technology, gastroenterology, hepatobiliary and urology care, pediatrics, emergency medicine, intensive care, neurosurgery, rehabilitation, laboratory medicine, and diagnostic imaging.

The hospital's multidisciplinary model enables specialists from different fields to collaborate when patients require complex diagnosis or treatment. This coordinated approach is particularly important for conditions that involve multiple specialties, allowing medical teams to develop individualized treatment strategies based on comprehensive clinical evaluation. The hospital's focus on value-based and personalized healthcare further supports its approach to managing complex and specialized cases.

Advanced Medical Technology for Accurate Diagnosis and Treatment

Vinmec Times City has invested extensively in modern diagnostic and therapeutic technologies to support accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and complex medical procedures. Its diagnostic infrastructure includes 3.0 Tesla MRI, 128-slice CT, 256-slice dual-energy CT, PET/CT, SPECT/CT, digital X-ray, bone densitometry, and two-plane DSA systems. Its laboratory is equipped with modern automated systems from leading international manufacturers and supports a wide range of hematology, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, and pathology services.

The hospital also provides advanced surgical and treatment capabilities, including hybrid operating rooms, robotic surgery, cardiovascular interventions, organ transplantation, radiation therapy, and minimally invasive procedures. These technologies allow its multidisciplinary teams to manage a wide range of routine and complex medical conditions within an integrated hospital environment.

Internationally Recognized Quality and Patient Safety

Quality and patient safety are central to Vinmec Times City's clinical approach. The hospital was the first general hospital in Vietnam to receive Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation and has since achieved JCI accreditation four consecutive times. In its latest evaluation, Vinmec Times City became the first hospital in Vietnam to meet JCI's new criteria related to medical training and research, reflecting its development as an academic healthcare institution.

The hospital has also achieved a range of international specialty certifications and accreditations. These include International Center of Excellence (ICOE) certification in Cardiology from the American College of Cardiology (ACC), ACC accreditation for heart failure and cardiac catheterization, CAP accreditation for laboratory services, RTAC certification for assisted reproductive technology, AABB accreditation for its Biobank, and AFC Center of Excellence certification for Sports Medicine. Its Allergy and Clinical Immunology Center has also been recognized by the World Allergy Organization (WAO) as a Center of Excellence for 2025–2028, becoming the first medical facility in Vietnam to receive this recognition.

Dedicated Services for International Patients

For international patients seeking medical treatment in Vietnam, Vinmec provides a structured medical tourism process designed to support patients before, during, and after treatment. The process may include an initial review of medical records, physician assessment, preparation of an individualized treatment plan and quotation, assistance with travel, visa and booking arrangements, treatment at the hospital, and follow-up support after returning home.

This approach allows international patients to organize different stages of their medical journey through a coordinated healthcare service. Vinmec's medical tourism materials emphasize international-standard healthcare, personalized experiences, and global clinical standards as key elements of its international patient services.

Research, Education, and Medical Innovation

Beyond clinical care, Vinmec Times City forms part of an academic healthcare system that integrates research, medical education, and clinical practice. Vinmec's wider healthcare network invests in advanced medical technologies and research areas including precision medicine, biotechnology, regenerative medicine, cell therapy, and genetics, while collaborating with academic and international partners.

This academic environment supports the continuous development of medical expertise and the adoption of emerging treatment approaches. At Times City, this is reflected particularly in areas such as cardiology, reproductive medicine, oncology, allergy and immunology, orthopaedics, and regenerative medicine.

Centers of Excellence

Vinmec Times City has developed particular expertise in several highly specialized medical fields, supported by dedicated teams, advanced technologies, multidisciplinary collaboration, and internationally recognized quality standards. Its four principal Centers of Excellence focus on Cardiology, Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, Oncology, and Clinical Allergy & Immunology.

Cardiology

The Cardiology Center at Vinmec Times City is recognized as an International Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and has received ACC accreditation for both heart failure and cardiac catheterization. The center is also an official member of the Cleveland Clinic Connected program, supporting international collaboration and the adoption of advanced cardiovascular care practices.

Its cardiovascular services include the management of coronary artery disease, heart failure, structural heart conditions, and other complex cardiovascular disorders. The center provides advanced cardiovascular interventions and surgery, including minimally invasive and endoscopic procedures, and has been among the first hospitals in Vietnam to successfully implement ventricular-assisted artificial heart transplantation.

Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

The Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Center provides specialized care for musculoskeletal disorders, sports injuries, joint and spine conditions, bone and soft-tissue tumors, and rehabilitation. In 2024, the center received Center of Excellence recognition from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and became one of the 12 sports medicine centers in Asia to receive this certification.

Its clinical capabilities include arthroscopic surgery, sports medicine, upper- and lower-limb surgery, spine surgery, and specialized rehabilitation. Advanced technologies include a Motion Analysis Lab, 3D-based Anatomical Mapping, a hybrid operating room, robotic positioning technology, 4K arthroscopy, 3.0 Tesla MRI, 512-slice CT, PET-CT, and dedicated rehabilitation systems.

Oncology

The Oncology Center at Vinmec Times City provides multidisciplinary cancer care, combining cancer diagnosis and screening with surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and supportive care. The hospital's medical tourism materials also highlight PET/CT, 3.0 Tesla MRI, CAP-accredited pathology, and multidisciplinary oncology teams as part of its cancer care capabilities.

Radiation oncology services include advanced techniques such as VMAT, IMRT, SBRT, SRS, and 4D radiation therapy, supporting individualized treatment approaches for different cancer types and clinical situations.

Clinical Allergy & Immunology

The Clinical Allergy & Immunology Center provides diagnosis and treatment for conditions including asthma, atopic dermatitis, urticaria and angioedema, drug allergies, autoimmune diseases, and congenital or acquired immunodeficiencies. The center follows international clinical guidelines and uses an individualized immunological approach to support targeted diagnosis and treatment.

Its diagnostic capabilities include immunofluorescence, immunoblotting, ImmunoCAP testing, basophil activation testing using flow cytometry, and tryptase testing for anaphylaxis. The center also collaborates with international experts and institutions in research, training, and clinical practice. In 2025, it became the first medical facility in Vietnam to receive World Allergy Organization (WAO) Center of Excellence recognition for 2025–2028.