Vietnam, Japan kick-off International Oncology Hospital joint project

(VNF) - The international cancer hospital, a joint project of Vietnam and Japan was launched in Xuan Tao Ward, North Tu Liem District, Hanoi on March 2.

The Vietnam - Japan International Oncology Hospital covers an area of nearly 5,000 square metres, with a floor area of 28,000 square metres.

The amount of capital invested in this project is VND1.5 trillion (US$65.7 million). It is scheduled to be completed by 2018 with approximately 100 inpatient beds. For outpatient service, the hospital can provide up to 250 beds.

The hospital's architectural drawing (source: The Investment News)

All departments of the hospital are expected to meet the Joint Commission International Accreditation Standards for Hospitals (JCI standards), targeting screening, early detection, diagnosis and treatment for cancer patients.

The International Oncology Hospital will be operated following the hi-tech model of an international hospital on par with standards of Japan and the US, particularly in terms of testing equipment. Furthermore, its center for pathological analysis and diagnosis will be connected with partners in Japan and the US for the most accurate initial examination results.

Speaking at the ground-breaking ceremony, Hotta Kenji, president of the Japanese non-profit organization supporting international oncology patients shared: "It is our honor to be partner of the Vietnam-Japan International Oncology Hospital. We hope that in future we can offer Vietnamese patients of cancer the opportunities to receive treatment in home country, instead of going abroad for this service. It will be a cost and time saving choice"./.

( VNF/Nhan Dan News )