Development of specialized medical branches Since the beginning of 2026, Ho Chi Minh City’s healthcare sector has undergone a significant transformation with the implementation of a multi-campus model for tertiary and specialized hospitals. Instead of concentrating all resources in the city center, institutions such as Nhan dan Gia Dinh Hospital and Tu Du Hospital have operationalized new branches (Campus 2) in District 1 and Can Gio District. This model involves moving high-quality medical teams and modern equipment closer to suburban and gateway residential areas.
Operational efficiency and statistical data Operational data from the initial weeks indicates a clear shift in medical service patterns:
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In Can Gio: After 6 weeks of operation, Tu Du Hospital Campus 2 saw outpatient visits rise to 250 cases per day. Notably, the number of patients requiring transfer to the city center dropped significantly from 40 cases to approximately 3 cases per day.
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In the central area: Nhan dan Gia Dinh Hospital Campus 2 handled an average of 700 visits per day (a 30% increase) and 40 emergency cases per day (a 50% increase), covering fields such as neurology, cardiology, and traumatology.
Systemic restructuring strategy According to the HCMC Department of Health’s orientation for the 2026-2030 period, these campuses serve as vital links in a “multi-tier and multi-center” healthcare system. The core objective is to utilize the “golden hour” in emergencies, reduce infrastructural pressure on the urban core, and ensure uniform treatment standards across all medical sites. Inter-hospital consultation protocols and the deployment of high-quality personnel are maintained to ensure the local capacity to handle complex medical cases.