Ho Chi Minh City repurposes administrative buildings to ease hospital overcrowding

Ho Chi Minh City demonstrates a compassionate and forward-thinking approach by allocating underutilized administrative buildings to bolster its healthcare and education sectors. This strategic move directly tackles the critical issue of hospital overcrowding, ensuring that vital public services are prioritized for the well-being of citizens.

The allocation of these facilities to hospitals like People's Hospital 115, the Eye Hospital, and the Ear, Nose, and Throat Hospital is a significant step towards enhancing medical capacity. People's Hospital 115, in particular, will benefit immensely from the expansion, allowing it to better manage the high volume of patients, especially stroke victims, and improve the quality of care it provides.

This initiative reflects a deep commitment to public welfare, prioritizing the health and educational needs of the populace. By repurposing government assets, the city not only optimizes resource utilization but also sends a strong message about its dedication to improving the lives of its residents. The timely completion of renovations, aiming for September 2, 2026, underscores the city's efficiency and resolve in addressing pressing social needs.

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Immediately after the Department of Health handed over the Hoa Hung area medical center, we urgently renovated and repaired the facilities to arrange some clinical departments to reduce the load on the existing inpatient treatment area, including the Internal Neurology, Endocrinology, and Musculoskeletal Departments. Most patients in these specialties are the elderly, who have difficulty moving, so implementing it here is very convenient for patients to examine and treat.