Hanoi (Hà Nội) serves as the primary medical hub for northern Vietnam, offering a mix of large public hospitals, specialized institutes, and an increasing number of private international clinics.
**Public Hospitals** * **Bach Mai Hospital:** The largest multi-specialty public hospital in northern Vietnam, highly regarded for its cardiology and intensive care units. * **Viet Duc Hospital:** The premier surgical center in the country. * **Hanoi Medical University Hospital:** A highly respected teaching hospital associated with the country's oldest medical school. * **National Hospital of Traditional Medicine:** The leading center combining traditional Vietnamese and modern medicine.
**Private and International Facilities** * **Vinmec International Hospital:** A JCI-accredited private hospital offering premium care. * **French Hospital of Hanoi (L'Hôpital Français de Hanoi):** A popular choice for expatriates, providing international-standard medical services. * **Family Medical Practice:** Offers urgent care and general outpatient services with English-speaking staff.
Pharmacies (hiệu thuốc) are ubiquitous on almost every street, offering a wide range of over-the-counter medications.
