People waiting to see doctors for pink eye at Ho Chi Minh City Eye Hospital. (Photo: VNA) Zalo Facebook Twitter Print Copy link HCM City (VNA) – The healthcare sector in Ho Chi Minh City has been making significant strides in adopting digital technology, with the goal of establishing a smart healthcare system that delivers more efficient, accessible, and convenient services to the public. Hospitals in the city have digitised patient records, ensuring that information is securely stored while remaining easily retrievable and transferrable across healthcare facilities. According to the municipal Department of Health, the implementation of electronic medical records has led to shorter diagnostic and treatment times, reduced administrative burdens, allowed doctors to focus more on patient care, and minimised the likelihood of medical errors. Many hospitals have also introduced telemedicine, linking healthcare stations with specialists at general and specialised hospitals throughout the city. Telemedicine provides invaluable professional support, especially in challenging or rare cases, and offers continued education and consultation for healthcare workers at local health stations. The use of telemedicine extends beyond consultations, also enabling remote training, sharing medical expertise, updating treatment protocols, and facilitating ongoing professional development for hospitals across the southern region. Ho Chi […]