Shadowing Practice: High-tech solutions transforming Vietnamese healthcare | Vietnam Today - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Examples of free health checks
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and free vaccination programs reflect how Vietnam's healthcare system is undergoing one of its most significant transformations in decades.
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The government has designated healthcare as a top priority sector for digital transformation,
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targeting full adoption of electronic health records and high-tech equipment.
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And in Ho Chi Minh City,
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hospitals are embracing a new generation of tools that promise faster and more accurate patient care care.
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Now our reporter has the story.
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University Medical Center Ho Chi Minh City has pioneered the full transition to paperless electronic medical records,
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becoming the first hospital in Vietnam to officially eliminate paper-based files entirely.
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The shift is part of a broader digital transformation drive,
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encompassing AI-assisted diagnosis, telemedicine and advanced imaging management systems.
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For frontline nursing staff, the change has been tangible.
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In the past, when we were still using paper records,
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it was very time-consuming to search for files and quite difficult to ensure complete and accurate documentation.
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But now, with electronic medical records,
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record-keeping has become more convenient and accurate,
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and search for patient files is also much easier.
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For healthcare facilities, the synchronized rollout of electronic medical records and information systems has helped standardize clinical workflows,
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significantly reduce paperwork, cut operating costs, and improve management efficiency.
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In digital healthcare, many hospitals in Vietnam have already implemented electronic medical records,
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but the problem is a lack of standardization.
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Once we achieve that standardization,
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different hospital systems drawing from a common data source will give us a unified,
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interoperable health data system that truly makes a difference.
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Beyond records, hospitals in Ho Chi Minh City are also equipping themselves with the latest generation of medical devices,
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pushing the boundaries of medical standards within the region.
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Our facility has been equipped with the latest ultrasound machines featuring 3D to 4D imaging and AI integration,
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the newest models available this year,
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which allows us to detect all fetal abnormalities during pregnancy.
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Vietnam's Resolution 72 on medical innovation and advancement underscores the creation of interconnected data ecosystems,
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interoperability across sectors, and the adoption of global practices to modernize local healthcare governance,
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which will align local medical data with international practices.
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This is Mai Khang reporting from Ho Chi Minh City for Vietnam Today.
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From training the region's surgeons to performing complex operations on patients from 26 countries,
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Bingson Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City has quietly become one of Southeast Asia's most respected centers for high-tech surgery.
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Our reporter sat down with its Deputy Director,
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Dr Nguyễn Phúc Cầm Hoàng,
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to find out how a hospital founded seven decades ago is now setting the standard for robotic
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and minimally invasive procedures across the region.
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Thank you, Dr. Nguyễn Phúc Cầm Hoàng,
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for joining the interview today.
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Binh Dân Hospital has performed nearly 1,100 surgeries for international patients from 26 countries over the past three years.
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So in your view, what factors have enabled the hospital to achieve such high quality and international reputation?
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Established in 1954, the young hospital has been the cradle of surgery for Ho Chi Minh City
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and the southern part of Vietnam for nearly seven decades.
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The hospital actively promotes strategic collaboration with medical society,
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medical university and leading hospitals in developed countries such as the United States and European countries.
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In line with Ho Chi Minh City's development orientation to become an ASEAN regional healthcare hub specializing in high-tech medicine,
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Binh Dân Hospital is now positioned as a leading center for general surgery,
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thoracic vascular surgery and urology.
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Since 2019, Binh Dân Hospital was recognized
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and selected by the Da Vinci Company USA as the first robotic surgeon training facility in Vietnam.
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This is a significant achievement,
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affirming the hospital's professional capacity and reputation in high-tech surgery.
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In this role, the hospital has certified 23 robotic surgeons,
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including 10 general surgery surgeons and 13 urology surgeons,
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along with 13 professional scrub nurses.
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The hospital regularly sends doctors abroad for demonstration surgeries and technique transfer to countries like India,
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Thailand and Malaysia, while also hosting international doctors for training.
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Could you share more about this international collaboration and its impact on the hospital's expertise?
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Since 2013, the hospital has continually organized the short-term courses for the total of of nearly 90 urologies from South
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and Southeast Asia, including Indonesia,
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the Philippines, Nepal, Bangladesh, India,
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Malaysia, and Cambodia, providing the in-depth training high-tech urology,
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such as percutaneous surgery, urological endoscopy, and laparoscopy.
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Binh Dân Hospital is and will continue to be
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an attractive destination for the young doctors who is seeking for the opportunities to work
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and to study in an academic environment specializing in advanced surgery.
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Thank you so much Dr. Huang for your valuable insights.
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It's my pleasure.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English speaking skills by exploring the recent advancements in Vietnam's healthcare system. The content focuses on high-tech solutions, digital transformation, and the impact of these changes on patient care and hospital operations. You will enhance your vocabulary related to healthcare and technology while improving your pronunciation and fluency through a technique known as shadowspeak. By engaging with the content, you will gain a deeper understanding of how modern innovations are reshaping the medical landscape in Vietnam, which will be beneficial for IELTS speaking practice and everyday conversations.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Digital transformation - A significant change in the way organizations operate through technology.
  • Electronic health records - Digital version of patients' paper charts, improving data accessibility and management.
  • AI-assisted diagnosis - Using artificial intelligence tools to assist in diagnosing medical conditions.
  • Telemedicine - The use of telecommunication technology to provide healthcare at a distance.
  • Minimally invasive procedures - Medical techniques that require smaller incisions than traditional methods.
  • Interoperability - The ability of different systems to work together and share information seamlessly.
  • 3D and 4D imaging - Advanced imaging techniques that provide detailed visuals for diagnosis.

Practice Tips

To effectively improve your English speaking skills using this video’s transcript, use a shadowing app to practice alongside the speaker's voice. Focus on mimicking the intonation and rhythm to grasp the natural flow of English. As you shadow, pay attention to the speed of the speaker, which is moderately fast. For enhanced practice, read along with the transcript to familiarize yourself with the vocabulary before attempting to speak without it. Remember to pause at the end of each sentence to ensure that you are not rushing, making your practice session more productive and engaging. This method not only aids in improving your pronunciation but also boosts confidence in your English speaking practice. Make sure to repeat sections that challenge you, as this will reinforce your learning and make you more comfortable in discussions related to healthcare topics, an area you might encounter in IELTS speaking practice as well.

Wat is de Shadowing-techniek?

Shadowing is een wetenschappelijk onderbouwde taalleermethode die oorspronkelijk is ontwikkeld voor professionele tolkentraining en gepopulariseerd door polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. De methode is eenvoudig maar krachtig: je luistert naar native Engelse audio en herhaalt het onmiddellijk hardop — als een schaduw die de spreker volgt met slechts 1–2 seconden vertraging. In tegenstelling tot passief luisteren of grammaticadrills, dwingt shadowing je hersenen en mondspieren om echte spraakpatronen tegelijkertijd te verwerken en te reproduceren. Onderzoek toont aan dat het de uitspraaknauwkeurigheid, intonatie, ritme, verbonden spraak, luisterbegrip en spreekvaardigheid aanzienlijk verbetert — waardoor het een van de meest effectieve methoden is voor IELTS Speaking-voorbereiding en echte Engelse communicatie.