Can Tho Transforms Healthcare Sector into Growth Engine
Targeting double-digit growth, the city of Can Tho is leveraging the potential of its healthcare sector to progress toward becoming a specialized medical center for the Mekong Delta.
Targeting double-digit growth, the city of Can Tho is positioning the healthcare sector as a key growth engine and economic resource by leveraging the potential of high-value-added service sectors.
Economic Impact of the Healthcare Sector
The city of Can Tho is gradually leveraging the potential of the healthcare sector, identifying this field as highly promising. Beyond meeting healthcare needs, investments in this sector give momentum to other service areas.
Regional Patient Reception and Demand
Major hospitals in the region receive thousands of patients every day, a large portion of whom come from Mekong Delta provinces. This situation creates a significant economic resource in areas such as accommodation, food, transportation, and care.
Turning Points in Specialized Treatment
High professional and technical expertise is one of the key factors that makes Can Tho attractive to patients. Can Tho City General Hospital successfully performed its first kidney transplant, marking a new milestone in specialized treatment.
New Investments in Cardiology
The city's Cardiovascular Hospital has begun construction on its second facility at the Cai Rang Medical Center, expanding the scope of development in cardiology, which is one of the local healthcare priorities.
Resources and Technology at the Local Level
Resources for the growth of healthcare services are also being strongly deployed at the local level. Investing in technology and implementing financial autonomy mechanisms create sustainable revenue streams.
Goal of Becoming a Specialized Medical Center
According to the Politburo's Resolution No. 59-NQ/TW, Can Tho is advancing toward becoming a specialized medical center for the Mekong Delta. The city is investing in infrastructure and human resources to achieve this goal.