Organizing a Concrete Definition of Japanese-style Healthcare
Expectations for Japanese-style (Nihon-shiki) Healthcare In our efforts to implement Japanese-style (Nihon-shiki) healthcare, we aim to clarify its definition and concrete methods of delivery, thereby facilitating collaboration with local clinics in Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi. There is an expectation for Japanese-style healthcare in Vietnam, but it's often equated with the image of high-quality healthcare […]
Medical Digital Transformation (DX) in ASEAN Countries
According to JETRO materials, ASEAN countries are advancing digital transformation (DX) in the healthcare sector as follows: Singapore: As part of the national strategy, the "Smart Nation" initiative announced in 2014 and the "Industry Transformation Map" by the Future Economy Council in 2017 focus on healthcare. Initiatives include introducing innovative, patient-centered solutions and incorporating them […]
Physicians and nurses interested in medical care in Vietnam are wanted.
Healthcare Asia, Inc. is seeking a diverse group of partner doctors interested in providing medical care to Japanese and Vietnamese patients in Ho Chi Minh City, a city experiencing remarkable growth. Our goal is to establish a new model of medical care with doctors who share the vision of Healthcare Asia Co. We offer opportunities […]
Differences between Japanese and ASEAN Healthcare
The differences in healthcare between Japan and ASEAN countries can be quite significant, with various aspects such as insurance systems, consultation mechanisms, medical institutions, healthcare delivery, quality of care, and hospitality differing notably. This article, based on my experiences traveling across East Asia and 13 ASEAN countries, provides an overview of these differences. It's important […]
Partner Doctor Corner is Now Open.
What is a Partner Doctor (PD)? Partner Doctors (PD) refer to physicians who agree with the purpose of Healthcare Asia Corporation and participate in both outbound and inbound medical and nursing care ventures. They are a collective of individuals aiming to achieve their respective goals through the exchange of medical and nursing care between Asia […]
Obtaining a Medical Practice Certificate for Japanese Nurses
For a Japanese nurse with Japanese nursing qualifications to work in Vietnam, obtaining a medical practice certificate is necessary. The requirements are as follows: ① Possession of a medical specialty graduation certificate issued or recognized in Vietnam, ② Proficiency in Vietnamese or the presence of an interpreter in the facility, ③ No criminal history, ④ […]
Healthcare in the Philippines
Back in 2014, I spent two days visiting several medical institutions in Manila, Philippines. Starting in Makati, I chartered a car to begin the tour from nearby hospitals. First was St. Luke’s Medical Center in the Quezon district (see top photo). Although sharing its name with Japan's St. Luke's, any connection is unclear. This hospital, […]
Healthcare in Brunei
In December 2016, as part of a medical facility survey in the ASEAN countries, I visited Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei, the last country on our list. This article recounts that visit, which served as a catalyst for further exploration of healthcare institutions in ASEAN. "The Kingdom of Brunei, an Islamic microstate with […]
Overview of the Vietnamese Healthcare Insurance System
In socialist Vietnam, the healthcare insurance system comprises a mandatory Universal Health Insurance scheme (VSS) and a voluntary insurance program. The voluntary insurance serves as a complement to the mandatory scheme and differs from insurance models in countries like Japan. The current enrollment rate for the compulsory universal insurance is just under 70%, and the […]
The City Transformed
In 2015, when we invested in a pediatric clinic, Ho Chi Minh City was already undergoing a construction boom, even without a fully developed subway system. Fast forward to 2023, a glance at Districts 1 and 2, and Binh Thanh District reveals a landscape transformed into an urban metropolis, replete with towering buildings and condominiums. […]