Hospitals in Vietnam: A City-by-City Guide

Where to go when something goes wrong, from international-standard hospitals in the big cities to your basic options in tourist towns.

Published 2026-05-17· 6 min read· Vietnam Knowledge

Last reviewed: 30 June 2026Report outdated info

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Vietnam has a two-tier healthcare system in practice. State-run hospitals are cheap and competent for routine care, but they are crowded, paperwork-heavy, and Vietnamese-only in most cases. International and private hospitals cost ten to twenty times more, but the doctors speak English, the wards are calm, and the standard of care for most things is genuinely on par with what you would expect at home.

For anything serious, go private. For travel insurance reasons, see travel insurance before you need it.

Hanoi

Vinmec Times City in Hai Ba Trung district is the flagship private hospital in the north. Strong in cardiology, oncology, and maternity. JCI-accredited. They have English-speaking coordinators and accept most major international insurance directly.

Hanoi French Hospital (Hopital Francais de Hanoi) in Phuong Mai is the old guard — French-managed, reliable for general medicine, A&E, and minor surgery. Smaller than Vinmec but more personal.

Family Medical Practice Hanoi in Van Phuc Diplomatic Compound is the go-to GP clinic for the expat community. Not a hospital, but they handle everything short of surgery and have a 24/7 line for advice. Good for travel medicine, vaccinations, and being told whether you actually need to go to A&E.

For state-run, Bach Mai is the largest teaching hospital and the place ambulances default to. Excellent specialists buried inside a chaotic system.

Ho Chi Minh City

FV Hospital (Franco-Vietnamese) in District 7 is widely considered the best private hospital in the country. Full surgical capability, oncology unit, ICU, and they will repatriate you if needed. Pricier than Vinmec but worth it for anything complex.

Vinmec Central Park in Binh Thanh is newer, modern, and similar in standard to FV. Good for maternity and general medicine.

Family Medical Practice has three branches (Diamond Plaza in District 1, District 2, and District 7). Same model as Hanoi — first port of call for most expats.

City International Hospital in Binh Tan is solid mid-tier private. Cheaper than FV, decent English support.

State-run Cho Ray is the major referral hospital — top specialists, very busy. Hospital 115 is similar.

Da Nang

Vinmec Da Nang opened the central region's first international-standard private hospital and remains the default for serious cases. Modern, English-speaking.

Hoan My Da Nang is the largest private hospital network — cheaper than Vinmec, decent A&E, some English.

Family Medical Practice Da Nang in Hai Chau district covers the same role as in the bigger cities.

For state-run, Da Nang General Hospital is the main public option.

Hoi An, Hue, Phu Quoc, Nha Trang

In Hoi An, the Hoi An Hospital is basic but functional for minor issues. Anything serious — broken bones, stitches that need a real surgeon, suspected dengue — get a taxi to Da Nang (45 minutes) and go to Vinmec or Family Medical Practice.

Hue has Hue Central Hospital, one of the country's three top teaching hospitals on paper, with strong specialists. English is patchy but the skill is there.

Phu Quoc has Vinmec Phu Quoc in the south of the island — a small but proper international-standard facility. The state hospital in Duong Dong handles minor issues only.

Nha Trang has Vinmec Nha Trang and Sai Gon - Nha Trang International Hospital. For anything truly serious, evacuation to HCMC is the realistic plan.

What things cost

A GP consultation at Family Medical Practice runs roughly 1.2 to 2 million VND (around $50–80). The same visit at a state-run hospital is 50,000–200,000 VND ($2–8) — if you can navigate the queue and the language.

A night in a private room at Vinmec or FV is 3–8 million VND ($120–320). A state-run shared ward is under 500,000 VND.

A simple A&E visit with X-ray and stitches at a private hospital is typically 3–6 million VND. Major surgery — appendix, fracture repair — at FV or Vinmec runs $3,000–8,000.

Settle the insurance question before you travel. Some private hospitals direct-bill; many still want you to pay and claim back. Make sure you can put $5,000 on a card if needed. See travel insurance and emergency numbers.

Frequently asked questions

Should I go to a state-run or private hospital in Vietnam?

For anything serious, private hospitals are typically the better choice for foreign visitors — doctors commonly speak English, wards tend to be calmer, and the standard of care is generally comparable to what you may expect at home. State-run hospitals are cheaper and can house excellent specialists, but they are usually crowded, paperwork-heavy, and operate in Vietnamese in most cases.

Which private hospital is considered the best in Ho Chi Minh City?

FV Hospital in District 7 is widely regarded as the leading private hospital in the country, with full surgical capability, an oncology unit, an ICU, and repatriation support. Vinmec Central Park in Binh Thanh is a comparable alternative, particularly for maternity and general medicine.

What should I do if I get seriously ill in Hoi An?

The local Hoi An Hospital may handle minor issues, but for anything serious — such as a significant fracture, stitches requiring a surgeon, or suspected dengue — the page recommends travelling to Da Nang, roughly 45 minutes away, where Vinmec Da Nang and Family Medical Practice are available. Confirm the current situation with your insurer before making that decision.

How much does a GP visit or A&E trip cost at a private hospital?

A GP consultation at Family Medical Practice typically runs around 1.2 to 2 million VND (roughly $50–80). A simple A&E visit with X-ray and stitches at a private hospital is in the region of 3–6 million VND, while major surgery such as appendix repair or a fracture may run $3,000–8,000 at hospitals like FV or Vinmec. Costs may vary, so confirm with the hospital and your insurer.

Do private hospitals in Vietnam accept international insurance directly?

Some private hospitals, including Vinmec Times City in Hanoi, are noted as accepting major international insurance directly. Many others, however, may require you to pay upfront and claim reimbursement afterwards, so the page suggests being able to put around $5,000 on a card if needed. Check your policy and call ahead to confirm billing arrangements before attending.

Is there international-standard care available outside Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City?

Yes, in several locations. Vinmec operates facilities in Da Nang, Phu Quoc, and Nha Trang, each described as international-standard. For very serious cases in Nha Trang, the page notes that evacuation to HCMC may be the more realistic plan, so your travel insurance coverage for medical evacuation is worth verifying beforehand.

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