Celebrating 71 Years of Vietnamese Physicians: Proud of Our Educational Mission in Hoa Binh University

The History and Sacred Significance of Vietnamese Physicians’ Day

Seventy-one years ago, on February 27, 1955, President Ho Chi Minh sent a historic letter to the Health Staff Conference. Despite its brevity of just 368 words, this concise and accessible message, published in the People’s Newspaper, conveyed profound philosophies and three core pieces of advice for health care workers:

1. Emphasize Honest Unity .
2. Show Compassion to Patients (“A doctor should be as caring as a mother”).
3. Contribute to Building National Medicine .

On February 6, 1985, the Council of Ministers officially designated February 27 each year as Vietnamese Physicians’ Day. This date serves as an important opportunity for society to express deep respect and gratitude to our “white-coated soldiers,” while also reminding those in the medical field to continually enhance their responsibilities and virtues in the mission of building and protecting our homeland.

Faculty of Medicine – Hoa Binh University: Elevating the Training Mission

In line with President Ho Chi Minh’s guidance, the Faculty of Medicine at Hoa Binh University is committed to training a highly skilled medical workforce (Doctors, Traditional Medicine practitioners, Nurses) to meet the rigorous demands of society. To honor the trust placed in us and achieve our established goals, Hoa Binh University continuously invests in the quality of education:

• Competency-Based Curriculum : Our program is designed according to the Ministry of Health’s standards, integrating horizontal (within the same academic year) and vertical (across academic years) knowledge, ensuring students master their subjects from foundational to advanced levels.
• State-of-the-Art Practical Facilities : The medical facilities for basic and pre-clinical training (Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Emergency Care, Surgery, etc.) are equipped with advanced simulation models and tools to optimize the learning process.
• Reputable Clinical Practice Network : Hoa Binh University students gain hands-on experience at top-tier hospitals in the capital, including:
  • 19-8 Hospital (Ministry of Public Security)
  • Central Tropical Diseases Hospital
  • Hanoi Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital
  • Ha Dong General Hospital
  • Agricultural General Hospital.

A Message of Gratitude

All these efforts are directed towards a singular goal: to cultivate a cohort of doctors and nurses with solid skills, substantial experience, and compassionate hearts dedicated to patient care. On the occasion of the 71st Vietnamese Physicians’ Day, Hoa Binh University extends wishes for health, happiness, and success to all physicians, medical staff, and healthcare workers. We also encourage our medical students to maintain their passion and continue this noble mission!