More than 1,000 new students of the Vietnam Academy of Traditional Medicine embark on the journey to become future physicians

On the evening of October 10, in Hanoi, the Vietnam Academy of Traditional Medicine organized the program "Welcome new students". At the program, 1,012 outstanding faces officially joined the academy, starting the journey of studying and training to become future physicians.

Three top students of three majors: Medicine, traditional medicine and pharmacy.

Speaking at the program, Associate Professor, Dr. Doan Quang Huy, Deputy Director of the Vietnam Academy of Traditional Medicine, emphasized: In the context of a flat world , medicine has no borders. The Academy is proud to be a bright spot in international cooperation.

"We have been strongly developing relationships with prestigious partners around the world such as: Harvard University (USA), Paris Cité University (France), universities in Russia, Italy, China, Korea, Thailand... Student exchange programs, academic exchanges, international conferences will open up new horizons of knowledge for students, helping them become global citizens, confident to work anywhere", Associate Professor, Dr. Doan Quang Huy said.

Associate Professor, Dr. Doan Quang Huy affirmed: "When entering the academy, you have become part of a united, strong community, connected in a network of alumni with tens of thousands of successful doctors and pharmacists across the country - teachers, brothers and sisters who are always ready to support, guide and open up career opportunities for the next generation. Becoming a student of the academy is an honor and pride, but also the starting point for a journey full of responsibility. On that journey, the academy affirms its commitment to always accompany and create the best conditions for students to develop comprehensively."

According to the law, from January 1, 2027, the examination and assessment of medical practice capacity will be organized for doctors, physicians, nurses, midwives, medical technicians, clinical nutritionists, emergency medical workers and clinical psychologists. The Vietnam Academy of Traditional Medicine has Associate Professor, Dr. Nguyen Quoc Huy, Director of the Academy, appointed by the Ministry of Health as a member of the National Medical Council for the 2025-2030 term. The Academy is actively implementing activities to equip students with sufficient knowledge, skills and confidence to conquer the first important milestone in their careers.

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"A new journey has opened. With talent, enthusiasm and constant efforts, students will continue to write glorious pages for the 55-year tradition of building and 20 years of development of the academy. Study passionately, practice seriously and live responsibly so that in the future, no matter what position you are in, you can proudly say: I am a student of the Vietnam Academy of Traditional Medicine", Associate Professor, Dr. Doan Quang Huy emphasized.

With 25.8 points in this year's high school graduation exam, Dinh Van Duc Dung excelled in becoming the valedictorian of the pharmacy major. Sharing the reason for choosing the path of medicine and pharmacy, Duc Dung said: "My family has a tradition of practicing medicine, and since childhood I have been exposed to medicinal herbs and folk remedies. That has nurtured in me the passion and desire to become a good doctor, contributing to the care and protection of community health."

“I chose to study pharmacy because it is not only a scientific profession but also requires a great deal of heart and responsibility towards people. I want to learn a lot so that in the future I can help patients and use my knowledge to serve society,” Dung shared.

The new valedictorian aims to achieve excellent grades in the coming years, improve his professional skills and expertise, and actively participate in scientific research and volunteer work. “I believe that a good doctor must not only be good at his profession but also have a kind heart, know how to listen and sympathize with patients,” Dung said.

1,012 outstanding faces have officially joined the Vietnam Academy of Traditional Medicine.

Meanwhile, student Nguyen Thi Ngoc Anh, valedictorian of the traditional medicine major with 26.25 points, has a special passion for plants and natural healing methods. Growing up in a rural area with many families practicing traditional medicine, Anh was exposed to the profession early on, nurturing her dream of pursuing traditional medicine.

Entering the university, the new valedictorian set himself the goal of winning a first-year scholarship, constantly striving to improve his specialized knowledge, practice research skills and apply traditional medicine in human health care. "I hope that after graduating, I can return to my hometown, open a small clinic to serve people and contribute to spreading the value of Vietnamese oriental medicine," Anh shared.

With a serious learning spirit, passion and desire to contribute, the new valedictorians of the academy are typical examples for the new generation of students - those who will continue and promote the tradition of humanity and studiousness of the Vietnamese medical industry.

At the ceremony, the Vietnam Academy of Traditional Medicine awarded and presented certificates of merit to the three top students of the three majors: Medicine, Traditional Medicine and Pharmacy.

Vietnam Academy of Traditional Medicine is not only a training place, but also a prestigious center for scientific research and medical examination and treatment, combining the quintessence of traditional medicine and the progress of modern medicine. In Resolution No. 282/NQ-CP dated September 15, 2025 of the Government promulgating the Government's Action Program to implement Resolution No. 72-NQ/TW, it was determined: To build and implement an investment project to develop 5 key universities, including Vietnam Academy of Traditional Medicine.

The Academy constantly focuses on and improves the quality of training through innovating training programs based on competency standards; the traditional medicine training program has been closely linked with the knowledge of the medical training program; developing and improving the capacity of the teaching staff; investing in equipment; applying information technology and digital transformation in all activities...

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