General Secretary To Lam attends the groundbreaking ceremony for the Hanoi Medical University's medical and elderly care complex project.

General Secretary To Lam attended the groundbreaking ceremony.

This is a large-scale, socially significant and strategic healthcare project aimed at meeting the healthcare needs of the elderly in the context of a rapidly aging population, while simultaneously establishing an integrated healthcare model linking treatment, care, training, research, and the application of high technology. The project is a practical way to celebrate the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam.

Attending the ceremony were: Bui Thi Minh Hoai, Member of the Political Bureau, Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, Secretary of the Party Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front and Central Mass Organizations, and Chairwoman of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front; Nguyen Duy Ngoc, Member of the Political Bureau and Secretary of the Hanoi City Party Committee; Le Thanh Long, Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and Deputy Prime Minister; Nguyen Thanh Nghi, Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and Head of the Central Policy and Strategy Committee; Pham Gia Tuc, Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and Chief of the Central Party Office; Nguyen Van Thang, Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and Minister of Finance ; Dao Hong Lan, Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and Minister of Health; Nguyen Dac Vinh, Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and Chairman of the National Assembly's Committee on Culture and Social Affairs; Vu Hai Quan, Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and Permanent Deputy Minister of Science and Technology; Vu Dai Thang, Member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam and Chairman of the Hanoi City People's Committee; leaders of the Ministry of Health; and leaders of the Hanoi City Party Committee, People's Council, and People's Committee. Representatives from central ministries, departments, and agencies; city departments and agencies; leaders of Hanoi Medical University; leaders representing the consortium of investors; along with experts, scientists, partners, and a large number of staff, lecturers, and doctors.

Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, General Secretary To Lam stated that the Hanoi Medical University's Medical Complex - Elderly Healthcare Project is of great significance, not only for Hanoi but also for the strategy of protecting, caring for, and improving the health of the people, especially the elderly, in the context of Vietnam entering a period of rapid population aging.

The General Secretary affirmed that the Party has always consistently maintained the view that people are both the goal and the driving force of development. In this context, caring for the people's health is a central and continuous political task. For the elderly, healthcare is not only a medical issue, but also a profound humanitarian matter, reflecting the responsibility of the Party, the State, society, and each family towards those who have dedicated their lives to the country, the community, and their own families.

General Secretary To Lam delivered a speech at the groundbreaking ceremony.

In the context of increasing average life expectancy and significant changes in family and social models, without a new approach, the healthcare and social security systems will face immense pressure. Therefore, the Party and State of Vietnam have issued many important policies and resolutions to proactively adapt to population aging, strengthen the protection, care, and improvement of people's health, considering this a pillar of sustainable development.

The General Secretary stated that this project is consistent with and directly concretizes many major policies of the Party and State on the development of science and technology, the development of the private economy, and the strengthening of the protection, care, and improvement of people's health; it also demonstrates the determination of the Capital in applying specific mechanisms and policies to implement large, important projects with long-term ripple effects.

The General Secretary acknowledged and highly appreciated the close coordination between the State, schools, scientists, and businesses in this Project, which is highly commendable and in line with the Party's policy of leveraging all social resources for development, in which the private sector is the most important driving force of the economy.

To ensure the successful implementation of the Project, the General Secretary requested that Hanoi City continue to provide close leadership and guidance; coordinate closely with the Ministry of Health and relevant agencies; create favorable conditions in accordance with the law; and at the same time strengthen supervision to ensure that the Project is implemented on schedule, according to plan, with the right objectives, and with guaranteed quality and effectiveness.

Hanoi Medical University and the medical facilities participating in the Project need to maximize their professional role, uphold medical ethics, and prioritize the quality of healthcare and the well-being of the elderly; while simultaneously developing this into a reputable training and research center for geriatrics, gradually approaching regional and international standards…

Businesses and investors need to fulfill their commitments; prioritize social responsibility; invest systematically and for the long term; and strike a balance between economic efficiency and social welfare goals, avoiding the pursuit of short-term gains.

The General Secretary expressed confidence that with the determination and unity of all levels, sectors, scientists, and businesses, the Hanoi Medical University's Medical Complex Project for the Elderly will be successfully implemented, becoming a symbol of academic, humane, and modern medicine in the new era.

The Hanoi Medical University's Elderly Healthcare Complex project is considered a pioneering model in approaching the issue of population aging in a holistic, modern, and humane way.

The Hanoi Medical University's Elderly Healthcare Complex project is envisioned as a multi-functional complex integrating high-quality medical examination and treatment, medical training and practice, scientific research, technology transfer, and comprehensive healthcare for the elderly, forming a synchronized healthcare-education-research ecosystem.

Delegates attending the groundbreaking ceremony.

The highlight of the project is its development based on the smart hospital model, a "green hospital," applying high technology and AI in diagnosis, treatment, hospital operation and management, and nursing home management, contributing to creating a technological core for the capital's healthcare system during the digital transformation phase. It will also serve as a center for deploying advanced medical technologies such as organ transplantation, robotic surgery, minimally invasive procedures, stem cell therapy, gene therapy, radiotherapy, 3D printing technology, and high-tech diagnostic imaging.

The project has a total estimated investment of VND 16,093 billion. Phase I is expected to be completed in 2028, aiming for full completion by 2030.

The centerpiece of the Project is Zone 1 (lot D1), with a research area of approximately 15 hectares, of which the planned construction area is approximately 12.9 hectares. This is a complex of hospitals and specialized centers with a capacity of approximately 2,600 beds, including a 1,000-bed central general hospital acting as a "hub hospital," connecting specialties such as Oncology, Surgery - Transplantation, Geriatrics, Endocrinology, Dentistry, and an International Center.

Parallel to this is the training, research, and technology transfer system of Hanoi Medical University, comprising research institutes, lecture halls, and dormitories, serving approximately 10,000 students.

After the new hospital complex is completed in 2028 and begins receiving patients from the existing facility, the Project will continue to build the Surgical Center, the Oncology Center, along with research facilities, dormitories, lecture halls, and complete the entire complex by 2030.

Zone 2 (Block B3) covers approximately 0.7 hectares and includes a 6-story podium and two 35-story towers, with 3 basement levels, comprising a total of approximately 1,100 apartments specifically designed for the elderly based on advanced models applied in countries such as the United States, Japan, and South Korea. The projected population for this area is approximately 2,530 people. The apartments are flexibly organized according to the level of independence and health status, ranging from independent living and assisted living to full 24/7 care, combining nutrition and rehabilitation.

General Secretary To Lam and other leaders pressed the button to officially launch the construction.

In terms of spatial structure, the podium from the 1st to the 6th floor houses medical, service, and healthcare functions. Floors 7 to 35 contain apartments. Approximately 10% of the tower's floor area is expected to be allocated to rental apartments for elderly people who are not independent or semi-independent, with areas ranging from 25-35 m² (maximum 45 m²).

The remaining area is allocated for apartments for sale, mainly 2-3 bedroom apartments, ranging in size from 60-80 m². The residential area is closely connected to the specialized healthcare system of Hanoi Medical University Hospital, ensuring continuous, safe, and professional healthcare for elderly residents.

The residential complex is expected to be completed in 2028, with investment and business decisions jointly made by Hanoi Housing Investment and Development Corporation (HANDICO) and NGS Equipment and Communications Joint Stock Company.

The establishment of the Hanoi Medical University's Elderly Healthcare Complex has significant social and long-term strategic implications, contributing to reducing the burden on central and city-level hospitals, while promptly addressing the challenges of population aging and the increasing need for long-term care.

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