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Social Work Department

Functions & Tasks

1

Advises on, organizes, and operates social work activities in the hospital; serves as the focal point for coordinating psychological and social support for patients and their families; and, at the same time, builds multidisciplinary partnerships to ensure patients receive comprehensive support in line with the latest standards.

2

Emergency support and social intervention

3

Guidance, intervention, and recovery for patients

4

Communication and health education

5

Vận động nguồn lực, tài trợ xã hội

6

Organization and operation of the social work system

7

Interdisciplinary coordination and implementation monitoring

8

Transportation of patients, specimens, and medical products

9

Performing other tasks assigned by the Hospital Director

History

2016

The Social Work Department was established in 2016. Its predecessor was the Development Planning Department (2007).

Staff

Head of Unit
TRAN VAN HUNG

Mr. Tran Van Hung, MSc

Head of Social Work Department

59

Total staff

Development Orientation

  • Provide and develop medical support services ensuring each client receives comprehensive health care, adding value for the client and 
    the Hospital. 
  • Organize connecting activities, mobilize and effectively use material and spiritual support resources for patients.
  • Support and provide resources or assistance services for patients/relatives of patients/medical staff to leverage their own abilities during care and treatment.
  • Provide human resources and practical training programs for Hospital Social Work for units and organizations in need. 
  • Pioneer the development of health social work models, contributing to elevating the status of the social work sector in Vietnam.

Awards & Achievements

Awards

Prime Minister's Certificate of Merit (2023)

Awards

Certificate of Merit from the Ministry of Labour, War Invalids and Social Affairs (2019)

Awards

Certificate of Merit from the Hau Giang Provincial People's Committee (2019)

Awards

Certificate of Merit from the Hau Giang Provincial People's Committee (2019)

Awards

Certificate of Merit from the Vinh Long Provincial People's Committee (2025)

Awards

Certificate of Merit from the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee for COVID-19 prevention and control (2021)

Awards

Certificate of Merit from the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee for COVID-19 prevention and control (2021)

Awards

Excellent Labor Collective (2008, 2010 - 2023)