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Dr. Nguyen Van Phan

Dr. Nguyen Van Phan

Cardiovascular Surgeon

, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

40 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Vietnamese

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About Dr. Nguyen Van Phan

  • Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Van Phan, MD, PhD is one of the top cardiovascular surgeons in Vietnam with close to 40 years of practice.
  • He is a pioneer of cardiac surgery and a founder of cardiovascular surgery in Vietnam. He is currently Deputy Head of the Cardiovascular Subcommittee as well as Deputy Director of the Cardiovascular Center, where he conducts advanced cardiac surgery procedures at Vinmec Central Park International Hospital.
  • In 2019, he earned an Excellent Doctor title by the State of Vietnam for his contributions to Vietnam's health care field.

Conditions treated by Dr. Nguyen Van Phan

  • Mitral, aortic, and tricuspid valve diseases
  • Coronary artery disease requiring bypass surgery
  • Congenital heart defects in children and adults
  • Atrial fibrillation requiring surgical intervention
  • Patients requiring minimally invasive cardiac surgery

Area of Interest

  • Advanced cardiac valve repair and replacement
  • Coronary artery bypass surgery, including off-pump techniques
  • Minimally invasive cardiac surgery
  • Congenital heart surgery
  • Surgical management of atrial fibrillation and complex cardiovascular conditions

Qualification

  • MD, Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy (1985)
  • Resident Doctor, Binh Dan Hospital (1985–1989)
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery Training, Broussais Hospital, Paris, France (1989–1992)
  • Master of Medicine, Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy (1998)
  • Doctor of Medicine, Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy (2006)
  • Associate Professor of Medicine, Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy (2015)

Work Experiences

  • Binh Dan Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City (1985-1989)
  • Broussais Hospital, Paris, France (1989-1992)
  • Heart Institute, Ho Chi Minh City (Deputy Director of General Surgery Division) (1992-2021)
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CERTIFICATIONS (3)

  • Certified in cardiovascular surgery and minimally invasive techniques
  • Trained internationally in cardiothoracic surgery (France)
  • Program Director, Mitral Valve Repair Training for Asia-Pacific Surgeons

MEMBERSHIPS (4)

  • Vietnam Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Royal Society of Surgeons of Thailand
  • Thai Thoracic Surgeons Association
  • Asia-Pacific Cardiothoracic Surgery Association

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (10)

  • 1994: Initial results of orthopedic surgery for posterior low back aortic valve regurgitation in young patients at the Heart Institute of Ho Chi Minh City, Medical Journal of Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy, volume 2
  • 1998: A case of congenital heart defect with left ventricular aortic tunnel was operated at the Heart Institute of Ho Chi Minh City, Journal of Cardiology No. 16
  • 1998: The value of ultrasound in the diagnosis of aneurysms of the sinuses of Valsava, Journal of Cardiology No. 16
  • 2003: Results of tricuspid valve repair surgery at the Heart Institute of Ho Chi Minh City from February 1992 to March 2001, Proceedings of the summary of scientific reports
  • 2004: Mitral valve repair with aortic valve replacement in rheumatic heart disease, Asian Cardiovascular & Thoracic Annals No. 12
  • 2006: Troponin I and Troponin T in the diagnosis of myocardial infarction during and after coronary artery bypass surgery with extracorporeal circulation, Medical News No. 9
  • 2007: Mitral valve surgery in patients with posterior rheumatic heart valves requiring aortic valve replacement: Comparison of valve repair and valve replacement, HCMC Medicine No. 11
  • 2014: Results of surgery to repair congenital mitral valve in children at Ho Chi Minh City Heart Institute from 1992 to 2007, Vietnam Journal of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery No. 6
  • 2014: Long-term results of tricuspid regurgitation surgery with annulus and annulus surgery at Ho Chi Minh City Heart Institute from 2000 to 2012, Vietnam Journal of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery 8
  • 2014: Survey on clinical and subclinical characteristics of tricuspid regurgitation in patients with mitral valve surgery at Ho Chi Minh City Heart Institute, Vietnam Journal of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery 8

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PROCEDURES

  • Cardiac Valve Replacement
  • Closed Heart Surgery
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Heart Port Surgery
  • Transmyocardial Revascularization (TMR)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the role of a cardiovascular surgeon?

Cardiovascular surgeons evaluate and perform surgery on medical conditions of the heart and blood vessels such as valve disease, congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, and arrhythmias.

Who requires consultation with a cardiovascular surgeon?

Patients with heart valve disease, blocked coronary arteries, congenital heart disease, or complex heart disease that necessitates surgery may seek the services of a cardiovascular surgeon.

What types of surgical procedures do cardiovascular surgeons perform?

Surgical procedures can include coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair or replacement, congenital heart surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, and surgical management of atrial fibrillation.

Is cardiovascular surgery considered safe?

Yes, most cardiovascular surgical procedures performed today can be considered very safe. If performed by an experienced cardiovascular surgeons using proven techniques, the outcomes of the surgeries are very high.

How long is the recovery process?

A patient’s recovery period after surgery varies and is based on the type of surgery performed, and the medical condition of the patient. Recovery can take a few weeks after minimally invasive cardiac surgeries, and a few months after open-heart surgeries.

How is medical management after surgery handled?

Medical management after surgery is closely monitored with follow-up appointments, medications, physiotherapy, and counseling about lifestyle changes to promote total recovery and follow-up with any complications.

Are congenital heart defects amenable to surgical repair in adults?

Yes. Adult patients with congenital heart disease can undergo surgical repair or intervention using modern and proven surgical techniques.

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3 Years of Experience

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