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Dr. Assoc. Prof. Le Thi Minh Huong,

Dr. Assoc. Prof. Le Thi Minh Huong,

Pediatrician ·
, Ha noi, Vietnam

35 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English, Vietnamese

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Specialises in:

Diagnosis and treatment of allergic and respiratory conditions in childrenManagement of bronchial asthma and allergic rhinitisTreatment of recurrent cough and wheezingCare for atopic dermatitis, urticaria, and rashesManagement of food allergies and drug allergies

About Dr. Assoc. Prof. Le Thi Minh Huong,

  • Associate Professor Dr Le Thi Minh Huong is a highly accomplished paediatrician with over 35 years of extensive clinical experience in the field of general paediatrics.
  • She is currently the Head of the Department of Internal Medicine – Pediatric Centre at Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
  • Dr Le Thi Minh Huong began her medical journey at the Medical University of Paediatrics in Leningrad, Soviet Union, graduating in 1989.
  • She later earned her Doctorate in Medicine from Moscow, Russia, in 2000. Over nearly three decades, she has made significant contributions to pediatric healthcare, research, and education in Vietnam.
  • Before joining Vinmec, she served as the Deputy Director of the National Hospital of Paediatrics and Head of the Department of Immunology – Allergy – Joints, where she played a crucial role in advancing pediatric immunology and allergy care.
  • Alongside her hospital roles, she has been a dedicated educator, serving as a part-time lecturer at Hanoi Medical University and Hai Phong University of Medicine and Pharmacy since 2005, and was promoted to Associate Professor in 2013.
  • Dr Le Thi Minh Huong is an active member of several prestigious professional organisations, including the Vietnam Pediatric Association, Vietnam Respiratory Society, and the Asia-Pacific Associations for Pediatric Immunology, Asthma, and Congenital Immunodeficiency.
  • She currently holds key leadership roles as the President of the Vietnam Association of Pediatric Allergy and Immunology and Vice President of the Vietnam Association of Sleep Medicine.
  • Renowned for her expertise in pediatric pulmonology, immunology, and allergy, she specialises in diagnosing and treating respiratory and allergic diseases, immune disorders, and childhood arthritis.
  • Her long-standing commitment to pediatric health continues to make a profound impact on clinical practice, research, and the next generation of pediatric specialists.

Conditions treated by Dr. Assoc. Prof. Le Thi Minh Huong,

  • Diagnosis and treatment of allergic and respiratory conditions in children
  • Management of bronchial asthma and allergic rhinitis
  • Treatment of recurrent cough and wheezing
  • Care for atopic dermatitis, urticaria, and rashes
  • Management of food allergies and drug allergies
  • Treatment of immune disorders in children
  • Management of various types of childhood arthritis
  • Treatment of respiratory diseases such as upper respiratory tract infections, bronchiolitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia

Area of Interest

  • Pediatric immunology
  • Respiratory allergies
  • Pediatric pulmonology
  • Asthma and allergic diseases
  • Immune disorders in children
  • Pediatric rheumatology

Qualification

  • Graduated from Leningrad Children's Medical University, USSR (1983–1990)
  • PhD in Medicine, Medical University, Moscow, Russia (1997–2000)
  • Senior Internship at the Institute of Immunology, Russian Academy of Sciences (2002–2003)
  • Completed specialised training in Immunology, Allergy, and Respiratory Medicine at the Royal Children's Hospital, Australia (2007)

Work Experiences

  • Dr Assoc. Prof. Le Thi Minh Huong has been serving as the Head of Internal Medicine at the Pediatric Centre, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital since October 2020.
  • Before this, she held the position of Deputy Director at the National Children’s Hospital from May 1991 to September 2020.
  • During her tenure there, Dr Le Thi Minh Huong also led the Department of Immunology – Allergy – Joints at the National Hospital of Paediatrics.
  • In addition to her clinical roles, she has been a part-time lecturer at Hanoi Medical University and Hai Phong University of Medicine and Pharmacy since 2005, contributing significantly to the training and mentorship of future paediatricians.

Memberships (7)

  • Vietnam Respiratory Association
  • President of the Society of Pediatric Immunology - Allergy - Rheumatology
  • Vice President of the Vietnam Association of Sleep Medicine
  • Vietnam Pediatric Association
  • Asia Pacific Society of Allergy and Immunology (APAPARI)
  • World Allergy Association (WAO)
  • Asia Pacific Immunodeficiency Society

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Frequently Asked Questions

This specialist treats a wide range of pediatric conditions, including respiratory allergies (such as bronchial asthma, allergic rhinitis, recurrent cough, and wheezing), atopic dermatitis, urticaria, food and drug allergies, insect venom allergies, immune disorders, various types of childhood arthritis, and respiratory infections such as bronchiolitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia.

A child should consult this type of specialist if they have chronic or recurrent respiratory problems, suspected allergies, immune system disorders, or other complex pediatric conditions that require specialised diagnosis and treatment.

The specialist provides diagnosis, management, and treatment of allergic and immune-related diseases, respiratory conditions, and pediatric rheumatology issues. They may also guide allergy testing, immunotherapy, and individualised treatment plans for chronic or complex pediatric cases.

This type of paediatrician completes a medical degree in paediatrics, postgraduate specialisation in pediatric immunology, allergy, or pulmonology, and advanced training in international centres for pediatric immunology, allergy, and respiratory care.

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