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About Dr. Vu Van Soat

  • Dr Vu Van Soat is a highly experienced paediatrician and neonatologist with over 34 years of expertise in paediatric, emergency, and intensive care.
  • He is particularly skilled in pediatric and neonatal resuscitation, having successfully resuscitated and nurtured more than 1,000 preterm infants and over 1,000 newborns with severe neonatal conditions such as jaundice, respiratory distress, and sepsis.
  • Dr Soat has held key leadership roles in paediatrics, including serving as the Head of the Emergency, Paediatrics, and Neonatology Departments at Vietnam-Sweden Uong Bi General Hospital.
  • He currently leads the Paediatrics – Neonatology Department at Vinmec Ha Long International Hospital.
  • His extensive experience, combined with his proficiency in critical neonatal care, has made him a trusted specialist in managing complex pediatric and neonatal conditions.

Conditions treated by Dr. Vu Van Soat

  • Managing neonatal and pediatric emergencies
  • Severe jaundice
  • Respiratory distress in newborns
  • Severe sepsis
  • Premature infants requiring resuscitation and intensive care

Area of Interest

  • Pediatric and neonatal resuscitation
  • Emergency and intensive care for newborns and children
  • Management of severe neonatal diseases

Qualification

  • Pediatric Speciality Doctor, Hanoi Medical University (1976–1982)
  • First Degree Specialist, Pediatric Speciality, Hanoi Medical University (1987–1990)
  • Certificate in Resuscitation and Emergency Care – Bach Mai Hospital & Japan Association for College Accreditation (JACA) (2001)
  • Second Degree Specialist Doctor, Pediatric Resuscitation Speciality, Hanoi Medical University (2004–2008)

Work Experiences

  • Dr Vu Van Soat served as the Head of the Emergency Department, Paediatrics Department, and Neonatology Department at Vietnam-Sweden Uong Bi General Hospital.
  • He later became the Head of the Paediatrics – Neonatology Department at Vinmec Ha Long International Hospital, where he continues to practice.
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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Certification in Resuscitation and Emergency Care – Bach Mai Hospital & Japan Association for College Accreditation (JACA) (2001)

MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Vietnam Resuscitation Association
  • Vietnam Pediatric Association

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What conditions does a pediatric specialist treat?

They diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions in infants, children, and adolescents, including respiratory infections, gastrointestinal issues, infectious diseases, and cardiovascular problems.

Do they handle neonatal care?

Yes, pediatric specialists manage newborn care, including premature infants and those with neonatal complications such as jaundice, respiratory distress, or infections.

Can they perform emergency care for children?

Yes, pediatric specialists are trained in pediatric emergency care, including resuscitation, stabilization, and intensive care for critically ill children.

What age groups are treated?

They provide care for children from newborns and infants to adolescents.

Do they provide nutritional and developmental guidance?

Yes, pediatric specialists often offer advice on nutrition, growth, and development, including guidance for infants and young children.

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