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About Dr. Pham Thien Ha Minh Nguyet

  • Dr. Pham Thien Ha Minh Nguyet is an experienced Surgical Oncologist in the area of thoracic, vascular, thyroid, and breast surgery. She treats both benign and malignant tumors, conditions in the thoracic cavity, disease of the vascular system and goiters, as well as soft tissue cancers.
  • Dr. Nguyet is experienced with endoscopic and laparoscopic, as well as minimally invasive surgical thoracic procedures, and she is involved in both cancer screening as well as surgical oncology.
  • She obtained her Master’s Degree in Thoracic Surgery from Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy, and has a wealth of knowledge and experience in referred tertiary hospitals, with certification in advanced surgical and minimally invasive techniques.

Conditions treated by Dr. Pham Thien Ha Minh Nguyet

  • Benign and malignant tumors
  • Thyroid and breast diseases
  • Intrathoracic benign and malignant conditions
  • Vascular and goiter-related diseases
  • Benign soft tissue tumors and cancer

Area of Interest

  • Thoracic and vascular surgery
  • Thyroid and breast surgery
  • Endoscopic and laparoscopic procedures
  • Minimally invasive thoracic surgery
  • Cancer screening and surgical oncology

Qualification

  • Master’s Degree in Thoracic Surgery: Cardiology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Ho Chi Minh City (2015–2017)

Work Experiences

  • Therapist & Surgeon, Department of Thoracic Surgery: Vascular, Goiter, Oncology, Gia Dinh People’s Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City (2011-2019)
  • Surgeon: Oncology Department, Xuyen A General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City (2019-2022)
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CERTIFICATIONS (7)

  • Basic Laparoscopic Surgery, Gia Dinh People’s Hospital (2012)
  • Treatment of Venous Insufficiency with High-Frequency Waves, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital (2013)
  • Basic Clinical Nutrition, Gia Dinh People’s Hospital (2013)
  • Endoscopic Thyroidectomy, Cho Ray Hospital (2015)
  • High-Frequency Wave Application in Benign Thyroid Nodule Treatment, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital (2016)
  • Thoracoscopy in Treatment and Diagnosis, Cho Ray Hospital (2017)
  • In-depth Discussion on Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Medical Association of Ho Chi Minh City (2018)

MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Association of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

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PROCEDURES

  • Breast Cancer Treatment
  • Head & Neck Cancer Treatment
  • Larynx Cancer Treatment
  • Lumpectomy
  • Thyroidectomy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is a Surgical Oncologist?

A Surgical Oncologist is a specialized surgeon who has the training to diagnose and treat cancer with surgery. They primarily perform tumor resections and manage complex cancer surgeries. They usually work closely with medical and radiation oncologists in comprehensive care.

What types of cancer does a Surgical Oncologist treat?

Surgical Oncologists treat an array of cancer types, including but not limited to breast cancer, cancers of the gastrointestinal tract (stomach, colon, liver), thyroid cancer, pancreatic cancer, lung cancer, skin cancer, sarcoma, and head and neck cancers.

When should I see a Surgical Oncologist?

You should consult a Surgical Oncologist once you have been diagnosed with cancer that may necessitate surgery, in cases where you have suspicious tumors or for planning surgical options as part of your cancer treatment.

What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist perform?

Tumor resection procedures include lumpectomy, mastectomy, colectomy, etc.

  • Lymph node dissection procedure.
  • Biopsies to provide a diagnosis of cancer.
  • Reconstructive procedures after a tumor resection.
  • Minimally invasive and ROBOTIC-assisted cancer surgeries.
How is a Surgical Oncologist different from a general surgeon?

While general surgeons perform a variety of surgeries in different specialties, Surgical Oncologists offer specialized expertise and training in cancer care, offering advanced techniques, a variety of complex tumor resection, and coordination with oncology teams.

Will I need any further treatment following surgery?

Typically, surgery is accompanied by chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or targeted therapy to provide complete treatment of your cancer. Your Surgical Oncologist will work with your oncology team and create a plan that’s right for you.

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