On October 24, 2026, in Hanoi, the Vietnam Vascular Disease Association (VNVDA) organized the 2nd Expanded Scientific Conference on Peripheral Arterial Disease, combined with the 1st International Forum on Innovation in Cardiology and Peripheral Vascular Disease – NEXT TECH FORUM 2026. The conference served as a premier platform connecting leading experts and physicians from Bach Mai Hospital and Cho Ray Hospital alongside esteemed international specialists, aiming to share knowledge, update technological breakthroughs, and foster multidisciplinary collaboration in the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular conditions.
Connecting Medical Centers and Expanding Professional Collaboration
Held on October 24, 2026, at Ascott Tay Ho Hanoi, NEXT TECH FORUM 2026 aimed to build a premier scientific forum connecting medical experts, scientists, and healthcare professionals, providing opportunities to exchange clinical experience and update cutting-edge advances in cardiology and peripheral vascular diseases.
The conference gathered nearly 50 distinguished speakers together with more than 150 members and delegates participating both in person and online. In particular, the scientific program benefited from the close professional collaboration of the Vietnam Vascular Disease Association, Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Thi Thu Hoai, MD, PhD – Director of the Vietnam National Heart Institute, Bach Mai Hospital, approximately 100 cardiologists and surgeons from the Vietnam National Heart Institute, Bach Mai Hospital, and Cho Ray Hospital, as well as the active engagement of international faculties. This connection fostered a multidimensional academic dialogue, enabled the sharing of practical clinical experience, and strengthened inter-institutional cooperation between domestic and global medical centers.
The presence of renowned specialists from major medical centers across the nation, coupled with international perspectives and expertise, provided a valuable opportunity to share real-world clinical practices, keep abreast of emerging technological trends, and discuss the feasibility of integrating advanced medical innovations into clinical practice in Vietnam.
Through this forum, the Vietnam Vascular Disease Association continues to strengthen connections among hospitals, academic faculties, and research institutions, contributing to enhanced professional exchange, scientific research advancement, and the continual medical training of healthcare personnel.
Technological Innovation: Toward Practical Therapeutic Efficacy
In recent years, the cardiovascular and vascular specialty in Vietnam has achieved significant progress across medical imaging, pharmacotherapy, endovascular interventions, and vascular surgery. The evolution of modern techniques has opened new avenues to optimize treatment outcomes, reduce procedural complications, and elevate patients’ quality of life.
Nonetheless, cardiovascular and peripheral vascular diseases continue to pose formidable challenges, demanding seamless multidisciplinary coordination in early detection, risk assessment, therapeutic modality selection, and long-term surveillance.
Under the theme “The 1st International Forum on Innovation in Cardiology and Peripheral Vascular Disease – NEXT TECH FORUM 2026,” the conference fostered rigorous discussions on scientific advances, innovative clinical solutions, and their practical implementation tailored to Vietnam’s healthcare landscape.
Notably, the bridge between domestic and international faculties created favorable conditions to exchange clinical insights, approach emerging global paradigms, and unlock collaborative opportunities in medical research, fellowship training, and health technology translation. The overarching objective remains focused on safe, effective, and patient-centered therapeutic solutions.
Strengthening International Integration: Looking Ahead to ASVS Hanoi 2027
NEXT TECH FORUM 2026 also holds profound strategic importance in the international integration roadmap of the Vietnam Vascular Disease Association, particularly as Vietnam prepares to host the Annual Congress of the Asian Society for Vascular Surgery in 2027 – ASVS Hanoi 2027. This milestone offers a pivotal occasion to showcase Vietnam’s clinical capabilities, academic achievements, and medical standing to the global community, while catalyzing partnership networks among tertiary hospitals, universities, research institutes, and biomedical enterprises.
Building high-caliber scientific forums with the participation of leading domestic and international faculties, as demonstrated at NEXT TECH FORUM 2026, establishes a firm cornerstone for academic networking, knowledge transfer, and resource readiness for upcoming international endeavors.
Through these collaborative initiatives, the Vietnam Vascular Disease Association aspires to cultivate a united, proactive, and globally integrated specialty community that continuously updates advanced expertise and progressively enhances the stature of Vietnamese vascular medicine in the region and worldwide.
Acknowledgments to Boston Scientific Vietnam – Principal Sponsor of the Congress
The Vietnam Vascular Disease Association respectfully extends its heartfelt gratitude to Boston Scientific Vietnam – the Principal Sponsor of the Conference – for their invaluable partnership, dedicated support, and substantial contributions to the successful organization of the program.
The steadfast support from Boston Scientific Vietnam not only contributed to the event’s triumph but also exemplified the essential collaborative role of medical technology enterprises in scientific activities, continuing medical education, and clinical exchange. This synergy represents a critical catalyst in building an interconnected ecosystem of healthcare providers, clinical experts, and industry innovators, all dedicated to driving healthcare innovation and advancing public health standards.
The Vietnam Vascular Disease Association also extends sincere appreciation to all domestic and international experts, keynote speakers, members, delegates, partnering entities, and the Organizing Committee who dedicated their time, passion, and resources to the conference.
Embodying the spirit of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and relentless innovation, NEXT TECH FORUM 2026 continues to reaffirm the crucial role of scientific congresses in uniting professional resources, translating medical advances into practice, and expanding international cooperation. Through these collective efforts, the forum contributes meaningfully toward the overarching goal of elevating cardiovascular and peripheral vascular care, ultimately safeguarding the health and quality of life for the people of Vietnam.
We cordially invite physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals to register as official members of the Vietnam Vascular Disease Association to connect with the specialist network and participate in advanced CME programs.