The Vietnamese medical tourism market is experiencing strong growth, reaching approximately US$700 million and projected to reach US$4 billion by 2030-2033 thanks to competitive costs, the development of advanced techniques (organ transplantation, robotic surgery), and the establishment of the Vietnam Medical Tourism Alliance.
Key highlights of the market
Competitive advantages
The cost of examination and treatment in Vietnam is only a fraction of that in developed countries, but the quality of medical expertise is increasingly approaching international standard
Key services
Tourists mainly come to Vietnam for services such as cosmetic dentistry, traditional medicine combined with rehabilitation, general health check-ups, and assisted reproductive technology.
The largest medical tourism center
Ho Chi Minh City is playing a leading role, accounting for 30-40% of the national market share and is implementing a close public-private partnership between hospitals and travel businesses to develop comprehensive service packages.
Expanding the model
In addition to major cities, localities such as Lam Dong are also developing a model of comprehensive health, wellness, and sports tourism.
The signing of strategic cooperation agreements between the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, along with advanced medical technologies, is helping to reposition Vietnam’s image on the Southeast Asian healthcare map.
