Vinmec Phu Quoc International Hospital is the first medical facility on the island to provide emergency transport by helicopter, providing maximum support to residents and tourists having accidents or serious illnesses on the island. In 2021, Vinmec Phu Quoc successfully transported serious and urgent cases by helicopter to the mainland twice.
Emergency transportation by helicopter allows patients to benefit from the "golden hour"
Due to the island's isolated position, it frequently takes a long time to transport emergency patients from Phu Quoc to the mainland and is dependent on the regular schedule of ferries and civil aircraft. Without commercial boats and flights, it would be impossible to transport patients in Ho Chi Minh City who needed intensive emergency care to preserve lives, particularly during the recent Covid-19 pandemic. The duration has a significant impact on the treatment's outcomes.
Promptness and timeliness are crucial while treating a critical illness because intense care can only be given for a limited amount of time. By doing so, the "golden time" can be used to preserve the lives of the patients. As a result, in an emergency, helicopter transport is a viable option. However, every second counts in maximizing patient survival. Helicopter service is available 24/7 and has no waiting times.
Vinmec Phu Quoc International Hospital is proud to be the first medical facility on the island to offer emergency transportation by helicopter, addressing the needs of emergency transport, in addition to the typical emergency transport by road and civil aviation. Emergency transportation for locals and visitors to specialized healthcare facilities in Ho Chi Minh City. Timely helicopter transfer enables patients to obtain care quickly and lowers the incidence of complications, fatalities, and injuries.
In order to provide the most optimal emergency transportation service possible to patients, Vinmec Phu Quoc has improved the operation process over the past time in addition to training and developing a professional team of doctors, nurses, and emergency outpatients with the aim of becoming the leading emergency transport unit on Phu Quoc Island.
Successfully completed 2 emergency helicopter transports in 2021
Vinmec Phu Quoc International General Hospital has successfully flown patients to the mainland twice in the year 2021.
Mr. D.L.V.S (HCMC) was admitted to Vinmec Phu Quoc hospital at 10 p.m. on November 11th, 2021 due to severe abdominal pain. He wanted to move back urgently to the mainland for treatment so he wouldn't miss his personal plan. The patient was safely transported to Vinmec Central Park at 01:00 a.m on November 12th, 2021 by the transportation team, which included doctors and nurses from Vinmec Phu Quoc Emergency Resuscitation. In under three hours, the customer received therapy to stabilize his condition before being taken to a secure facility for specialized care.
Ms. N.T.B's pregnancy at 36 weeks was showing signs of worsening on her health condition on December 21st, 2021. N.T.B's family called and chose the emergency helicopter transfer service at Vinmec Phu Quoc Hospital in order to reduce risks for both mother and child.
In order to provide customers with safety and convenience, Vinmec Phu Quoc works in conjunction with Vinmec Central Park (HCMC) to arrange patient shuttles at the Phu Quoc and Tan Son Nhat airports, right next to the aircraft. When choosing to use the transportation service at Vinmec Phu Quoc, customers are entirely assured and convenient thanks to skilled and experienced transportation personnel, contemporary support equipment, and support for procedures throughout the two ends of the airport.
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