On April 5, 2025, at the Yersin Meeting room of the Institute of Health Sciences, Nam Can Tho University successfully welcomed a delegation from Wonkwang University of Health Sciences, Korea and Khoi Nguyen Investment Group when they paid a visit and had a meeting at the University. This event is not only an important milestone in Nam Can Tho University's international cooperation journey but also opens a new chapter for the Vietnamese healthcare industry, where artificial intelligence (AI) and virtual reality (VR) technology become the key to shaping the future of healthcare.
Professor Hwang Hwa Kyoung - Chairman of WonKwang Education Association presented the project of applying high technology in examination and treatment funded by the Korean government and Nam Can Tho University was honored to become the first partner in Vietnam to cooperate in piloting the implementation of this program. (Photo: DNC Studio)
This is a high-tech application project in examination and treatment funded by the Korean government and Nam Can Tho University is honored to be the first partner to pilot this program in Vietnam. Through this, medical students of Nam Can Tho University will experience learning in a VR simulation room, practicing clinical practice without real patients. This is a step forward to help students improve their practical skills, while creating a quality medical human resource in the future.
Wonkwang delegation simulates the application of VR technology in clinical practice without real patients
The mission of “Nurturing knowledge - Creating the future” has always been the guiding principle of Nam Can Tho University. In the context of the 4.0 industrial revolution changing every aspect of life, the medical industry is no exception. Speaking at the discussion,Associate Professor, Dr. Phillip Tran - Director of DNC Institute of Health Sciences, Chairman of DNC International Medical Academic Council said: “We are very interested and have plans to apply AI - VR multi-dimensional virtual reality technology to teaching and training for students majoring in Medicine and International Medicine at DNC in the near future. We are very pleased to cooperate with WonKwang University of Health Sciences, Korea in the project of applying and developing advanced technology in teaching and learning at Nam Can Tho University and Vietnam”.
Meeting between Nam Can Tho University, representatives of Wonkwang University of Health Sciences and Khoi Nguyen Investment Group (KNI). (Photo: DNC Studio)
At the event, the delegation from Wonkwang Health Sciences University shared that in 2025, they would deploy a pilot program to apply AI - VR in disease diagnosis and treatment with the main partner being Nam Can Tho University and the support from Khoi Nguyen Investment Group (KNI) and WonKwang Foundation. In addition, speaking at the meeting, Professor Hwang Hwa Kyoung - Chairman of WonKwang Education Association said: “The orientation of Wonkwang Health Sciences University is to develop the AI - VR application project in medical training into a nationally recognized system in Vietnam and further in Southeast Asian countries, apply ICT and develop Edutech, organize medical academic seminars and scientific research cooperation.”
The parties shared a vision of applying AI and VR in the healthcare sector, aiming to improve treatment efficiency and innovate human resource training activities. (Photo: DNC Studio)
The cooperation program with Wonkwang does not stop at applying technology but also focuses on training high-quality medical human resources. In the context of Vietnam moving towards international integration in the medical field, access to advanced teaching and practice methods is a key factor. Medical students at Nam Can Tho University will have the opportunity to learn from leading Korean experts and access modern technologies while still in school. The pilot program will be the first step, laying the foundation for expanding the application of AI - VR in hospitals and medical training facilities across the country.
As one of the leading medical training institutions in the Mekong Delta, Nam Can Tho University and Nam Can Tho University Hospital are proud of their pioneering role in medical education and practice. The cooperation with Wonkwang Health Science University is a testament to Nam Can Tho University's commitment to bringing the best values to the community. By cooperating with prestigious international organizations such as Wonkwang University Hospital and Wonkwang Science University, Nam Can Tho University not only improves the quality of training but also affirms its position on the global medical map.
The meeting ended successfully with the prospect of opening a new chapter for Vietnam's healthcare industry. (Photo: DNC Studio)
The above cooperation event is not only meaningful in terms of expertise but also a symbol of the strong friendship between Vietnam and Korea. The meeting is just the beginning of a long-term and sustainable journey that Nam Can Tho University is pursuing. The AI - VR application pilot program will be the foundation for the University to continue building a high-tech medical ecosystem, where everyone has access to prestigious educational services and quality healthcare services. This is also the commitment of Nam Can Tho University to accompany the community, from the Mekong Delta region to the whole country.
