On June 29, 2023, Xin Man District Hospital in Ha Giang province achieved a significant milestone by unveiling its state-of-the-art CT scanner, the SOMATOM go.Now. The opening ceremony garnered attention from local government officials, the provincial Department of Health in Ha Giang, and the media, including the presence of a representative from Siemens Healthineers.
Xin Man District, population of 70.245 in 20211,located in the mountainous northwest region of Ha Giang province, shares its northern border with China. The district is inhabited by various ethnic groups, including the Kinh, Nung, Mong, Hoa, and lesser-known groups such as La Chi, Phu La, and La Chi, among others. Covering a relatively large area, Xin Man District poses geographical challenges with its winding and poorly developed roads, spanning an area of up to 600 square kilometers.
This geographical isolation has resulted in limited access to quality healthcare services for the residents of Xin Man. Patients face significant difficulties and endure long, grueling journeys to seek essential medical treatments in Ha Giang City. Despite being only 150 kilometers away from Ha Giang City, reaching the city for healthcare treatment can take an arduous 6 to 7 hours by car due to difficult terrain and inadequate transportation infrastructure. The lack of convenient and timely access to healthcare has had a profound impact on the well-being and health outcomes of the community.
The installation of the SOMATOM go.Now CT scanner at Xin Man District Hospital signifies a transformative step in addressing these healthcare challenges. It empowers the hospital to offer advanced imaging services, improving the accuracy and efficiency of diagnoses. This state-of-the-art CT scanner enables healthcare professionals to detect and diagnose a wide range of conditions, including cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and neurological disorders. With its user-friendly interface and rapid scan times, the go.Now scanner ensures a seamless patient experience while delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging.
The impact of this CT scanner extends beyond the walls of Xin Man District Hospital. Improved access to advanced medical imaging technology will not only benefit the residents of Xin Man District but also the surrounding rural areas. Patients will no longer have to endure long and strenuous journeys to distant healthcare facilities, as Xin Man District Hospital is now equipped to provide comprehensive diagnostic services close to their homes. This development represents a significant stride toward bridging the healthcare gap between urban and rural communities.
As a medtech company, Siemens Healthineers commits to expand access to care and enhancing healthcare outcomes as one of its priority mission. Through collaborations with local healthcare providers and communities, Siemens Healthineers is making a tangible difference in the lives of patients, ensuring that even those in remote areas receive the high-quality care they deserve. Dr. Trinh Hoang Ha, the Senior Sales Director at Siemens Healthineers, emphasized this commitment during the ceremony, stating, "At Siemens Healthineers, we aspire to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, regardless of their location or the diseases they face. The deployment of the CT scanner today brings more opportunities for people in this area to access the necessary care they deserve. We are proud to contribute to the development of the local healthcare system."
The introduction of the SOMATOM go.Now CT scanner at Xin Man District Hospital represents a significant advancement in healthcare accessibility for the rural population of Northern Vietnam. It signifies a collective effort to provide timely and accurate diagnoses, alleviate the burden of extensive travel, and ultimately improve the overall health and well-being of the community.