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Nguyen Van ThoAssoc. Prof. Dr
Associate Professor Nguyen Van Tho is a distinguished expert in Pulmonology with more than 25 years of experience in clinical practice, medical education, and scientific research. He currently serves as the Head of the Department of Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City (UMP HCMC). His career is marked by extensive international training and a profound commitment to advancing respiratory medicine in Vietnam.
Academic Background & International Training
- Harasawa Fellowship from the Japanese Respiratory Society (2009–2010).
- APSR Short-Term Research/Training Fellowship of the Asia Pacific Society of Respirology at Shiga University of Medical Science (2011–2012).
Clinical & Academic Appointments
Dr. Tho has held key positions across leading medical institutions:- University Medical Center at Ho Chi Minh City: Department of Respiratory Functional Exploration (Since 2003).
- Pham Ngoc Thach Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City: Specialized in Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases (Since 2003).
- FV Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City: Pulmonology Clinic (Since 2020).
Research Contributions & Areas of Expertise
Dr. Tho has published over 40 scientific papers and contributed to 4 monographs and 5 national health guidelines. His primary research focuses include: New techniques for diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis and post-TB lung assessment; Phenotyping and monitoring Asthma, COPD, and Interstitial Lung Disease using thoracic imaging and lung function tests; Early diagnosis of lung cancer using chest low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) and Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS).Job Title
Head, Department of Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases
Institution / Organisation
University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City
Country/Region
Vietnam
21 November 2026, Saturday
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09:30
10:30
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Ballroom 1, Lower Ground Floor
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