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EDITORIAL BOARD member

ASSOC. PROF. NGUYEN KHAC MINH, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Former Rector

Specialty: Public Health

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: minh@dhktyduocdn.edu.vn

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Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Khac Minh, MD, PhD, is a lecturer and researcher in the field of Public Health at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy. He formerly served as Rector of Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy and currently serves as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

DANG VAN THOI, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Vice Rector

Specialty: Surgery

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: dvthoi@dhktyduocdn.edu.vn

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Dang Van Thoi, MD, PhD, is a lecturer and researcher in the field of Surgery at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy. He currently serves as Vice Rector of Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy and as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

LE VAN NHO, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Former Vice Rector

Specialty: Internal Medicine

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: lvnho@dhktyduocdn.edu.vn

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Le Van Nho, MD, PhD, is a lecturer and researcher in the field of Internal Medicine at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy. He formerly served as Vice Rector of Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy and currently serves as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

LE DUC NHAN, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang Hospital

Position: Director

Specialty: Emergency and Critical Care Medicine

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: drnhandanang@gmail.com

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Le Duc Nhan, MD, PhD, has extensive experience in emergency and critical care, clinical toxicology, and hospital management. In addition to his administrative, clinical, and patient-care responsibilities, he actively participates in scientific activities, professional training, and the development of emergency and critical care medicine in Vietnam. He currently serves as Vice President of the Vietnam Society of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine and Clinical Toxicology, actively contributing to professional activities, scientific research, and the development of the nationwide network for emergency, critical care, and clinical toxicology.

NGUYEN TAT DUNG, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Hue Central Hospital

Position: Head of the Intensive Care Unit

Specialty: Anesthesiology, Critical Care and Intensive Care Medicine

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: ngtatdung2015@gmail.com

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Nguyen Tat Dung, MD, PhD, is a specialist in Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Intensive Care Medicine, with extensive experience in managing critically ill patients, multiple organ dysfunction, and shock, as well as advanced life-support techniques such as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and blood purification therapies. In addition to his clinical practice, he is actively involved in professional training, scientific research, and academic presentations, particularly in intensive care medicine, advanced medical technologies, and artificial intelligence in medicine. He currently serves as Head of the Intensive Care Unit at Hue Central Hospital, contributes to teaching activities at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy, and is an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

ASSOC. PROF. HO HUU THIEN, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Hue Central Hospital

Position: Deputy Head, Department of Pediatric Surgery and Abdominal Emergency Surgery

Specialty: Pediatric Surgery and Gastrointestinal Surgery

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: .......@gmail.com

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Assoc. Prof. Ho Huu Thien, MD, PhD, is a specialist in Pediatric and Gastrointestinal Surgery with extensive experience in laparoscopic and other minimally invasive surgical techniques, as well as the management of complex surgical conditions in children. He has made substantial contributions to professional training, scientific research, and technology transfer, with more than 100 scientific publications and several medical monographs. He currently works at Hue Central Hospital, contributes to teaching activities at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy, and serves as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

ASSOC. PROF. PHAM NGOC HUNG, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Hue Central Hospital

Position: Head, Department of Urologic Surgery and Nephrology

Specialty: Urologic Surgery and Nephrology

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: drhungg@gmail.com

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Assoc. Prof. Pham Ngoc Hung, MD, PhD, is a specialist in Urologic Surgery and Nephrology, with extensive experience in the management of urologic diseases, kidney transplantation, urinary stone disease, prostatic disorders, and urologic cancers. He is actively involved in the application and development of laparoscopic, minimally invasive, and emerging technologies for the treatment of urologic conditions. In addition to his clinical practice, he has made substantial contributions to professional training, scientific research, and the development of urology and nephrology. He currently serves as Head of the Department of Urologic Surgery and Nephrology at Hue Central Hospital, Deputy Secretary General of the Vietnam Urology and Nephrology Association, contributes to teaching activities at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy, and serves as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

PHAM NGUYEN CUONG, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Hue Central Hospital

Position: Former Deputy Head, Department of Pathology

Specialty: Pathology

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: bscuonggpb@gmail.com

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Pham Nguyen Cuong, MD, PhD, is a specialist in Pathology with expertise in histopathology, cytology, and the application of molecular biology in cancer diagnosis and research. He has extensive experience in clinical practice, scientific research, and medical education, and is the author of numerous publications in national and international medical journals. He has made significant contributions to the development of pathology and healthcare workforce training in Central Vietnam. He currently contributes to teaching activities at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy and serves as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

ASSOC. PROF. TRAN THI HOANG, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang Hospital for Women and Children

Position: Deputy Director

Specialty: Pediatrics and Neonatology

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: hoangtrandn@yahoo.com

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Assoc. Prof. Tran Thi Hoang, MD, PhD, is a specialist in Pediatrics and Neonatology with extensive experience in the care, emergency management, and treatment of newborns, particularly those with severe and complex conditions. She is actively involved in medical education, scientific research, and the application of innovative and digital-transformation solutions in clinical practice. She has made significant contributions to improving the quality of pediatric and neonatal care in Central Vietnam. She currently serves as Deputy Director of Da Nang Hospital for Women and Children and as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

NGUYEN TAN DUNG, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang C Hospital

Position: Deputy Director

Specialty: Rehabilitation Medicine

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: bsnguyentandungbvc@gmail.com

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Nguyen Tan Dung, MD, PhD, is a specialist in Rehabilitation Medicine with extensive experience in treating and rehabilitating musculoskeletal, neurological, and respiratory disorders, particularly degenerative spinal conditions, intervertebral disc herniation, Parkinson's disease, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He is actively involved in scientific research, professional training, and technology transfer, with research contributions of practical value to clinical care. He has also contributed to quality improvement and the application of modern rehabilitation techniques and technologies aimed at improving treatment outcomes and patients' quality of life. He currently contributes to teaching activities at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy and serves as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

HOANG PHUONG, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang C Hospital

Position: Director, Cardiovascular Center

Specialty: Cardiology

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: drhphuong@gmail.com

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Hoang Phuong, MD, PhD, is a specialist in Interventional Cardiology with advanced expertise in cardiac catheterization, coronary intervention, and other complex interventional cardiovascular procedures. He has extensive experience in the research, application, and transfer of modern interventional cardiology techniques and is the author of numerous scientific publications in national and international journals. He also regularly presents at specialist scientific conferences. In addition to his clinical and research activities, he is actively involved in professional training, technology transfer, and the development of interventional cardiology teams in Central Vietnam and the Central Highlands. He currently contributes to teaching activities at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy and serves as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

THAI CAO TAN, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang C Hospital

Position: Head of the Department of General Surgery

Specialty: Surgery

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: Bscuaban@gmail.com

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Thai Cao Tan, MD, PhD, is a surgeon and currently serves as Head of the Department of General Surgery at Da Nang C Hospital. He has extensive expertise in surgical practice, with particular experience in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery and the application of modern laser techniques for the treatment of urologic diseases. In parallel with his clinical work, he is actively involved in scientific research, presentations at major medical conferences, professional training, and technology transfer for younger generations of physicians in Central Vietnam and the Central Highlands. He currently contributes to teaching activities at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy and serves as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

NGUYEN QUANG HAI, DDS, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang Odonto-Stomatology Hospital

Position: Director

Specialty: Dentistry

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: drquanghai@gmail.com

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Nguyen Quang Hai, DDS, PhD, is a specialist in Dentistry with advanced expertise in oral and maxillofacial surgery and dental implantology. He received his dental training at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Hue University, and subsequently completed his Master's and doctoral training at Hanoi Medical University. In addition to his administrative and clinical responsibilities, he is actively involved in teaching, scientific research, professional training, and the development of dentistry. He currently serves as Director of Da Nang Odonto-Stomatology Hospital and Deputy Head of the Faculty of Dentistry at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy, and is an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

NGUYEN PHAM THANH NHAN, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang Oncology Hospital

Position: Head of the Department of General Planning

Specialty: Oncology and Genetics

ORCID: 0000-0003-1428-836X

Email: Bsnhanbvub@gmail.com

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Nguyen Pham Thanh Nhan, MD, PhD, is a specialist in Oncology with extensive experience in cancer diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and screening. He is actively involved in scientific research, professional training, and continuing medical education, with particular interests in cancer epidemiology and lung and breast cancer screening. In addition to his clinical and research activities, he has contributed to healthcare management, professional training, and the development of oncology expertise among healthcare professionals. He currently contributes to teaching activities at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy and serves as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

KIEU VIET TRUNG, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Hospital

Position: Deputy Head, Department of Surgery and Related Specialties

Specialty: Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: Trungbvdn@gmail.com

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Kieu Viet Trung, MD, PhD, is a specialist in Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery with advanced expertise in diagnosing and treating spinal, spinal cord, and neurosurgical disorders. He has extensive surgical experience in managing complex conditions such as intervertebral disc herniation, spondylolisthesis, spinal deformities, and spinal cord tumors. He places particular emphasis on integrating surgical treatment with postoperative rehabilitation to improve treatment outcomes and patients' functional recovery. He currently works at Da Nang Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Hospital, concurrently serves as Deputy Head of the Department of Surgery and Related Specialties at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy, and is an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

LUU THI THUY, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Dean, Faculty of Nursing

Specialty: Nursing

ORCID: 0000-0001-8719-3404

Email: luuthithuy@dhktyduocdn.edu.vn

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Luu Thi Thuy earned her PhD in Nursing from Mahidol University in Thailand and currently serves as Dean of the Faculty of Nursing at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy. She has 20 years of experience in nursing education and research, with primary research interests in older adult care, care of patients with chronic diseases, nursing education, and nursing management. She has authored or co-authored 35 scientific publications in national and international journals and has served as a peer reviewer for both national and international journals. She currently serves as an Editorial Board Member of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

NGUYEN HOAI TRUNG, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Vice Dean, Faculty of Rehabilitation

Specialty: Rehabilitation Medicine

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: trungdhy70@gmail.com

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Nguyen Hoai Trung, MD, PhD, is a specialist in rehabilitation medicine with extensive experience in treating and rehabilitating neurological and musculoskeletal disorders. His clinical expertise particularly includes rehabilitation following stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, movement disorders such as dystonia, and orthopedic injuries. He has participated in numerous scientific research projects, training programs, and technology transfer activities in rehabilitation medicine, contributing to clinical practice. He currently serves as a lecturer at the Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy and as a physician at the University's Medical Diagnostic Center. He is also a member of the Editorial Board of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

NGUYEN DINH PHUONG THAO, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Dean, Faculty of Medicine

Specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: ndpthao@dhktyduocdn.edu.vn

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Nguyen Dinh Phuong Thao, MD, PhD, is Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Head of the Department of Obstetrics at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy. She holds a PhD in Medicine with specialization in obstetrics and gynecology and has extensive experience in medical education and clinical practice. Her research interests focus on obstetrics, gynecology, and menopausal health in women. In addition to training future healthcare professionals, she actively participates in scientific conferences and contributes her professional expertise to the medical community in Central Vietnam. She currently serves on the Editorial Board of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

NGUYEN NGUYEN TRANG, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Vice Dean, Faculty of Medicine

Specialty: Internal Medicine

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: nntrang@dhktyduocdn.edu.vn

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Nguyen Nguyen Trang, MD, PhD, is a lecturer and researcher in internal medicine, with research interests focusing on cardiovascular medicine, hypertension, heart failure, and cardiovascular complications in patients with diabetes mellitus. Her research includes assessing cardiac function and myocardial deformation, as well as cardiovascular risk factors, in patients with type 2 diabetes. Her academic interests also extend to mental health and healthcare among medical students. She has contributed to scientific publications in Vietnam and internationally and is actively involved in teaching, research, and healthcare workforce development. She currently serves as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy and as a member of the Editorial Board of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

NGUYEN THI NAM PHONG, PharmD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy

Specialty: Pharmacy

ORCID: [ORCID]

Email: ntnphong@dhktyduocdn.edu.vn

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Nguyen Thi Nam Phong, PharmD, PhD, is a lecturer and researcher in pharmaceutical sciences with extensive experience in pharmacology, pharmacy education, and the management of pharmacy training programs. She actively participates in teaching, scientific research, curriculum development, and professional collaboration in medicine and pharmacy. She has also contributed to the education and development of the pharmacy workforce at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy. She currently serves as Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy and Head of the Department of Pharmacology at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy, and as a member of the Editorial Board of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

HUYNH HUU BON, PharmD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Vice Dean, Faculty of Pharmacy

Specialty: Pharmacy

ORCID: 0000-0002-3253-861X

Email: hhbon@dhktyduocdn.edu.vn

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Huynh Huu Bon, PharmD, PhD, graduated in Pharmacy from Hue University of Medicine and Pharmacy in 2007 and received his Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City in 2013. In 2023, he completed his PhD in Clinical Pharmacy at Mahidol University, Thailand. He is currently a lecturer and Vice Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy. His academic and research interests focus on clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutical care. He currently serves on the Editorial Board of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

HO XUAN TUAN, MD, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Head, Department of Medical Imaging

Specialty: Medical Imaging

ORCID: 0009-0008-9174-6321

Email: hxtuan@dhktyduocdn.edu.vn

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Ho Xuan Tuan, MD, PhD, is currently Head of the Department of Medical Imaging at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy. He is actively involved in teaching, curriculum development, and supervision of scientific research in medical imaging. His research interests focus on echocardiography, diagnostic imaging in oncology, and collaborative clinical research with healthcare institutions. He also supervises postgraduate research in radiology and nuclear medicine. He currently serves on the Editorial Board of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

CAO VAN, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Vice Dean, Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science

Specialty: Medical Laboratory Science

ORCID: 0009-0009-4783-6490

Email: cvan@dhktyduocdn.edu.vn

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Cao Van, PhD, earned his PhD in Medical Microbiology from the Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University. Since 2010, he has been involved in teaching and research in microbiology and parasitology at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy. His research interests focus on medical laboratory science, particularly microbiology, parasitology, and their applications in laboratory diagnosis. He currently serves on the Editorial Board of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).

HOANG THANH HUONG, PhD

Affiliation: Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy

Position: Researcher

Specialty: Environmental Systems – Environmental Health

ORCID: 0000-0003-1190-4366

Email: hthanhhuong@dhktyduocdn.edu.vn

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Hoang Thanh Huong, PhD, is currently a lecturer and researcher at Da Nang University of Medical Technology and Pharmacy. She earned her PhD in Environmental Systems from the University of Kitakyushu, Japan. Her principal research interests include the development of waste-to-energy systems, biofuels, and circular economy models. More recently, her research has expanded into environmental health, with an emphasis on sustainable resource management and the development of green technologies to address interconnected environmental and health challenges. She currently serves on the Editorial Board of the Da Nang Journal of Medicine and Pharmacy (DJMP).