Vinmec Da Nang: Australian patient relieved of 2 years of pain after only 1 hour of surgery

Healing Vacation and Unexpected “Escape” in Vietnam

English 1 — The Australian patient had suffered from left acromioclavicular arthritis for two years.

After more than two years of living in pain due to arthritis in the left shoulder and clavicle, despite treatment with medication, injections, and physical therapy in Australia without any results, Mr. Robert Mulligan was almost desperate. Sleepless at night due to pain, living with limited mobility during the day, he once thought: "Maybe I will have to live with this pain for the rest of my life."

A long trip to Da Nang - the city he loved - unexpectedly became a turning point in his life. Through an introduction, he went to Vinmec Da Nang International General Hospital. Here, the doctors quickly determined that the cause of the pain was acromioclavicular joint hypertrophy and prescribed arthroscopic surgery - an advanced method to treat injuries with minimal invasiveness and quick recovery.

The surgery lasted less than 60 minutes, performed by Dr. Nguyen Huu Manh (Vinmec Times City) in collaboration with the Vinmec Da Nang team. Thanks to the modern endoscopy system and one-way sterile operating room, the injury was treated accurately, minimizing invasion and significantly shortening recovery time.

English 2 — After 1 week of surgery, the patient was able to raise his arm and move his shoulder normally, and the pain that had lasted for 2 years had disappeared.

Just a few days after surgery, Mr. Robert was able to lift his arm, move his shoulder normally, and was pain-free. After a week, he had almost fully recovered thanks to a personalized physical therapy program. “I couldn’t believe it – the pain that had been nagging for two years suddenly disappeared. From the first full night’s sleep to raising his arm to put on his shirt – it was all a great gift,” Mr. Robert emotionally shared.

Ideal destination for medical tourism in Central Vietnam

MSc.BSNT Ta Tuan Anh - Orthopedic Traumatologist, who accompanied the surgical team, shared: “The success of the surgery is the result of close coordination between accurate diagnosis, timely indication and selection of appropriate treatment methods. Arthroscopic shoulder surgery is an important step forward in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases today. At Vinmec Da Nang, we not only master the technique with high precision, but also design the entire optimal treatment process - helping patients, especially foreigners, to shorten the time of hospital stay, recover quickly and continue their daily activities, travel or work with peace of mind”.

Brother 3 — Vinmec Da Nang promises to be an ideal destination for medical tourism in the Central region.

With a team of highly skilled doctors, fluent in English and international standard procedures, Vinmec Da Nang has received and successfully treated many foreign patients from countries such as Australia, the US, Korea... in the fields of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, digestive, sports injuries... Located right in the city center, only 15 minutes from the international airport, Vinmec Da Nang offers a seamless healthcare experience - from medical examination and treatment to recovery and convalescence.

The successful treatment of a persistent illness that foreign healthcare has not been able to handle once again affirms the superior capacity of the Vietnamese private healthcare system - especially in the comprehensive, synchronous, and personalized care model like at Vinmec. Vinmec Da Nang promises to become a leading medical center in the Central region, where high expertise, advanced technology, and humane services converge - for both Vietnamese and the international community.

According to the research report "Healthcare Services for Foreigners in Vietnam" conducted by Indochina Research Vietnam, a leading market research company in the region, and published in March 2025, Vinmec is the number 1 healthcare system in Vietnam for foreigners, with a recognition rate of up to 67%, keeping a considerable distance from other hospitals. According to Indochina Research Vietnam, the most important factor for foreigners when choosing healthcare services in Vietnam is the expertise of the medical team (accounting for 53%), followed by the quality of facilities (accounting for 48%) and dedication to patient care (accounting for 40%).

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