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Monday 26 February 2024
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Thursday 25 January 2024
Announcement of Public Holidays - New Year 2024
Dear valued patients, City International Hospital would like to announce the hospital opening hours during Public Holidays – New Year 2024 (Giap Thin Tet) as below:
Monday 22 January 2024
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The Ministry of Health’s Department of Preventive Medicine warned that the coming Lunar New Year (Tet) holidays and spring festive season, when trading and travel...
Tuesday 26 December 2023
2024 New Year's Holiday Announcement
In observance of New Year’s Day, we would like to thank you for your support and cooperation in the year 2024 and look forward to receiving your continuing assistance...
Wednesday 29 November 2023
The journey of two hospitals in Vietnam first to qualify for coveted AACI accreditation
Nearly 2 years attentively nurturing & more than 6 months intensively executing, to be proudly become the two hospitals firstly in Vietnam certified for American...

Today, Gastrointestinal diseases are among the most common problems. One of the methods to early screening and prevent that disease is gastrointestinal endoscopy, which has been considered safe and accurate for effective diagnosis of diseases and disorders related to the digestive tract (stomach, esophagus, duodenum), lower part of the digestive tract (rectum, colon colon, anus) from inflammation to digestive cancers. In particular, gastrointestinal cancers such as stomach and colon are two of the most common diseases today. If cancer is detected and treated early, it will be more effective.

On the occasion of Vietnamese Women's Day (20th October), City International Hospital would like to give the gift of health and appreciation to you: our special offer Flat 30% Discount on GI Endoscope Service Costs for patients with an gastrointestinal endoscopy afternoon appointment

Effective 10 October to 31 December, 2020. 

Take charge of your health and schedule an appointment with City International Hospital today. We offer a wide variety of services for exceptional treatment and care for you and your family. Contact us today at 0906 48 31 34 or (028) 6280 3333 to schedule an appointment.

Preparing for Your Colonoscopy (Pre-Gastroscopy)

  • Patients fast and fast from 12pm if the procedure is scheduled in the morning or at least 6-8 hours before the procedure.
  • Abstain from drinking before 2 hours during sedation.
  • Do not take gastric medicine and antibiotics before gastroscopy for at least 2 weeks.
  • Do not drink colored beverages (coffe, tea, carbonated soft drinks ...)
  • Explain the procedure and the desire to have cooperation during the procedure.
  • Make sure you get written consent from the patient by the doctor performing the procedure. Reference: MA-MR-065 Approval Form for Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy; by Reference Anesthesiologist MA-MR-147 Consent for IV sedation for the procedure.
  • An appointment must be made with the Endoscopy department by phone unless advised by a doctor.
  • Ensure privacy and explain the procedure to the patient and loved one if sedation is performed with the anesthesiologist.
  • Check and check the checklist before performing the procedure according to the instructional process.
  • Instruct the patient to change into a surgical gown and to use the toilet before the procedure.
  • Instruct the patient to lie on the bed and lift the bars to prevent falls.
  • Give the patient tranquilizer as ordered (if any).

We hope you find this information helpful and that you now feel more relaxed about your upcoming procedure. If you require an endoscopy and you’re somewhat nervous about the procedure, visit City International Hospital’s Endoscopy DepartmentCity International Hospital offers screening colonoscopies to help prevent cancer or detect it early, as well as diagnostic colonoscopies to evaluate you if you are having bowel symptoms. Even if you have complicated polyps or complex anatomy, our team has special expertise in removing large and difficult-to-treat polyps. Our specialists provide the latest advances for colonoscopies, using a range of sophisticated tools and technologies to make your experience comfortable and easy. 

How to register for GI Endoscopy discount program

  • You can either call 028 6280 3333 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or directly visit  the Hospital
  • Hotline:  0906 483 134 (Ms.Tâm)

 Take charge of your health and schedule an appointment with City International Hospital today. We offer a wide variety of services for exceptional treatment and care for you and your family. Contact us today at  (028) 6280 3333 to schedule an appointment.

City International Hospital

  • Address: No. 3, 17A Street, Binh Tri Dong B Ward, Binh Tan Dist. (Next to AEON Mall Binh Tan). Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Operator: (+8428) 6280 3333, ext. 0
  • 24/7 Emergency: (+8428) 6290 1155
  • Website: https://cih.com.vn/en/
  • Fan page: https://www.facebook.com/BenhVienQuocTeCity/
  • Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

General disclaimer

 Always consult your doctor regarding any concern about your health. Your doctor will be in the best position to give the appropriate medical advice. For suspected undesirable drug reaction and seek medical attention immediately.