The inspection was attended by leaders from the Departments of Health, Construction and Finance, the Office of the Hanoi People's Committee, the Hanoi Civil and Industrial Construction Investment Project Management Board and other relevant units.

Hanoi Vice Chairwoman Vu Thu Ha (center) inspects the construction site of the Hanoi Heart Hospital – Facility 2 project.

Efforts to accelerate progress

According to a report from the Hanoi Civil and Industrial Construction Investment Project Management Board, the Hanoi Heart Hospital – Facility 2 project is being implemented on Vo Chi Cong Street, Xuan Dinh Ward, with a capacity of about 300 beds and a total floor area of more than 41,800 square meters. The project includes a 12-story main building, two basement levels and a modern, synchronized technical infrastructure system.

The project is designed as a specialized cardiovascular medical facility that will not only provide medical examination and treatment but also train high-quality medical personnel, contributing to improving healthcare services for residents of the capital and surrounding areas.

Hanoi Vice Chairwoman Vu Thu Ha (center) listens to contractors report on the progress of the Hanoi Heart Hospital – Facility 2 project.

At the time of inspection, the project had achieved significant progress. The main structural construction had reached the 10th floor and work on the 11th floor was underway. Finishing works such as wall construction, plastering and installation of mechanical and electrical systems, air conditioning and medical gas systems were being implemented in parallel with construction progress. Fire protection systems, smoke extraction pressurization and medical specimen transport systems were also being installed simultaneously.

Regarding medical equipment, procurement and installation packages for imaging and intervention equipment have been launched. Equipment has been ordered and coordination is ongoing with the user units to determine installation locations. All equipment is expected to be installed and tested before May 30, 2026.

According to the plan, the project is scheduled for completion, acceptance and handover for operation in June 2026. However, the project still faces several difficulties, especially land clearance issues. Some construction items are affected by nearby residential areas. The project management board has requested relevant authorities resolve these issues promptly to ensure overall project progress.

Hanoi Vice Chairwoman Vu Thu Ha listens to the Department of Health report on the progress of the renovation and repair project at Hanoi Oncology Hospital.

Regarding the renovation and repair project at Hanoi Oncology Hospital, the project management board stated that the goal is to develop the hospital into a leading facility for cancer diagnosis and treatment, with a capacity of 250 beds. The project includes the construction of a new six-story building with one basement level, along with modern infrastructure and equipment systems.

Currently, the project has completed foundation work, drainage systems, wastewater treatment systems, test pile driving and preparations for full construction. Equipment for the wastewater treatment system is being imported for installation. The foundation and basement are expected to be completed in 2026, the structural construction by the end of the year and the project is expected to be handed over in the second quarter of 2027.

Alongside the overall upgrade project, Hanoi Oncology Hospital is also implementing renovation and repair works for existing buildings to reorganize space and ensure medical examination and treatment operations continue during construction.

Contractors have completed preparation work and are implementing tasks such as demolition of old structures, scaffolding installation and installation of electrical and fire protection systems, with more than 40 workers currently on site. The project is reported to be on schedule and meeting approved design quality standards.

However, the project also faces difficulties due to limited construction space, as construction must be carried out while maintaining hospital operations, affecting construction organization as well as the daily activities of patients and medical staff.

Strengthening coordination to ensure synchronized implementation

During the site inspection, Vice Chairwoman of the Hanoi People's Committee Vu Thu Ha acknowledged the efforts of the project management board, contractors and related units in implementing the projects, especially their proactive approach and strong commitment to maintaining progress.

However, she emphasized a consistent principle: progress should not be pursued at the expense of quality. Instead, quality and operational efficiency must be the top priorities. Medical facilities must not only be completed in construction terms but must also fully meet professional requirements and effectively serve healthcare needs.

For the Hanoi Heart Hospital – Facility 2 project, Ha requested relevant units urgently review and finalize technical plans for each item, floor and area. The project management board must take the lead and coordinate closely with the Department of Health and the hospital to conduct direct site inspections. 

Once technical solutions are agreed upon, they must be finalized and formally approved to avoid repeated adjustments that could affect progress. Technical systems such as medical gas, laboratories, lighting and air conditioning must be designed in coordination with building layout and equipment installation.

Regarding land clearance, she assigned the Department of Health to lead coordination with relevant units to develop plans, complete legal documentation and strengthen communication and dialogue with affected residents.

For overall progress, she requested that all units review and revise the implementation plan to ensure feasibility, mobilize maximum resources to complete procedures and ensure the project is operational no later than June 15, 2026. The city is expected to conduct a comprehensive inspection in early May 2026 to evaluate progress, construction quality and operational conditions. A final inspection will be conducted before inauguration to ensure the facility is ready for operation.

For the renovation and repair project at Hanoi Oncology Hospital, Ha wanted relevant units to continue accelerating progress and ensure the treatment department operating under an international-standard model will be launched and put into operation in June 2026.

Concluding the working session, she emphasized that both the Hanoi Heart Hospital – Facility 2 and Hanoi Oncology Hospital projects are important healthcare projects for the city and have significant practical meaning for residents. Therefore, the requirements are not only progress but also quality, synchronization and effective operation immediately after completion. Departments, agencies and related units must strengthen coordination and promptly resolve difficulties, while the project management board must enhance its coordination role and closely supervise project implementation.

"With strong direction from city leaders and coordinated participation from all units, the projects are expected to be completed on schedule with high quality, contributing to improving the capacity of the capital's healthcare system and better meeting the growing healthcare needs of residents," Ha emphasized.