Hoan My Da Lat Hospital has put into operation the AI-powered 1.5 Tesla SIGNA Prime Elite MRI system, providing patients in Da Lat with quick, quiet, and in-depth diagnostic examinations.

Advanced MRI services available right in Da Lat

MRI is commonly used to evaluate the brain, spine, musculoskeletal system, abdomen, and other subtle abnormalities that may be missed by conventional imaging methods.

Previously, many patients in Da Lat and neighboring areas had to travel to Ho Chi Minh City for specialized diagnostic imaging, facing additional expenses, time commitments, and physical strain—especially the elderly.

Hoan My Da Lat Hospital stated that providing local MRI examinations enables early detection and effective monitoring of complex medical conditions. It also reduces travel costs and time, which is especially meaningful for patients requiring frequent or ongoing evaluations.

Hoan My Da Lat Hospital Expands Advanced Healthcare Services

A representative from the hospital noted that a key highlight of the SIGNA Prime Elite system is its spacious bore along with optimized noise-reduction technology. The AIR Coils signal receivers are lightweight and thin, covering the patient like a soft blanket instead of the traditional rigid frames.

As a result, patients can overcome the anxiety commonly associated with lying still in a confined space and enduring prolonged noise during an MRI scan.

This improved design, combined with AI-powered image processing, not only significantly shortens scan times but also minimizes discomfort and feelings of confinement, providing a smoother and more comfortable patient experience.

“We want people in Da Lat and surrounding areas to have access to advanced diagnostic imaging right in their hometown, without the need to travel far,” said Dr. Le Tho, Director of Hoan My Da Lat Hospital.

According to Dr. Le Tho, the deployment of the new-generation MRI system is aimed at enhancing the hospital’s advanced diagnostic capabilities. This enables timely health assessments for patients and facilitates referrals to the most appropriate specialties for treatment.

The MRI system is not the only technology investment made by Hoan My Da Lat Hospital this year.

Alongside the AI-integrated 1.5 Tesla MRI system, the hospital has also introduced the LOGIQ Totus multifunction ultrasound system and the Olympus EVIS X1 endoscopy platform to support early screening for gastrointestinal cancers. This advanced endoscopy system helps detect small lesions in the esophagus, stomach, and colon, where early-stage cancers are often difficult to identify.

The hospital has also established an on-site dialysis facility for patients requiring regular hemodialysis treatment. As these patients need ongoing care, reducing travel distance has a direct and meaningful impact on their daily lives.

According to Hoan My Da Lat Hospital, its investment in advanced medical equipment across multiple specialties is aimed at strengthening the hospital’s capacity to provide comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services locally in Da Lat. The primary goal is to ensure that patients can access specialized medical procedures closer to home, reducing the need for long-distance travel while saving time and costs.

The development of a modern medical technology infrastructure provides a strong foundation for the hospital to expand its services and meet the growing healthcare needs of people in Da Lat and neighboring communities across Lam Dong Province