Head of Department
Duong Van Hung
Department of Pathology
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Department of Pathology
INTRODUCTION
History and development.
- The Department of Pathology was established in 2004
- Organizational structure:
- Postgraduate level: 03
- University level: 05
- College level: 02
- Positions and staff in detail:
- Head of Department: Specialist Doctor Grade II Duong Van Hung
- Head Nurse: Bachelor Pham Tri Tuyen
- Specialist Doctor Grade I Kien Ha Giang
- Specialist Doctor Grade I Tran Nguyen Hoai Phong
- Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Hang
- Bachelor of Nursing Huynh Thi Xuan Dieu
- Bachelor of Nursing Lam Van Phuc
- Technician Thach Thi Tuc
- Technician Huynh Hoa Thuy Tien
Functions and duties.
- Department of Pathology is the unit that performs histopathology and cytology tests, providing key evidence for accurate diagnosis, treatment planning and monitoring of treatment effectiveness. It also manages the morgue.
The department currently performs the following techniques:
- Routine histopathology staining (HE).
- Cytology testing.
- Intraoperative frozen section biopsy, helping surgeons make decisions during the operation.
- Immunohistochemical staining for breast diseases, helping to confirm the diagnosis and guide appropriate treatment.
With its working spirit of “Welcoming, prompt, safe, accurate” and continual improvement of professional quality, the Department of Pathology works alongside the clinical specialties to deliver safe, effective, patient-centered health care.
- Role in the hospital's medical examination and treatment activities.
- The Department of Pathology plays an important role in medical examination and treatment by performing histopathology, cytology, frozen section biopsy and immunohistochemistry tests, providing accurate results for diagnosis, disease classification, prognosis assessment, selection of treatment methods and monitoring of treatment effectiveness. In particular, frozen section biopsy supports intraoperative decision-making; immunohistochemistry with ER, PR, HER2 and Ki-67 markers guides personalized breast cancer treatment; cytology techniques and fine-needle aspiration (FNA) contribute to the early detection of lesions, improving treatment effectiveness and the quality of patient care.
- Patients served.
The Department of Pathology serves:
- Inpatients and outpatients referred for histopathology, cytology, frozen section biopsy and immunohistochemistry tests.
- Patients with tumors, lymph nodes or organ lesions that require determination of benign or malignant nature, staging and prognosis.
- Patients with suspected or diagnosed cancer requiring confirmation of diagnosis, histological classification and biomarker assessment to guide treatment selection and monitor treatment response.
- Patients with lesions of the thyroid, breast, lymph nodes, soft tissue and other organs requiring fine-needle aspiration (FNA), including ultrasound-guided FNA.
- Patients undergoing surgery who require frozen section biopsy to help surgeons make decisions during the operation.
Department highlights.
- Performing histopathological diagnosis (HE), cytology, frozen section biopsy and immunohistochemistry in breast cancer. Supporting accurate diagnosis, early cancer detection, prognosis assessment and treatment guidance.
- Providing rapid frozen section results to support treatment decisions during surgery.
- Performing immunohistochemistry tests (ER, PR, HER2, Ki-67), contributing to personalized breast cancer treatment.
- Accurate and timely testing procedures in close coordination with other specialties to improve the effectiveness of patient care.
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
- Histopathological diagnosis: Determining the nature of lesions and the classification and grading of tumors as a basis for diagnosis and treatment.
- Immunohistochemistry: Performing ER, PR, HER2 and Ki-67 markers to assess prognosis and guide personalized treatment, especially in breast cancer.
- Intraoperative biopsy (frozen section): Providing rapid results during surgery to support margin assessment and surgical decision-making.
- Cytological diagnosis: Performing FNA and ultrasound-guided FNA to support early, minimally invasive diagnosis and guide the management of lesions, especially cancer.
TRAINING & RESEARCH
The Department of Pathology participates in training and professional guidance for healthcare staff and students in pathology, cytology and specialized laboratory techniques. The department regularly updates and applies scientific and technical advances to improve diagnostic capacity and the quality of patient care.
EQUIPMENT
No. | Equipment Name | Purpose |
1 | Automated Tissue Processor | Automates specimen processing so that tissue samples are of good quality before sectioning and staining, supporting histopathological diagnosis. |
2 | Paraffin Embedding Machine (Embedding Center) | Creates paraffin blocks containing tissue samples, accurately orienting specimens before slide sectioning. |
3 | Microtome | Cuts thin tissue sections for HE staining and special staining techniques for microscopic evaluation. |
4 | Automated Slide Stainer (Autostainer) | Automates the slide staining process, especially in immunohistochemistry, ensuring consistent and accurate results. |
5 | Immunohistochemistry System (IHC System) | Performs biomarkers such as ER, PR, HER2 and Ki-67 in breast cancer, supporting cancer subtyping and personalized treatment. |
6 | Specialized Light Microscope | Observes and analyzes cell and tissue morphology to make pathological diagnoses. |
7 | Cryostat | Cuts frozen tissue samples for frozen section biopsy, providing rapid results to support surgery. |
STAFF
The current staff of the Department of Pathology includes:
- Head of Department: Specialist Doctor Grade II Duong Van Hung
- Total number of doctors: 03
- Nurses/Technicians: 05