
Deputy Head of the Department of Psychiatry
Son Thi Cham Ren
Department of Psychiatry

The Department of Psychiatry of Tra Vinh General Hospital is a specialized unit responsible for the examination, diagnosis, treatment, management and comprehensive care of patients with mental disorders and conditions related to mental health. With a team of experienced, dedicated doctors and nurses and the motto "Patient-centered care", the department continually improves its professional quality and its examination and treatment processes, contributing to the care and promotion of mental health for people in the province and neighboring areas.
Over the years, the Department of Psychiatry has become a trusted provider for the examination, treatment and management of mental illnesses, while actively carrying out communication and health education activities to raise community awareness of the prevention and treatment of mental disorders.

The Department of Psychiatry examines and treats conditions such as: Schizophrenia. Mood disorders (depression, mania, bipolar disorder). Anxiety disorders and insomnia. Epilepsy. Dementia in older adults. Mental disorders due to the use of alcohol, drugs and psychoactive substances. Other mental disorders as clinically indicated. In addition to medication, the department provides psychological counseling, health education and rehabilitation, and guides patients and their families on care, monitoring and relapse prevention after discharge.
The department regularly provides: Examination and inpatient and outpatient treatment. Mental health counseling for patients and families. Communication and health education in the department on practical topics such as safe medication use, relapse prevention, nutrition and mental health care. Long-term monitoring and treatment management for patients with chronic mental illness. Coordination with other specialties in diagnosis and treatment.
The department always focuses on improving the professional skills of its healthcare staff through continuing education, updates on new treatment guidelines, and participation in scientific activities and research to improve the quality of medical care.
The department is fully equipped to support examination, treatment and patient care, and applies an information technology system to manage medical records, helping to improve efficiency and service quality.
The doctors, nurses and healthcare staff of the Department of Psychiatry have solid professional expertise and extensive experience in mental health, and are always dedicated, friendly and supportive of patients throughout their treatment.