MRT Inc. (Head Office: Shibuya, Tokyo; CEO: Tomoya Ogawa; hereinafter referred to as “MRT”) is pleased to announce that we have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for collaboration with Hoan My – the largest private healthcare network in Vietnam, currently operating 14 hospitals and 7 clinics nationwide (Head Office: Ho Chi Minh City; GCEO: Ms. Huynh Bich Lien). Through this partnership, MRT and Hoan My will jointly organize medical lectures conducted by Japanese doctors, as part of the medical training programs offered by Hoan My Academy (Head Office: Ho Chi Minh City; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Thi Anh Thu; hereinafter referred to as “HMA”)
Background
In Southeast Asian countries, despite ongoing population growth and continued economic development, some nations have begun entering the stage of population aging. In response to the rapidly increasing and diversifying demand for healthcare, these countries have implemented measures such as expanding medical facilities, increasing the number of medical schools, and developing specialized training programs.
In Vietnam, along with population growth and aging, the demand for healthcare is also expanding, as reflected in the rising total healthcare expenditure and the growing complexity of medical services. However, in addition to the shortage of doctors and healthcare professionals, the quality of medical education remains inconsistent across regions. Furthermore, the development, implementation, and operation of clinical practice guidelines and professional protocols are still insufficient. These issues contribute to disparities in healthcare between urban and rural areas, a concentration of medical facilities and specialists in major cities, and the overloading of central hospitals.※1
To address these healthcare challenges in Vietnam, Hoan My Group is working to enhance the skills and knowledge of their medical staff through training programs based on international standards. In 2023, Hoan My Academy was established with the goal of offering advanced education and training programs for a wide range of healthcare stakeholders – from frontline medical staff to the management teams within the group and the wider healthcare sector. Through these efforts, Hoan My aims to improve the overall quality ofhealthcare services across its entire network.※2
Image: Source – Hoan My official website (https://hoanmy.com/)
Purpose and Scope of Collaboration between MRT and Hoan My
Founded in 2000, MRT Inc. originated from an internal support organization of doctors at the University of Tokyo Hospital. Since then, MRT has continuously expanded its healthcare human resource platform in Japan by supporting career development for doctors and medical professionals, providing medical information, and connecting talent with healthcare institutions. Currently, over 100,000 doctors are registered on MRT’s platform. The company is actively working to match highly specialized physicians with hospitals in need, while also collaborating with government agencies to address the issue of healthcare resource distribution.
Aiming to leverage its experience in Japan to help tackle healthcare challenges in Southeast Asia, MRT established MRT Global Management Pte. Ltd. (MRT GM) in Singapore in 2024, following the signing of a strategic partnership with Docquity—the largest doctor network platform in Southeast Asia. MRT GM is now expanding its operations in Vietnam, with the goal of becoming the leading platform for healthcare human resources and digital transformation in the ASEAN region.
Under this partnership, MRT GM and HMA—a unit of Hoan My Group—will collaborate in selecting and inviting expert physicians from MRT’s network of over 100,000 doctors to conduct medical seminars. These doctors will deliver lectures through online training programs and thematic seminars held multiple times a year, aimed at enhancing the professional knowledge and skills of doctors in Vietnam.
About Hoan My
Established in 1997 in Ho Chi Minh City, Hoan My Group is the largest private healthcare network in Vietnam. Operating under brands such as “Hanh Phuc” and “Hoan My,” the group currently manages 14 hospitals and 7 clinics, delivering comprehensive healthcare services to the public. With a dedicated team of over 5,000 healthcare professionals, Hoan My serves more than 5 million outpatient visits annually.
Hoan My is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services across Vietnam. The group continuously strives to improve access to care, set new clinical standards, lead the adoption of advanced treatments and services, and contribute to shaping the healthcare culture in Vietnam.
Hoan My Group has been honored five times with the prestigious “Vietnam Hospital of the Year” award by Frost & Sullivan in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2023. This award recognizes organizations that have made outstanding contributions to the healthcare industry.
Image: Source – Hoan My official website (https://hoanmy.com/)
About HMA
The Hoan My Academy (HMA), officially known as the Hoan My Institute of Training and Research, was established in 2023 under the management of Hoan My Medical Corporation. HMA provides comprehensive education and training programs aimed at developing and enhancing the professional capabilities of Hoan My’s staff as well as other healthcare professionals, with the ultimate goal of delivering higher-quality healthcare services to patients.
In 2024, HMA announced a collaboration with the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management—one of Europe’s leading institutions for finance and management education—to launch an advanced hospital management training program.※3
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Thi Anh Thu serves as the Director of HMA. She is also the President of both the Vietnam Association for Infection Control and the Ho Chi Minh City Infection Control Society. In addition, she is a member of the medical advisory board for the Ministry of Health and the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health, a lecturer at Pham Ngoc Thach University of Medicine, and was recently elected Vice President of the Ho Chi Minh City Medical Association for the 2025–2029 term.
Future Development
MRT Inc. and Hoan My Medical Corporation will begin implementing specialized training programs delivered by Japanese doctors for physicians within the Hoan My network, through the medical education initiatives of HMA. At the same time, the training content will be continuously improved, with the aim of expanding this model to doctors across Vietnam. These efforts are intended to help raise the standard in developing clinical guidelines and medical protocols in the country.
Through these activities, MRT aims to enhance service quality to address healthcare challenges in Vietnam, while also leveraging the knowledge and experience gained in Vietnam to expand across other Southeast Asian countries. The company is committed to building the “No. 1 platform for healthcare digital transformation and human resources in ASEAN,” contributing to the advancement of healthcare throughout the Southeast Asian region.
Comment
Hoan My Academy, led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Thi Anh Thu
We are truly honored to officially sign this partnership agreement with MRT Inc. This collaboration not only opens up practical cooperation opportunities but also lays the foundation for strengthening an international academic network
We view this partnership with MRT as a long-term, sustainable strategy that brings significant value to the Hoan My network in particular and to the Vietnamese healthcare community as a whole. It is a valuable opportunity for our doctors and medical staff in Vietnam to access and learn from advanced knowledge and modern treatment trends.
MRT Inc, Mr. Nobutaka Kato – Chief Executive Officer of MRT Global Management.
We firmly believe that by combining the in-depth training and educational capabilities of Hoan My Academy, its strong ties with local communities, and the expertise and healthcare human resource technologies that MRT has cultivated over the years, we can generate practical value in enhancing the quality of medical services in Vietnam.
Looking ahead, this collaboration holds the promise of making a meaningful contribution to the sustainable development of the healthcare sector across Southeast Asia. Guided by our corporate philosophy, ‘For Healthcare, For the Community,’ MRT is always ready to face new challenges with a sense of responsibility and passion—not only in Japan, but also in Vietnam, throughout Asia, and toward the future of global healthcare.
We have high hopes that this partnership will yield tangible outcomes, not only for both parties, but also in creating broad, positive impact on the community and society at large.
- Referring to the website of Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)
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- Referring to 「Hoan My Academy Partners with Frankfurt School of Finance & Management」