October 16, 2025Oct 16 Photo courtesy of VN Express Five members of a surgical team in Ho Chi Minh City have been arrested following the death of a 32-year-old ladyboy during a breast augmentation and liposuction surgery in May. The arrests include Dr. Bui Duc Nhien and nurse Pham Thi Quyen, who have been accused of violating medical regulations at Paris Aesthetic Dental and Maxillofacial Hospital. This incident has raised concerns about compliance with medical standards in the city. On May 28, the ladyboy visited the hospital in former District 3 for surgery, receiving counseling before a team was organized. During the procedure, she experienced circulatory and respiratory failure and was transferred to Thong Nhat Hospital, where she died. The subsequent police investigation revealed that while Nhien and Quyen were qualified, they were not registered to provide treatment at this facility. Several staff members at the hospital lacked medical practice certificates, shedding light on broader regulatory issues. The hospital had previously been fined twice by the city Department of Health in 2024 for cosmetic surgery-related incidents and was shut down for three months in September of that year. The ongoing investigation continues to probe deeper into these violations. Experts in the medical community have expressed concern about the regulatory lapses and their fatal consequences. The investigation aims to determine how unqualified personnel could operate within medical facilities. Authorities emphasize the importance of adhering to medical standards to prevent such tragedies. Looking forward, the case may prompt stricter oversight and enforcement of medical regulations in Vietnam. Authorities are expected to take measures to ensure compliance and avoid such incidents in the future. The findings of this investigation could lead to significant changes in how medical services are monitored in the country. Key Takeaways Medical personnel were arrested for violating treatment regulations. The hospital faced prior fines and a temporary shutdown. Investigation may lead to stricter medical regulation enforcement. Click here for more Vietnam stories Adapted by ASEAN Now from VN Express 2025-10-16
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