Son Tay District Health Center is the primary public healthcare institution serving Son Tay District, a mountainous and economically challenged area in Quang Ngai Province. The center provides essential medical care, preventive services, and health education to over 15,000 residents, including about 5,000 children. It is a core part of the district’s healthcare infrastructure, managing both the main center and medical stations in 9 communes. The center has received targeted support and advanced training programs to address local health needs, especially in pediatrics and emergency care

• General medicine

• Emergency and critical care

• Pediatrics (including neonatal and pediatric emergency care)

• Maternal health and obstetrics

• Preventive medicine and vaccination

• Diagnosis and management of common local health issues (e.g., snake bites, drowning, infectious diseases)

The center’s staff regularly participate in advanced training, such as the “Survive to Thrive” program, which provides pediatric resuscitation and emergency care skills. The center is recognized for its commitment to improving the skills of its doctors, nurses, and midwives, and for its ability to respond to the practical healthcare needs of a remote, high-need population

• Vision: To ensure accessible, high-quality healthcare for all residents of Son Tay District, particularly vulnerable groups such as children and ethnic minorities.

• Mission: To provide comprehensive preventive and curative services, empower staff through continuous training, and collaborate with partners to improve health outcomes in a challenging, mountainous region.