I am considering undergoing limb lengthening surgery in Vietnam because the cost is much lower compared to what I would have to pay in Canada. However, I still have some concerns:
(1) Which doctors are reputable?
(2) Which hospitals are trustworthy?
(3) What issues might I face if I do not speak Vietnamese?
Thanks all,
I’m currently looking into a few limb-lengthening doctors. I’d really appreciate any extra info or personal experience you’re able to share. Quality comes first for me, cost second.
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Luong-Nguyen-Van-2
Is this the Dr. Luong you had your surgery with?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAVtc75CBzo
I also found a video on Vietnam’s national television related to this physician. However, I haven’t been able to locate any contact information. I’ve asked an acquaintance in Vietnam to look into this, and I will share any updates if more information becomes available.
Quote from: NorthBarista on February 01, 2026, 12:49:42 AMYes that is Dr. Luong. https://www.facebook.com/keodaichandrluong
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I’ve been able to get in touch with Dr. Luong. One interesting detail is that he is also a member of the military. Thanks NorthBarista!
Post-operative care at Bac Ha International Hospital is generally better since it’s a private hospital. At 108 Hospital, which is a public hospital, patients usually need to hire an additional caregiver during their stay.I’m planning to discuss this in more detail with Dr Luong
After doing quite a bit of research, I’ve made my decision and wanted to share a brief summary here.
(1) I decided to go with 108 Military Central Hospital in Vietnam for a few reasons. The overall cost is much lower compared to Canada. While it’s more expensive than some other hospitals in Vietnam, the higher cost seems to come with better quality and a higher level of safety. I also spoke with a friend of mine who’s a doctor, which helped reinforce my confidence in this choice.
(2) The surgeon I’ve chosen is Dr. Luong. From what I’ve found, he’s currently one of the most experienced doctors at 108 Hospital when it comes to limb lengthening. To be honest, I was initially quite concerned about the level of medical expertise in Vietnam, so I spent time reviewing his background and publications. Here’s his profile for anyone interested:
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Luong-Nguyen-Van-2
and his fb: https://www.facebook.com/keodaichandrluong
Looking through his credentials definitely made me feel more comfortable with my decision.
I’m still a bit concerned about communication throughout the limb lengthening process. I’ll be undergoing limb lengthening using the LON method with an intramedullary nail.If anyone here has gone through a similar procedure, especially in Vietnam, or has any experience or advice to share, I’d really appreciate hearing your thoughts. Thanks in advance.
Hey Michael Anderson, when I went in for my check-up you were at about 7 cm already. I’m guessing you’ve probably finished the lengthening by now, right? How many cm are you at these days?
I’m only at 6 cm so far. The first little while was pretty uncomfortable since getting around was tough. I’m usually the kind of person who likes being out and about, walking around and staying active. Luckily, after about a month I was able to move around with a U-shaped walker.
Have you gone back to Canada yet?
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