HUNA 2026 Affirms the Prestige of the Urology–Nephrology Association
Over two days, June 26–27, 2026, the Ho Chi Minh City Urology–Nephrology Association (HUNA) held its 23rd Annual Scientific Conference at the TTC Palace Convention Center in Phan Thiet Ward, Lam Dong Province.
A Hub for Knowledge and Innovation
Under the theme "International Collaboration – Multidisciplinary Cooperation – Elevating Urology and Nephrology," this year's conference attracted more than 700 delegates from provinces and cities across Vietnam, together with numerous international experts. The program featured nearly 300 oral scientific presentations and more than 20 poster presentations, organized across six parallel conference halls.
Building on more than 35 years of development, HUNA has become one of Vietnam's leading academic forums in urology and nephrology. From a specialized conference, HUNA has evolved into a shared platform for specialists, physicians, and scientists in the field. It also serves as a bridge between research and clinical practice, contributing to continuing medical education, technology transfer, and expanded international cooperation.
Continuing to affirm its role as an academic pillar of the specialty, HUNA provides an environment where generations of healthcare professionals can exchange experience, update the latest medical advances, and translate scientific achievements into clinical practice. The values cultivated over many years have laid a solid foundation for the sustainable development of Vietnam's urology and nephrology specialty, contributing to improved patient care while gradually enhancing the international standing of Vietnamese medicine.
Dr. Do Anh Toan, President of the Ho Chi Minh City Urology–Nephrology Association, said: "The core values that define the HUNA brand are unity, knowledge sharing, continuous innovation, and an unwavering commitment to patients. HUNA's success is measured not only by the number of delegates or scientific presentations, but also by the professional connections established, the collaborative opportunities created, and the scientific achievements translated into tangible benefits for patients."
Connecting Knowledge, Enhancing Treatment Quality
HUNA 2026 gave practical expression to its theme of "International Collaboration – Multidisciplinary Cooperation – Elevating Urology and Nephrology." The conference program included four specialized Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions, nearly 300 oral scientific presentations, and more than 20 poster presentations, demonstrating the continued growth of research activities within the specialty.
A highlight of the conference was the live surgical demonstration broadcast from Binh Thuan General Hospital, allowing delegates at the conference venue to observe procedures, exchange views, and update their knowledge of advanced techniques directly from the conference venue. This activity helped strengthen the connection between research and clinical practice while promoting the wider application of advanced medical technologies in patient care.
Specialist Level II Dr. Le Huynh Phuc, Director of Binh Thuan General Hospital, said: "Participating in HUNA 2026 provides an important opportunity for local healthcare professionals to access new technologies, update specialized knowledge, and enhance treatment capacity at the grassroots level. The conference also helps strengthen professional collaboration between major medical centers and the grassroots healthcare system. For Lam Dong, hosting the conference creates opportunities for cooperation in training, research, and advanced technology transfer in the field of urology and nephrology."
Through the conference activities, numerous professional partnerships were established, contributing to improvements in healthcare quality. These collaborations will help local residents gain access to advanced medical technologies closer to home, reduce referrals to higher-level hospitals, and improve treatment outcomes.
HUNA 2026 left a strong impression through its academic scale, professional quality, and practical application. The conference once again affirmed its role as an important scientific forum for Vietnam's urology and nephrology community, contributing to research, the application of new technologies, and the continuous improvement of treatment quality.