ACHSI Sets New Benchmark: Vietnam Ministry of Health Grants Unanimous Endorsement for World-Class EQuIP Standards
This landmark recognition highlights our commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and global healthcare excellence.
ACHS International has become the first organisation to receive unanimous endorsement from the Vietnam Ministry of Health (MOH) Appraisal Council for its Evaluation and Quality Improvement Program (EQuIP) international hospital quality standards. This landmark recognition reinforces ACHSI’s global leadership in quality improvement, patient safety, and excellence in healthcare delivery.
The Appraisal Council convened during September in Hanoi to review ACHSI’s proposal for recognition of its international standards. The Council overwhelmingly valued ACHSI’s approach, built on standards developed in Australia, the country ranked #1 globally for healthcare outcomes (The Commonwealth Fund 2025). ACHSI was also praised for its strong emphasis on continuous improvement and alignment with Vietnam’s strategic health goals, including Resolution No. 72-NQ/TW.
Representing ACHSI at the meeting, Louise Cuskelly, Executive Director of ACHSI, presented the organisation’s standards and certification outcomes in Vietnam. Ms Cuskelly was commended for her leadership and engagement with the Council. She also acknowledged the significant support and achievement of Hung Vuong Hospital, the first public hospital in Vietnam to achieve Accreditation to the ACHSI EQuIP7 standards in 2024.
This endorsement is a testament to the strength of our standards and the dedication of our ACHS and ACHSI team. We are honoured to support Vietnam’s healthcare system in its journey toward global excellence.
Ms Louise Cuskelly, ACHSI Executive Director
Several hospitals across Vietnam have adopted ACHSI standards, including Hong Ngoc Hospital, the first private hospital in Vietnamand Hung Phuc International Hospital, both of which have achieved accreditation. Organisations within Hoan My Medical Corporation have also commenced their quality improvement journey achieving at Foundation level.
Learn more about the endorsement here.
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