About Vietnam Lifestyle Medicine Alliance (VLMA)

Our mission

To help transform healthcare in Viet Nam by integrating evidence-based Lifestyle Medicine into clinical practice, public health, and education - empowering healthcare professionals and communities to achieve sustainable, person-centred well-being

Our vision

A healthier, more resilient Viet Nam where Lifestyle Medicine principles guide every aspect of care and prevention.

Core Values:

• Integrity – Ethical and transparent in all our actions.

• Science – Grounded in evidence and continuous learning.

• Collaboration – Building partnerships across disciplines and sectors.

• Service – Dedicated to improving lives through prevention and compassion.

Affiliation Statement:

VLMA aligns with the global standards and mission of the Lifestyle Medicine Global Alliance (LMGA) and supports the certification framework of the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (IBLM).

Get to know us

The Vietnam Lifestyle Medicine Alliance (VLMA) is a national community of physicians and healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing evidence-based Lifestyle Medicine in Viet Nam. Guided by the principles of the Lifestyle Medicine Global Alliance (LMGA) and the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (IBLM), VLMA aims to build capacity, foster collaboration, and improve health outcomes through prevention-focused, person-centred care for individuals and communities across Viet Nam.

Why Is Lifestyle Medicine Essential to Sustainable Health and Healthcare in Viet Nam?

Viet Nam is experiencing a rapid rise in lifestyle-related chronic diseases that is placing growing, long-term pressure on its healthcare system. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, chronic respiratory disease, and type 2 diabetes now account for around 80% of all deaths nationwide and more than 70% of the country’s overall disease burden.

These conditions are largely driven by modifiable lifestyle factors, unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, tobacco use, harmful alcohol consumption, chronic stress, and poor sleep and they demand expensive, often lifelong treatment. At the same time, they are among the most preventable and controllable health problems when evidence-based lifestyle interventions are applied. By addressing these root causes, Lifestyle Medicine offers Viet Nam a practical, sustainable, and prevention-focused path to improving population health and easing the growing strain on hospitals and the wider healthcare system.

Message from the Founding President

The rising burden of lifestyle-related chronic diseases in Viet Nam calls for a stronger focus on prevention, healthy living, and person-centred care. Lifestyle Medicine offers a science-based approach that addresses the root causes of disease and supports long-term well-being for individuals, families, and communities.

The Vietnam Lifestyle Medicine Alliance (VLMA) was established as a physician-led national alliance to support the integration of evidence-based Lifestyle Medicine into clinical practice, public health, and education in Viet Nam. In alignment with the Lifestyle Medicine Global Alliance (LMGA) and the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine (IBLM), we seek to connect healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, and partners who share a commitment to prevention and sustainable health.

VLMA approaches this mission with humility, openness, and a spirit of service. We warmly welcome all who wish to contribute to a healthier and more resilient Viet Nam.

With sincere appreciation,

Dr. Phuong Binh Le, MD, PhD

FOUNDING PRESIDENT & INTERIM CHAIR (VLMA)

Editorial Board Member of the Journal of Lifestyle Medicine (Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine)

What we do

VLMA focuses on four core areas:

Education & training - CME/CPD, short courses, and capacity-building in Lifestyle Medicine for healthcare professionals.
Community & chapters - connecting like-minded clinicians and health professionals through national and local networks.
Advocacy & partnerships - collaborating with institutions and stakeholders to promote prevention-focused, person-centred care in Viet Nam.
Knowledge & practice - sharing evidence, tools, and best practices to support the integration of Lifestyle Medicine into everyday clinical care.

Who can join VLMA?
VLMA welcomes physicians, other licensed healthcare professionals, health educators, researchers, and students who are interested in evidence-based Lifestyle Medicine and prevention-focused care.

Learn more on our Membership page.

Our team

We bring together passionate physicians, healthcare professionals, and educators dedicated to advancing evidence-based Lifestyle Medicine in Viet Nam. Guided by shared values of integrity, collaboration, and impact, we unite clinical expertise, academic insight, and community engagement to create a healthier and more sustainable future.

Tuyet Thi Nguyen, MD, PhD

interim vice chair

clinical, research & education

An Vu Truong Nguyen, MD, MSc

interim lead

membership & chapters

Khanh Quoc Vu Nguyen, MD, SL II

interim lead

international relations & comms

Mai Nguyen Thuy Le, MD, MSc

interim LEAD

FINANCE & AUDIT

Hang Thanh Vi, MD

interim LEAD

governance & compliance

Anh Nguyen Quynh Tran, MD, MSc

interim LEAD

clinical nutrition & metabolic health

VLMA Interim Leadership Team 2025–2026

The Vietnam Lifestyle Medicine Alliance is led by an interim physician-based executive team committed to good governance, ethics, and alignment with LMGA principles.