Workshop Highlights
- A high-caliber scientific panel with deep expertise in genetics and ART moderated the program, guiding insightful discussions and posing thought-provoking questions for each presentation.
- Speakers were leading experts in the field, combining extensive academic knowledge with practical clinical experience.
- The presentations were highly applicable, featuring the latest domestic and international trends.
- A detailed documentation package was shared, offering doctors, scientists, and healthcare professionals a valuable resource to apply in clinical practice and research.
Key Presentations: A Snapshot of Cutting-Edge Topics
1. Application of Genetic and Genomic Technologies in Assisted Reproduction: Current Practices and Future Trends
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Trinh The Son – Director, Military Institute of Clinical Embryology
This opening talk offered a broad overview of the role of genetic and genomic technologies in diagnosing, screening, and treating infertility. Dr. Son emphasized the use of next-generation sequencing (NGS) to detect chromosomal abnormalities and gene mutations that can impact fertility and embryo development. Looking forward, he highlighted the integration of AI in genetic data analysis to improve treatment prognosis.
2. Genetic Counseling and Testing for Fetal Ultrasound Abnormalities
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Van Khoa – Head of Biology & Genetics, Military Medical Academy
This presentation detailed the connection between fetal morphological abnormalities observed via ultrasound and potential underlying genetic syndromes. Dr. Khoa emphasized the importance of early genetic testing during pregnancy, not only for diagnosing conditions such as Down, Edwards, and Patau syndromes, but also for timely counseling and intervention — a cornerstone of modern prenatal screening.
3. Development and Application of Bioinformatics and Artificial Intelligence in Genetic Screening and Counseling
Pham Dinh Minh – R&D Director, GENTIS
Dr. Minh presented the emerging role of bioinformatics and AI in automating genetic data analysis, optimizing screening processes, and assisting physicians in clinical decision-making. He highlighted their use in building a national genetic disorder database for the Vietnamese population, significantly enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of genetic counseling.
4. Implantation Failure: Evidence Linking Chronic Endometritis and Genetic Abnormalities
Dr. Doan Xuan Kien – Director, Center for Reproductive Support & Andrology, Phu Tho Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital
Dr. Kien explored chronic endometritis (CE) as a frequently overlooked cause of implantation failure and recurrent miscarriage. He presented recent research linking CE with immune and genetic abnormalities in the endometrium, and provided effective treatment and monitoring protocols to improve IVF success rates.
5. Genetic Mutation Spectrum of Thalassemia in Vietnam and One PGT-M Solution for Carrier Couples
Dr. Le Vu Hai Duy – Phuong Dong General Hospital
Dr. Duy discussed the high prevalence of Thalassemia gene mutations across various regions of Vietnam and presented PGT-M (Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Monogenic Disorders) as an effective solution for selecting unaffected embryos. This approach helps carrier couples have healthy babies free of the disease.
6. Male Infertility: Key Causes and Tiered Testing for Personalized Treatment
Resident Doctor Le Thao Ly – Quang Ninh Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital
Dr. Ly addressed the main causes of male infertility, including genetic abnormalities (such as AZF microdeletions, Klinefelter syndrome), hormonal issues, lifestyle factors, and infections. She stressed the importance of tiered testing strategies, from basic to advanced, to personalize treatment and improve ART outcomes.
Workshop Materials: A Valuable Reference Resource
All the workshop content has been compiled into a comprehensive materials package, ideal for:
- Obstetricians, gynecologists, andrologists, geneticists, and ART specialists
- ART laboratory technicians
- Genetic counselors
- Biomedical students and postgraduate learners
- Anyone working in the field of assisted reproduction
If you're interested in receiving the complete documentation of the workshop "Updated Knowledge on Genetic Applications and AI Trends in Assisted Reproduction", simply scan the QR code below to download. This is a valuable opportunity to stay updated with cutting-edge knowledge and strengthen your foundation for clinical work, research, and treatment.
This specialized workshop not only provided deep insights into groundbreaking applications in assisted reproduction, but also opened new pathways toward personalized, precise, and intelligent medicine. The convergence of genetics, biotechnology, and AI is an inevitable trend that promises to enhance the quality of reproductive healthcare in Vietnam in the years to come.
