International Diploma in Regional Anesthesia Analgesia

University of Montpellier (France) & VinUni College of Health Sciences (Vietnam)
2025/26 Intake

Advance your expertise in Regional Anaesthesia Analgesia

Join a diploma program trusted by over 400 anaesthesiologists from 29 countries since 2010. This internationally recognised qualification from the University of Montpellier, France, equips you with the latest techniques and knowledge in regional anaesthesia—helping you deliver safer, more effective care in your daily practice.

Why choose this diploma?

  • Internationally respected credential: Gain a diploma from the world’s oldest medical school, boosting your global career opportunities.

  • Real-world skills you can use immediately: Attend three immersive, in-person sessions in Hanoi with direct mentorship from global experts.

  • Intensive hands-on training: Practise ultrasound-guided nerve blocks in 36+ hours of live workshops, with close supervision in small groups.

  • Practical, team-based clinical case learning: Build confidence through real clinical case discussions and collaborative decision-making.

  • Comprehensive curriculum: Master 110 topics across eight modules—including safety, advanced anatomy, paediatrics, obstetrics, and cutting-edge procedures.

Take the next step to elevate your expertise and impact as a regional anaesthesia specialist.

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Your pathway to advanced clinical practice–what you need to know

Applications for the 2026 diploma are open until 15 September 2025. Places are limited—early registration is recommended.

Location: VINMEC Times City International Hospital in Hanoi, Vietnam

    • Master the foundations of regional anaesthesia: Build deep confidence in evidence-based techniques and patient selection.

    • Prioritise safety and complication management: Prevent, diagnose, and manage risks to improve outcomes for every patient.

    • Apply detailed anatomy knowledge: Use advanced imaging to accurately perform nerve blocks in all body regions.

    • Perform a full range of block techniques: Gain hands-on skills in ultrasound-guided procedures for upper/lower limbs, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, face, neck, and spine.

    • Adapt care for special populations: Deliver tailored anaesthesia for children, newborns, obstetric, elderly, and complex patients.

    • Drive quality and innovation: Learn the latest research, documentation, and quality improvement strategies in anaesthesia.

    • Learn by doing: Practise advanced techniques in live, small-group workshops and solve real-world scenarios through team-based clinical sessions.

    • 88 lectures by key opinion leader speakers, (visiting faculty, video conference) (70 hours)

    • 41 workshops with live models (41 hours)

    • Clinical cases management discussion (20 hours)

    • Clinical attachment as clinical observer during 5 days in VinMec International Hospital or any other accredited centre of regional anaesthesia analgesia in the world.

    • Students will be registered in the record system of Montpellier’s University

    • Certificate of completion will be provided at the end of the course.

    • Session 1: 19–22 January 2026

    • Session 2: 30 March–2 April 2026

    • Session 3: 6–9 May 2026

    • Examination: 27 June 2026

    • Location: VinMec Times City International Hospital, Hanoi, Vietnam

    • Anaesthesiologists, pain specialists, critical care and perioperative doctors

    • MD graduates, fellows, and residents in related fields

    • International applicants welcome—course delivered in English

Learn from world leaders in Regional Anaesthesia and Analgesia

  • Xavier Capdevila, MD, PhD

    Professor Xavier Capdevila leads the Department of Anaesthesia and Critical Care at Lapeyronie University Hospital, France. He is an internationally respected educator and co-founder of Medinfusion.

  • Philippe Macaire, MD

    Dr. Philippe Macaire is Director of Anaesthesiology and Pain Management at Vinmec Healthcare System and Head of Anaesthesiology at VinMec Times City International Hospital, Vietnam. He is a global innovator in pain management and a co-founder of Medinfusion.

  • Oliver Choquet, MD

    Anesthesiologist in traumatology and orthopedics, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, anesthesia educator, Medical coordinator of the Operating theater, Lapeyronie at University Hospital of Montpellier, France and co-founder of Medinfusion.

  • Chi Phan

    Anesthesiologist at VinMec, Vietnam, specialising in regional anaesthesia and perioperative care.

  • Chinh Quach Minh, MD, MSC

    Aanesthesiologist at the Department of Anesthesiology and Anesthesia, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital in Hanoi, Vietnam. Chinh has more than 10 years of experience in the field of anesthesia - pain treatment, deep expertise in anesthesia - patient resuscitation, analgesia and postoperative pain care.

  • Christelle Sola

    Consultant anaesthesiologist in France, experienced in regional anaesthesia and acute pain management.

  • Christophe Dadure, MD, PhD

    Professor Christophe Dadure is Chair of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine at the University of Montpellier, France. He leads pediatric anaesthesia at Lapeyronie Hospital and is president of the French Society of Pediatric Anaesthesia.

  • Clara Lua, MD

    Anesthesiologist in VinMec International Hospital Times City and a member of the VinMec Medical Council advocating high-quality, efficient and safe patient care. Graduated from the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and The Medical City Anesthesia Residency in the Philippines.

  • Cyril Rivat, MD, PhD

    Dr. Cyril Rivat is an Associate Professor at Montpellier University, specialising in neuroscience and pain pharmacology. He leads groundbreaking research on pain mechanisms and injury-induced plasticity at INSERM.

  • Dao Nguyen, MD

    Anaesthesiologist and Lecturer at the Anaesthesia Department, University Medical Center in Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam.

  • Deep Arora, MD

    Director of Anaesthesia and Pain Management at MAX Healthcare in Sushant Lok I, Gurgaon, India.

  • Duyen Pham

    Anesthesiologist at VinMec, Vietnam, with a focus on ultrasound-guided regional anaesthesia.

  • Estelle Morau, MD

    Anaesthesist & Chairwoman of Obstetrical Anaesthesia practising in several hospital in the Occitanie region.

  • Henri Cuche, MD

    Anesthesiologist.CEO of the Saint Charles Surgical Clinic Lyon 1er specialised in ophthalmology orthopaedics and maxillofacial surgery.Expert in legal compensation for bodily injury.

  • Linh Nguyen Van

    Anaesthesia nurse with 10 years experience at the Department of Anaesthesia at Vinmec Times City International General Hospital in Hanoi, Vietnam.

  • Mai Le, MD

    Senior anaesthesiologist in Vietnam with expertise in pain management and obstetric anaesthesia.

  • Matthias Herteleer

    Anaesthesiologist specialising in regional anaesthesia and critical care medicine.

  • Philippe Biboulet

    Senior anaesthesiologist in France, known for his work in regional anaesthesia and medical education.

  • Philippe Cuvillon, MD, PhD

    Anaesthesiologist at Nîmes University Hospital, CHU Carémeau, Critical Care and Emergency Medicine, Pain Dept, Nîmes, France

  • Sandeep Diwan

    Anaesthesiologist recognised for expertise in ultrasound-guided nerve blocks and pain management.

  • Sen Tang

    Anaesthesiologist in Vietnam with experience in perioperative care and regional anaesthesia techniques.

  • Ta Ngan Giang, MD

    Anaesthesiologist in Hanoi Medical University hospital, department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Management. Vice-Head of the department.

  • T.V.S Gopal, MD

    Head of the Department of Anaesthesia and Associate Medical Director at CARE Hospitals in Hyderabad, India. He has been practicing for more than 30 years.

  • Viet Vu, MD

    Head of Anaesthesiology and Pain Management Department at Vinmec Times City International Hospital in Hanoi, Vietnam.

  • Xavier Paqueron

    Anaesthesiologist in France, specialist in pain management and advanced regional anaesthesia.

Diploma Program

Advance your skills in regional anaesthesia with a globally recognised diploma, blending in-depth lectures and hands-on workshops to help you deliver safer, more effective patient care.

In-depth lectures for practical expertise

Gain access to a comprehensive series of lectures covering 110 key topics across eight essential modules. These sessions focus on the foundations of regional anaesthesia, safety and complication management, advanced anatomy, and specialized care for obstetric, paediatric, and complex cases. Each lecture is designed to give you actionable insights and the latest evidence to elevate your clinical decision-making.

Hands-on workshops for real-world skills

Sharpen your technique through 36 hours of ultrasound-guided workshops using live models, with a small group setting for direct supervision and feedback. These workshops provide practical training in a full range of nerve block procedures, allowing you to build confidence and competence that translates directly into improved patient care.

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Register your interest

Join a global community of clinicians focused on excellence in regional anaesthesia. Register your interest by 15 September 2025 to take part in this advanced training program.

2026 diploma dates:

  • Session 1: 19–22 January 2026

  • Session 2: 30 March–2 April 2026

  • Session 3: 6–9 May 2026

  • Examination: 27 June 2026

  • Location: VinMec Times City International Hospital, Hanoi, Vietnam