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listingshealth &beautyALTERNATIVE MEDICINEAmerican Chiropractic Clinic8 Truong Dinh, D3 Tel: 3930 6667www.vietnamchiropractic.comA chiropractic, physiotherapy, footcare clinic staffed by American-trainedchiropractors speaking French, English,Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean. Treatsback pain, neck pain, knee pain, alsospecializing in sports injuries, manufactureof medical grade foot orthotics.Ciro GargiuloCARE1 Executive Health Care CenterThe Manor, 91 Nguyen Huu Canh,Binh Thanh Tel: 3514 0757care1_reception@vietnammedicalpractice.comwww.care1.com.vnA holistic approach is used by thisacupuncturist and traditional medicinepractitioner to rebalance the body’senergy fields. A wide range of ailmentsare treated including back pain, allergiesand insomnia.Institute of Traditional Medicine273-275 Nguyen Van Troi, Phu NhuanDr. Le Hung is the man to see at thiswell-established traditional hospital &training centre. He speaks good Englishand provides excellent treatments in aclean environment. The Institute alsoprovides acupuncture lessons at USD$30 per day.Osteopathic Medicine/Physiotherapy– David Truong TanTel: 0903 09 81 24www.osteopathy-vietnam.comFrench-trained osteopath and physiotherapistspecializing in the treatment ofback pain and muscular, ligament andjoint problems using a holistic approachand gentle manipulative techniques.Consultations available at InternationalSOS in District 3 and Nutrifort in Districts1 and 2.Sarah MartinNTFQ2, 34 Nguyen Dang Giai, D2Tel: 0937 442 516sarahmichaela@hotmail.comwww.sarahmichaela.comAustralian-trained Massage and RemedialTherapist offering Deep Tissue/Sports Massage, Hawaiian Lomi LomiMassage, Prenatal Massage and Reiki.Theta Healing– Jodie EastwoodTel: 091 859 1933www.thetahealing.comA unique energy healing technique formind, body and spirit. Jodie is a UKqualified practitioner based in HCM City.COSMETIC TREATMENTCao Thang Lasik & Aesthetic Clinic135-135B Tran Binh Trong, D5Tel: 3923 4419A modern clinic offering a comprehensiverange of optical services. Specializesin LASIK correctional procedures,costing from USD $700 to $1,100 forboth eyes. English spoken. Open sevendays a week.FV Hospital Cosmetic Surgery45 Vo Thi Sau, D1 Tel: 6290 61676 Nguyen Luong Bang, D7Tel: 5411 3366www.fvhospital.comInternational-standard cosmetic proceduresfrom simple dermabrasion andchemical peels to collagen injections,nose and eye shaping, liposuction,and breast enhancement. Procedurescarriedout by French and Vietnamese doctorsusing the latest equipment.Parkway Shenton InternationalClinicSuite 213-214, 37 Ton Duc Thang, D1Owned by the Singapore-basedhealthcare giant Parkway Holdings, thisaesthetics clinic offers a range of bothsurgical and non-surgical treatmentsincluding dental reconstruction.DENTALEuropean Dental Clinic17 - 17A Le Van Mien, Thao Dien, D2Tel: 0918 749 204/08 3744 9744Expat English and French-speakingdentist. Performs full range of dentaltreatment including whitening, aestheticfillings, porcelain crowns, full ceramics,veneer and orthodontic treatment. 24-hour emergency line: 0909 551 916 or0916 352940.Koseikai Dental Clinic3rd floor, 21 Nguyen Trung Ngan, D1Tel: 3910 6255info@koseikai.com.vnwww.koseikaidentist.comA member of Dental Clinic Vietnam,provide full range of dental serviceswith the latest in technology, delivery oflaboratory work and new technologiesnow available.Starlight Dental ClinicDr. Philippe Guettier & Associates3 Han Thuyen, D1 Tel: 3822 6222doc.linh@gmail.comWith 10 years’ experience providingdental treatment to expat andVietnamese patients, this well-knowndental surgery is staffed by both foreign& local practitioners. Au fait with thelatest treatments and techniques, thesurgery prides themselves on their highstandard of equipment & sterilization.Westcoast International DentalClinic27 Nguyen Trung Truc, D1Tel: 3825 699971-79 Dong Khoi, D1 Tel: 3825 6777info@westcoastinternational.comwww.westcoastinternational.comCanadian-run dental clinic staffed byFrench, Japanese, English and Vietnamesespeaking dental professionals.See Medical listings for hospitals withdental services.HAIR & SALONAnthony George for London Hair &BeautyFIDECO Riverview Building14 Thao Dien, D2 Tel: 3744 6475www.aglondonsalon.com.vnTop British stylist George brings hisunique flair to hair in District 2. Themodern, stylish and professional salonis host to a staff of professionally trainedbeauty therapists. Uses Dermalogica,Schwarzkopf and L’Oreal products.Shampoo, cut and blow-dry starts atUSD $26; mini facials from $12.Jasmine45 Ton That Thiep, D1 Tel: 3827 2737jasminespa@hcm.vnn.vnFriendly and efficient staff offers haircutsand a wide range of services includingwaxing, manicures, pedicures and otherbeauty treatments. Skin renewal facial,salt or rice body scrub & deep tissuemassage costs USD $98Le Brian Salon201 Calmette, D1195 Nguyen Van Hoang, D2Vietnamese-American hairstylist withdual locations, offering a full range ofhair services, as well as professionalmake-up application.questions for the coiffeurFacing FactsBy Lloyd MorganQ: Which styles suit whatface shapes?A: For those with a round faceshape the stylist will comeup with a style that does notcover the face, but opens itinstead. Fringes are definitelyout—they’ll hide the face andprovide the illusion that theface is even rounder—andheight is required to providebalance. The extra volumeis needed right on top of thehead. The cutting techniqueemployed is entirely dependenton the hair type, butshorter layers should do thejob. Forget side volume—it willmake the face look rounder.For those with a long faceshape, fringes are definitelyin, as bangs will help to coversome of the forehead. Noheight is needed, but side volumeis required to counterbalancea longer face. The extraoomph works a treat.And for those lucky enoughto have a normal face shape,the sky’s the limit. You’re veryfortunate, as absolutely anystyle will work.Q: What’s so special aboutthe Brazilian straighteningsystem?A: I’ve emailed severalcompanies asking whatuse keratin fibre has in hairstraightening. The base ofall straightening systems isamoniumthyoglycolate. That’swhat perms or straightenshair, not keratin, so as far as Ican see it’s just a sales pitch.For one, it doesn’t last as longas the Wella system that I usewhich is effective for abouta year. The Brazilian systemlasts only three to four monthsand it’s not cheap. The salespitch touts it as better for thehair, because of the keratinbut so what? The effects lastfor less time, hence the treatmenthas to be applied moreoften—no doubt much worsefor the hair.Lloyd Morgan runs the LloydMorgan International HairStudio at 234 Nguyen VanHuong, Thao Dien, D2. Contacthim at 0908 422 007 orlloydskate@hotmail.com.Lloyd Morgan International HairStudio234 Nguyen Van Huong, Thao Dien, D2Tel: 090 8422 007International stylist Lloyd Morgan is oneof the best in town. He’s been in thebusiness for over 30 years and brings hisexpertise to this established, top-notchsalon.Qi Spa151 Nguyen Van Troi, Phu NhuanTel: 3844 1719Caravelle Hotel Tel: 3824 7150Mövenpick Hotel Saigon,Tel: 3997 5437High-end salon and spa offers thestandard range of services in a calmingatmosphere with good service. Waxing,nail services, hair dressing as well asluxurious facial and massage treatmentson offer.Souche2nd Floor, Saigon Trade Centre37 Ton Duc Thang, D1 Tel: 3910 0372A top-end beauty salon using theDermatologica line of skincare products.Specialises in personalized facial caretreatments from USD $30 and medicatedacne treatments from $40. Waxing andother aesthetic services are also availablein a pleasant atmosphere with excellentservice.Sunji Matsuo Hair StudioSaigon Paragon, 3 Nguyen Luong Bang,D7 Tel: 5416 0378Celebrity hairstylist Sunji Matsuo’s Singapore-basedhair salon has a variety ofhair services including scalp treatments,rebonding and hair extensions.The Salon21-23 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, D1Tel: 3822 966065 Le Loi, D1 Tel: 3821 6394Reliable haircuts from well-trained stylistsat this local salon with multiple locations.A haircut starts at USD $28 for womenand $22 for men.Venus41 Nguyen Trung Ngan, D1Tel: 3829 6298French Vietnamese stylist SandrineNguyen trained with worldwide academicsToni & Guy and Vidal Sassoon. Withmore than eight years experience, sheoffers haircuts for men from USD $10and $20 for women. Special services arecolouring and highlights.MEDICALAustralian Clinic & PathologyDiagnostics (ACPD)273-275 Ly Thai To, D10Tel: 3834 9941www.australianclinic.com.vnServices include general outpatienthealthcare, corporate / visa healthchecks,X-ray, full laboratory andin-house pharmacy including specialistmedical services covering cardiology,paediatrics, obstetrics, gynecology,orthopedic and dermatology.CARE1 Executive Health Care CenterThe Manor, 91 Nguyen Huu Canh,Binh Thanh Tel: 3514 0757care1_reception@vietnammedicalpractice.comwww.care1.com.vnSister clinic of Family Medical Practice,CARE1 is an executive health care centreoffering comprehensive preventative-carecheckups in a modern and professionalsetting. State-of-the-art technology providesfast and accurate diagnoses.Centre Medical International (CMI)1 Han Thuyen, D1Tel: 3827 2366www.cmi-vietnam.comLocated downtown next to the cathedral,the centre provides a high standardof medical care from qualified Frenchand Vietnamese physicians. Its rangeof services include general and tropicalmedicine, cardiology, gynaecology, osteopathy,pediatrics, psychiatry, speechtherapy and traditional Eastern medicine.Columbia Asia Saigon Clinic8 Alexandre de Rhodes, D1Tel: 3823 8888Respected multi-specialty clinic withforeign and local physicians. Doctors oncall 24 hours a day. Standard check-upscost between 400,000 VND and 800,000VND.Family Medical Practice HCMCDiamond Plaza, 34 Le Duan, D1Tel: 3822 7848www.vietnammedicalpractice.comLeading international primary healthcareprovider, with a 24-hour state-of-the-artmedical centre and highly-qualified multilingualforeign doctors. Extensive experiencein worldwide medical evacuationswith car and air ambulance on standby.Also in Hanoi and Danang.FV Hospital6 Nguyen Luong Bang, D7Tel: 5411 3333www.fvhospital.comA foreign-owned international-standardhospital with a mixture of French andVietnamese physicians. Offers quality services,comprehensive patient care and isparticularly well regarded for its maternitycare. Full array of dental services fromexamination, cleaning and whitening to fillings,cosmetic procedures and implants.24-hour emergency line: 3411 3500.Hanh Phuc International Women &Children HospitalBinh Duong Boulevard, Thuan An, BinhDuongTel: 650 363 6068www.hanhphuchospital.comManaged by Thomson Medical Singapore,Hanh Phuc hospital provides acomprehensive range of facilities andservice for primary to tertiary healthcare,focus in Obstestrics & Gyneacology andPaediatric. Soft opening was on the 3rdMarch 2011.International SOS167A Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, D3Tel: 3829 8424www.internationalsos.comGlobally-renowned provider of medicalassistance and international healthcare.Specializes in offering medical transportand evacuation both within and outside ofVietnam for urgent medical cases. Foreignand Vietnamese dentists. Has multilingualstaff.Victoria Healthcare InternationalClinic135A Nguyen Van Troi, Phu NhuanTel: 3997 454579 Dien Bien Phu, D1 Tel: 39104545Well-regarded clinic offering generalexaminations and specializing in pediatrics,digestive diseases, cardiology andwomen's health. Offers a membershipprogram and cooperates with most insurancecompanies in Vietnam and abroad.Open with doctors on call 24/7.NAILSNghia Beauty20 Phan Boi Chau, D1Tel: 3829 2688Located next to the Ben Thanh Market,clean efficient and friendly staff serviceyour hands and feet with a range of treatmentswhile you relax in a comfortableatmosphere.Nail P.KH51 Nguyen Huu Cau, D1A well-known local place with a number ofmanicure stations and an extensive rangeof services. A mani-pedi with polish startsat 40,000 VND.OPI253 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, D3International brand of nail care offering avariety of treatments from standard manicuresat 50,000 VND to the whole hostnail services such as acrylics, powder gell,cuticle treatments and French polishing.Quang Qui’s Nails146 Le Thanh Ton, D1242 Le Thanh Ton, D178 asialife HCMC asialife HCMC 79