Where to Get a Dermatology Examination in District 3, Ho Chi Minh City? Examination Fees and What Is Included

If you need a dermatology consultation in District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, you can visit BonBoz Clinic, 66–68 Võ Văn Tần, Xuân Hòa Ward (formerly District 3). It is a Dermatology Specialty Clinic with operating licence 11113/HCM-GPHĐ, issued by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health. The examining doctor is Dr. Bùi Thị Kim Kha, Specialist Level I physician in Dermatology, practising certificate 009784/ĐL-CCHN. The initial consultation and skin analysis are free. A reference price range is published for acne and pitted acne scar treatment, and costs for other conditions are quoted after the consultation.

How much does a dermatology consultation at BonBoz cost?

The initial consultation and skin analysis are free. The dermatology treatment page states this for acne and pitted acne scars. For acne treatment, consultations and follow-up visits within the treatment plan are also free of charge. You only pay when you agree to a treatment plan after hearing the doctor's quote.

Published treatment price ranges:

Reference prices published in November 2026; an exact quote is given after the consultation, before you decide. For details on each item, see acne treatment cost per session and laser cost for pitted acne scars. Topical and oral medications by prescription are charged separately. Longer treatment courses can be paid in instalments through partner finance companies, subject to each partner's conditions.

For conditions without a published price range, the cost varies with the type of lesion identified on skin analysis, the size of the treatment area, the number of sessions the doctor sets, and whether medication or other methods are combined.

What does a dermatology consultation include?

The clinic's general principle: the doctor first identifies the type of lesion and its cause, then builds a treatment plan and adjusts it at each follow-up according to how your skin actually responds. Specifically:

1. 1Medical history: when the condition started, the products and medications you have used, and your history. For acne that flares monthly, the doctor asks in detail about your menstrual cycle.
2. 2Skin analysis: classifying the lesion, such as the type of acne, the type of pitted acne scar (ice pick scars, boxcar scars, rolling scars), or the type of melasma. For melasma, the doctor uses a Wood's lamp to distinguish superficial from deep melasma and to separate freckles and brown spots. For enlarged pores, skin analysis helps tell them apart from pitted acne scars.
3. 3Conclusion and recommendation: you are told what type of problem you have, the approach, the expected number of sessions, and the limits of what can be achieved.
4. 4Quote: the cost is quoted before you decide; you are not pressured to buy a package.

DermNet describes the Wood's lamp as helping determine whether pigment lies in the epidermis or the dermis, and the examination is painless and safe. DermNet also notes that before a Wood's lamp examination, the skin should not have just had makeup or moisturiser applied. So come with a bare face, or remove makeup at the clinic. Skin examination with an illuminated magnifier (dermoscopy) lets the examiner observe structures and patterns on the skin surface.

Which skin problems does the clinic treat?

Choosing a dermatology clinic: a 5-point self-check

Online reviews, or which place is "nearest" or "cheapest", do not answer the key question: does the examiner have adequate qualifications? Use the table below for any clinic you are considering.

The article 5 criteria for choosing a place to treat pitted acne scars applies a similar check specifically to pitted acne scars.

Who is the dermatology doctor at BonBoz?

Dr. Bùi Thị Kim Kha, Specialist Level I physician graduated as a general practitioner from Tây Nguyên University (2018) and completed Specialist Level I training in Dermatology at Phạm Ngọc Thạch University of Medicine (degree awarded in 2025). Her practising certificate 009784/ĐL-CCHN was issued by the Đắk Lắk Province Department of Health on 15/10/2021. She has more than 8 years of practice and holds certificates in Laser and light therapy in dermatology, Dermatologic procedures and minor surgery, and Infection control.

Do I need downtime after a consultation?

The consultation consists only of a medical history and skin analysis, so no recovery time is needed; you can go to work right away. Recovery time only applies if you have a procedure, and it differs by procedure: acne extraction may cause redness and mild swelling for 1–2 days; fractional CO2 laser and subcision need longer. The doctor tells you the specific recovery timeline before you agree to proceed.

When should you see a doctor early, and when should a procedure be postponed?

You should see a doctor early when:

• deep inflammatory acne keeps recurring for more than 3 months despite proper care, or each episode leaves dark marks or scars;
• your skin is red, peeling, or stinging after using many active ingredients or mixed creams on your own;
• you have a spot or mark that looks very different from your other spots, or that changes, itches, or bleeds. The AAD advises seeing a dermatologist in this case.

Procedures are often postponed, even after a consultation, when:

• you are pregnant or breastfeeding: tell the doctor so they can choose suitable medications, chemical peels, and laser, or defer them;
• your skin is freshly sunburned, or has an open wound, infection, or herpes in the area to be treated;
• inflammatory acne is still active and you want to treat scars: acne is brought under control first;
• you are taking medication that increases light sensitivity or affects wound healing: the doctor assesses first, and you should not stop prescribed medication on your own.

Should you come to BonBoz from District 10, Phú Nhuận, District 7, or another province?

Distance is not the main criterion when choosing where to have a dermatology consultation; the operating licence, a doctor with a practising certificate, and a thorough examination before any recommendation are what matter. BonBoz is on Võ Văn Tần Street and is open until 20:00 every day, including Sundays. If you live far away, such as in Rạch Giá or Giá Rai, many dermatology treatment plans need regular follow-ups. Consider the travel involved, and call 0869 612 310 beforehand to book a time if you choose to come to BonBoz.

Book a dermatology consultation

• Address: BonBoz Clinic, 66–68 Võ Văn Tần, Xuân Hòa Ward (formerly District 3), Ho Chi Minh City.
• Opening hours: Monday – Sunday, 08:00–20:00.
• Phone: 0869 612 310.
• Operating licences: 11113/HCM-GPHĐ (Dermatology) and 10036/HCM-GPHĐ (Aesthetics), issued by the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Health; look them up at tracuu.medinet.org.vn.
• Doctor: Dr. Bùi Thị Kim Kha, Specialist Level I physician in Dermatology, practising certificate 009784/ĐL-CCHN (issued by the Đắk Lắk Province Department of Health), more than 8 years of practice.
• Initial consultation and skin analysis: free.

References

• DermNet — Wood lamp skin examination. <https://dermnetnz.org/topics/wood-lamp-skin-examination>
• DermNet — Dermoscopy. <https://dermnetnz.org/topics/dermoscopy>
• American Academy of Dermatology — How to check your skin for skin cancer. <https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/skin-cancer/check-skin>

Sources accessed on: 11/11/2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a dermatology consultation cost?

At BonBoz Clinic, the initial consultation and skin analysis are free. You only pay when you agree to treatment after the doctor quotes a price; for example, acne care or chemical peel is 1–3 million VND/session, and fractional CO2 laser is 2–5 million VND/session. These are reference prices published in November 2026; an exact quote is given after the consultation, before you decide.

What does a dermatology consultation in District 3 involve?

The doctor asks about your medical history and the products you have used, then performs skin analysis to correctly name the lesion: the type of acne, the type of pitted acne scar, or superficial versus deep melasma. You then hear the approach, the expected number of sessions, the limits of what can be achieved, and the cost. At BonBoz, Dr. Bùi Thị Kim Kha, Specialist Level I physician, examines you in person.

Is a dermatology consultation safe? Does it hurt?

The consultation consists of a medical history and skin analysis, so it is non-invasive. According to DermNet, a Wood's lamp examination is painless and safe; you only need to come with a bare face or remove makeup before the examination. Any procedure, if needed, is only done when you agree after the risks have been explained.

How long does recovery take after a dermatology consultation?

The consultation needs no recovery time; you can carry on as normal right away. Recovery only applies if you have a procedure, and the specific timeline differs by method. The doctor tells you this timeline before you decide.

Is it fine to choose a dermatology clinic that is near home and cheap?

Being near and cheap does not tell you whether the examiner is adequately qualified. Check the dermatology operating licence, the doctor's name and practising certificate number, whether skin analysis is done before any recommendation, and whether a quote is given first. An unusually low price per session often comes with rushed work or no doctor examining you.

How should I read reviews of a dermatology clinic?

A review reflects only one person's experience with one particular skin. Use reviews to get a sense of service attitude, and check professional qualifications through the operating licence and practising certificate, which can be looked up on the Department of Health portal. A clinic with a public complaints channel is also a sign worth looking for.

Should I travel from Rạch Giá or Giá Rai to Ho Chi Minh City for a dermatology consultation?

BonBoz Clinic examines patients at 66–68 Võ Văn Tần, Ho Chi Minh City. Many dermatology treatment plans need regular follow-ups, so consider whether you can travel before choosing where to be treated. If you want to be seen at BonBoz, call 0869 612 310 to book a time beforehand.

Can I pay for dermatology treatment in instalments?

Yes, BonBoz offers instalment payment through partner finance companies for longer treatment courses, subject to each partner's conditions. The initial consultation and skin analysis are free of charge. The total cost of the course is quoted before you decide.

Content prepared by the BonBoz Clinic professional team.