The First Affiliated Hospital Of Guangdong Pharmaceutical University

The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Pharmaceutical University: A High-Level Modern General Hospital in South China

I. Hospital Overview

The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangdong Pharmaceutical University is a Grade A tertiary general hospital directly administered by the Guangdong Provincial Health Commission. It also serves as the core clinical teaching and research base for Guangdong Pharmaceutical University. Founded in 1950, the hospital has evolved over more than 70 years into a “one hospital, two campuses” structure (Yuexiu Campus and Liwan Campus), with a total floor area exceeding 200,000 square meters and over 2,500 open beds. Guided by its motto “Compassionate Care, Skilled Medicine, Serving the People,” the hospital focuses on the integrated development of medical care, education, research, prevention, and rehabilitation. It serves not only as a center for treating complex and critical illnesses in South China but also as a high-level modern hospital integrating clinical medicine, medical education, and technological innovation.

II. Technological Advantages: Innovation-Driven Leadership in Regional Healthcare

The hospital consistently prioritizes technological innovation as its core driver, achieving nationally advanced levels in multiple fields:

• Minimally Invasive Techniques: Comprehensive adoption of laparoscopic, thoracoscopic, and arthroscopic surgeries, performing over 12,000 minimally invasive procedures annually. Its Da Vinci robotic-assisted surgeries rank among the highest in South China, covering gastrointestinal, urological, and thoracic surgery.

• Comprehensive Cancer Care: Established a full-cycle treatment system integrating “surgery + radiotherapy + chemotherapy + immunotherapy.” Introduced proton therapy equipment (among the first in South China), combined with precision genetic testing to deliver personalized cancer treatment.

• Cardiovascular Interventions: Performs complex coronary interventions, radiofrequency ablation for arrhythmias, and structural heart disease interventions, with over 5,000 procedures annually. Acute myocardial infarction rescue success rate exceeds 98%.

• Critical Care Medicine: The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is equipped with advanced technologies, including extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). Our team possesses extensive expertise in treating severe conditions such as sepsis and multiple organ failure, achieving rescue success rates among the highest in the province.

III. Leading Specialties: National Key Specialties at the Forefront, Comprehensive Provincial Coverage

The hospital boasts multiple national and provincial key specialties, demonstrating robust disciplinary strength:

• National Key Clinical Specialties: Gastroenterology (one of the earliest institutions in the province to perform endoscopic submucosal dissection, ESD), Orthopedics (leading in minimally invasive spine surgery and joint replacement techniques).

• Provincial Key Disciplines: Cardiovascular Medicine (coronary intervention, cardiac pacing therapy), Neurosurgery (cerebral aneurysm clipping, microsurgical glioma resection), Emergency Medicine (Regional Trauma Center).

• Specialized Departments: Endocrinology (multidisciplinary diabetes foot treatment), Rehabilitation Medicine (neurological rehabilitation and orthopedic postoperative rehabilitation—provincial benchmarks), Pharmacy (National Clinical Pharmacist Training Base, national model for precision medication management).

IV. Departmental Structure: Comprehensive Coverage to Meet Diverse Needs

The hospital features a complete range of departments covering the entire continuum of care—from prevention and health maintenance to diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. Core clinical departments include:

• Internal Medicine System: Cardiology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Hematology, Rheumatology, and Immunology.

• Surgical System: General Surgery (Gastrointestinal, Hepatobiliary, Thyroid), Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Urology, Breast Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

• Specialty Departments: Obstetrics and Gynecology (High-Risk Pregnancy Management, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Oncology), Pediatrics (Neonatal Critical Care, Pediatric Respiratory), Ophthalmology (Cataract Phacoemulsification, Myopia Correction), Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (Snoring Treatment, Laryngectomy-Preserving Surgery for Laryngeal Cancer), Dentistry (Dental Implants, Orthodontics).

• Support Systems: Emergency Department (24-hour Chest Pain/Stroke/Trauma Center), Critical Care Medicine (ICU, CCU, NICU), Anesthesiology, Rehabilitation Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dermatology, Infectious Diseases, Nutrition.

V. Medical Equipment: Cutting-Edge Technology Enabling Precision Diagnosis and Treatment

The hospital is equipped with world-class medical devices to support precise diagnosis and treatment of complex and critical conditions:

• Imaging Diagnostics: 3.0T Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), 256-slice spiral CT, PET-CT (Positron Emission Tomography-Computed Tomography), Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA).

• Surgery and Therapy: Fourth-generation Da Vinci surgical robot, CyberKnife, proton therapy system (first in South China), holmium laser lithotripsy, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS).

• Critical Care and Monitoring: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), invasive/non-invasive ventilators, central monitoring systems.

• Laboratory and Pathology: Fully automated biochemical and immunological testing lines, next-generation sequencing (NGS) genetic testing platform, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) detection system.

VI. International Patient Services: Comprehensive Care for a Global Healthcare Experience

As a leading institution for international medical services in South China, the hospital offers one-stop convenience for international patients:

• Language Support: Multilingual interpreters (English, Japanese, Korean, Russian) available; dedicated foreign-language nurses in select departments; real-time access to professional medical translation via “Cloud Translation” platform.

• Convenient Care: International Medical Department (VIP Outpatient Clinic) offers priority scheduling, expedited testing, multidisciplinary consultations (MDT), and direct billing for international health insurance (e.g., MSH, Aetna).

• Cultural Adaptation: Patient rooms feature private bathrooms, religious materials (Bibles, Buddhist scriptures, etc.), and customized dietary services. Regular “International Patient Cultural Exchange Days” are held to alleviate homesickness.

• Comprehensive Follow-up: Post-discharge remote follow-up (phone/email/video) provides medication guidance and rehabilitation support, establishing long-term health management records.

VII. Medical Rankings: Regional Benchmark with Growing National Influence

• Domestic Rankings: While not among the national top 100 in Fudan University's China Hospital Rankings, it consistently ranks within the top 20 comprehensive hospitals in South China. Multiple specialties (e.g., Gastroenterology, Orthopedics) feature in the top 10 specialty rankings for South China.

• International Influence: Collaborates with world-leading institutions, including Harvard Medical School, Johns Hopkins Hospital, and the University of Tokyo Faculty of Medicine, participating in multiple international multicenter clinical trials. Awarded the “China's Top 50 Hospitals for International Influence” title in 2024.

VIII. International Patient Testimonials: Reputation Reflects Excellence

• “Mr. Chen from Malaysia (prostate cancer patient): The Da Vinci robotic surgery was minimally invasive with quick recovery. The medical team explained every step of the treatment in detail in English, which gave me great peace of mind.”

• “Aisha, Nigerian international student (post-acute appendicitis surgery): The International Medical Department nurses taught me to use the mobile app to check reports and schedule follow-ups. The cafeteria even prepared halal meals. It felt like home here.”

• “Ivan, Russian cardiovascular patient: The ECMO team stayed by my bedside 24/7. My cardiac function improved significantly after treatment. Before returning home, I specifically wrote a thank-you letter to the hospital.”

IX. Contact Information & Transportation Guide

• Address:

• Yuexiu Campus: No. 19 Nonglinxia Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou (near Dongshankou Station, Metro Line 1);

• Liwan Campus: No. 395 Fangcun Avenue West, Liwan District, Guangzhou (near Huadiwan Station, Metro Line 1).

• Consultation Hotline: 020-61326000 (Main Switchboard); International Medical Department: 020-61326120 (English/Japanese Dedicated Line).

• Transportation Routes:

• Yuexiu Campus: 5-minute walk from Exit C of Dongshankou Station (Metro Line 1); Accessible via bus at “Nonglinxia Road Station” (routes 16, 63, 112, etc.).

• Liwan Campus: 8-minute walk from Exit D of Huadiwan Station (Metro Line 1); Accessible via bus at “Fangcun Avenue West Station” (routes 1, 70, 74, etc.).

Conclusion

Guangdong Pharmaceutical University First Affiliated Hospital, guided by its mission to “Safeguard Life and Health,” leverages its rich historical heritage, top-tier technical teams, and advanced medical equipment to consistently deliver high-quality healthcare services to patients across South China and internationally. Moving forward, the hospital will deepen its commitment to disciplinary development, advance interdisciplinary innovation between medicine and engineering, and steadily progress toward its vision of becoming a modern hospital that is “domestically first-class and internationally renowned.”

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