China Welfare International Peace Maternity and Child Health Center
China Welfare International Peace Maternity and Child Health Center: A National-Level Bastion Guarding the Beginning of Life
I. Hospital Overview
China Welfare International Peace Maternity and Child Health Center is a public specialized hospital for maternal and child health, personally founded in 1952 by Ms. Song Qingling, one of the founders of New China and Honorary President of the People's Republic of China, to “protect the health of women and children.” It is directly affiliated with the China Welfare Foundation (a people's organization established by Ms. Song Qingling). Guided by its founding principle of “international peace,” the hospital has evolved over 70 years into a national-level maternal and child health service center integrating medical care, health preservation, education, and research. It serves as a core member of the medical consortiums affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine and Fudan University Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital (Red House Hospital). The hospital is also among China's first batch of “Grade A Level III Maternal and Child Health Hospitals” and functions as Shanghai's “Critical Pregnant Women Consultation and Rescue Center” and “Newborn Consultation and Rescue Center.” Located at 910 Hengshan Road in Xuhui District, Shanghai, adjacent to the Hengshan-Fuxing Historical and Cultural District, the hospital occupies nearly 50,000 square meters. It offers over 1,200 beds, handles more than 3.5 million outpatient visits annually, and consistently ranks among Shanghai's top facilities for annual deliveries. Serving the Yangtze River Delta region and nationwide, it attracts numerous international families seeking care, establishing itself as a globally recognized “benchmark for maternal and child health.”
II. Technological Advantages: Leading the Frontier in Maternal and Child Health
Guangzhou Women and Children's Hospital has consistently prioritized technological innovation as its core driver, developing multiple “China-leading, internationally advanced” core technologies in obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, and reproductive medicine:
• Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART): As one of China's earliest institutions to perform in vitro fertilization (IVF-ET), the hospital's Reproductive Medicine Center completes over 12,000 ART cycles annually with a stable clinical pregnancy rate exceeding 55% (latest 2025 data). For complex cases involving advanced maternal age, recurrent implantation failure, or genetic carriers, innovative applications such as “Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) combined with embryo selection” and " • Intrauterine Infusion Optimization:
• High-Risk Pregnancy Management: Leveraging Shanghai's Critical Maternal Consultation and Rescue Center, the hospital implements a multidisciplinary team (MDT) model. It develops personalized treatment plans for critical conditions, including pregnancy-associated heart disease, diabetes, hematological disorders, and severe placenta previa. Maternal mortality rates have remained below Shanghai's average for 10 consecutive years (0.002‰ in 2024).
• Fetal Medicine and Intrauterine Therapy: As one of China's first institutions to perform fetal interventions, we execute complex procedures including laser coagulation of placental anastomotic vessels under fetal endoscopy (for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome), radiofrequency ablation for selective reduction, and intrauterine transfusions, saving thousands of high-risk fetuses.
• Minimally Invasive Gynecology & Precision Oncology: Our gynecology team proficiently utilizes Da Vinci surgical robots and single-port laparoscopy to achieve minimally invasive, precision resection of conditions like uterine fibroids, ovarian cancer, and cervical cancer, with 5-year survival rates exceeding 90%. For gynecologic cancers, we integrate genetic testing (e.g., BRCA mutations) with targeted therapies to implement personalized treatment plans.
• Neonatal Critical Care: Equipped with world-class transport incubators, high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) devices, and hypothermia therapy systems, the Neonatal Department achieves over 95% success rates in treating critical conditions, including preterm infants (especially extremely low/very low birth weight infants), neonatal asphyxia, and inborn errors of metabolism. Survival rates for infants born before 28 weeks of gestation exceed 85% (2025 data).
III. Specialized Departments: Comprehensive Care for Maternal and Child Health
The National Maternity and Infant Hospital has established a specialized department system covering the entire life cycle—“pre-marriage, pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum”—and all developmental stages—“fetus, newborn, child, and adolescent.” Core specialty departments include:
• Perinatal Medical Center: Integrates obstetrics, prenatal diagnosis, genetic counseling, and neonatology resources to provide comprehensive pregnancy management. Features “VIP delivery suites” and “LDR integrated delivery rooms” (labor-delivery-recovery in one space), supporting diverse pain relief options including doula-assisted birth, epidural anesthesia, and water birth.
• Gynecologic Oncology Center: Focuses on high-incidence cancers like cervical, ovarian, and endometrial cancers. Implements cutting-edge techniques, including fertility-sparing surgeries and hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC). Collaborates with pathology and imaging departments for multi-omics precision diagnostics, helping patients achieve a balance between treatment, recovery, and fertility preservation.
• Neonatology Department: Divided into three subspecialties—premature infants, full-term infants, and critically ill infants—with a dedicated 24-hour medical team. Implements humanized care models like kangaroo care and family-participation care to reduce complications in premature infants.
• Reproductive Medicine Center: Beyond conventional IVF/ICSI, we prioritize “Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT)” to screen over 200 single-gene disorders and chromosomal abnormalities, enabling families with conditions like thalassemia and spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) to conceive healthy children.
• Pediatric Health Department: Provides comprehensive services from birth to age 18, including growth monitoring, nutritional assessment, early intervention, and psychological/behavioral support. Specialized clinics include “High-Risk Infant Follow-up” and “Autism/ADHD Screening,” enhanced by AI-powered developmental assessment systems for early detection and treatment of growth and developmental issues.
IV. Departmental Structure: Comprehensive Coverage for All Needs
The hospital maintains comprehensive departmental coverage. Beyond the aforementioned specialty units, it encompasses:
• Clinical Departments: Obstetrics (General Obstetrics, High-Risk Obstetrics, Delivery Room), Gynecology (General Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology, Gynecologic Endocrinology), Pediatrics (Neonatology, General Pediatrics, Pediatric Emergency), Breast Surgery, Family Planning, Traditional Chinese Medicine Gynecology/Pediatrics, etc.
• Medical Technology Departments: Prenatal Diagnosis Center (chromosome karyotyping, gene sequencing), Ultrasound Department (fetal cardiac ultrasound, breast ultrasound), Radiology Department (3.0T MRI, mammography), Laboratory Department (high-throughput genetic testing, prenatal screening lab), Pathology Department (gynecologic oncology pathology diagnosis), etc.
• Specialized Service Centers: Postpartum Rehabilitation Center (pelvic floor repair, body contour restoration), Maternity Care Center (medical-grade maternal and infant care), Early Childhood Development Center (sensory integration training, parent-child courses), International Medical Center (dedicated services for international patients), etc.
V. Medical Equipment: World-Class Technology Enabling Precision Diagnosis and Treatment
Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center continuously introduces globally leading medical equipment to provide robust support for clinical diagnosis and treatment:
• Imaging Diagnostics: Equipped with GE Signa PET/MR (Positron Emission Tomography-Magnetic Resonance Imaging), Philips Ingenia 3.0T MRI (for fetal brain development assessment), Siemens SOMATOM Force Dual-Source CT (low-radiation obstetric examinations), etc.
• Surgery and Treatment: German Karl Storz laparoscopic/hysteroscopic systems, American Intuitive Surgical Da Vinci Xi surgical robot (for gynecologic oncology and pelvic floor reconstruction), Danish Medtronic fetal monitors (real-time fetal heart rate monitoring).
• Neonatal Critical Care:
German Dräger Babylog VN500 neonatal ventilator (supports high-frequency oscillatory ventilation), American Masimo transcutaneous oxygen monitor (non-invasive neonatal blood oxygen monitoring).
• Assisted Reproductive Technology:
Japanese ASTEC IVF workstation (fully automated embryo culture), American Illumina NovaSeq 6000 gene sequencer (PGT testing).
VI. International Patient Services: A Global Healthcare Experience
As one of Shanghai's first “International Medical Tourism Pilot Institutions,” Shanghai International Women's and Children's Hospital provides comprehensive, multilingual, high-quality services for international patients:
• Multilingual Support: Equipped with interpreters for 10 languages, including English, Japanese, Korean, and French (including dedicated medical translators). Bilingual guidance is provided throughout outpatient visits, examinations, and hospital stays. Key signage (e.g., department signs, test forms) is displayed in both Chinese and English.
• Dedicated International Services: Established an “International Medical Department” with separate international outpatient zones (private consultation rooms, comfortable waiting areas) and international wards (single rooms/suites with private bathrooms and satellite TV). Extended services include visa assistance, flight booking, and hotel coordination.
• Direct Billing for International Insurance: Partnering with global insurers including MSH (Mitsui Sumitomo Health), Cigna, and Aetna, we facilitate direct settlement for outpatient and inpatient expenses, streamlining payment processes for patients.
• Cross-border medical collaboration: Established telemedicine consultation mechanisms with Johns Hopkins Hospital (USA), King's College Hospital (UK), and KK Women's and Children's Hospital (Singapore). Complex cases can connect with overseas specialists in real-time via 5G technology.
• Cultural Adaptation Services: Customized dietary options, including halal and vegetarian meals, are provided, respecting diverse religious customs (e.g., prayer rooms, religious holiday observances). All nurses undergo cross-cultural communication training.
VII. International Patient Testimonials: “A Perfect Blend of Professionalism and Warmth”
• Emily (32, U.S., successful IVF): “The doctors here were incredibly patient. My embryo transfer plan was adjusted three times, and each time the doctor explained the reasons thoroughly in English. The delivery room felt like home. Nurses taught me how to hold and breastfeed my baby, and upon discharge, they gave me a handbook on breast milk storage.”
• Japanese patients Mr. and Mrs. Yamada (premature twins): “Our babies weighed only 1.2 kg at birth. After transfer to the NICU, doctors emailed daily updates with photos showing weight and feeding progress. Nurses taught us kangaroo care. Now at 6 months, the babies are thriving!”
• French patient Sophie (post-gynecological tumor surgery): “The Da Vinci robotic surgery resulted in minimal bleeding, and I was able to get out of bed the day after surgery. My surgeon discussed the pathology report with me in French and even helped arrange follow-up appointments with oncology specialists in Paris—truly thoughtful!”
VIII. Contact Information, Address, and Transportation Routes
• Hospital Address: 910 Hengshan Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai (near South Urumqi Road)
• Consultation Hotline: 021-64070434 (Main Switchboard); 021-64075320 (International Medical Department); 021-64070434 ext. 120 (Emergency)
Transportation Routes:
• Subway: Exit 1 at Hengshan Road Station (Lines 1/9/11), approximately 5 minutes' walk;
• Bus: Route 926 (Hengshan Road-Fuxing Middle Road Station), Route 920 (Hengshan Road-Gao'an Road Station), Route 42 (Hengshan Road-Wanping Road Station);
• Driving: Hospital underground parking available (entrance on east side of 910 Hengshan Road). Arrive early on weekdays (before 8:00 AM) to avoid congestion.
• Airport/High-Speed Rail Station:
• Pudong International Airport: Take Metro Line 2 → Transfer to Line 16 at Longyang Road Station → Transfer to Line 11 at Luoshan Road Station → Hengshan Road Station (approx. 1.5 hours);
• Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport/Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station: Take Metro Line 2 → Transfer at Jing'an Temple Station to Line 7 → Transfer at Changshu Road Station to Line 1 → Hengshan Road Station (approx. 40 minutes);
• Shanghai Railway Station: Take Metro Line 1 → Hengshan Road Station (approx. 20 minutes).
Summary
From its humble beginnings in 1952 with just a few cottages to today's modern maternal and child health center, China Welfare International Peace Maternity and Child Health Center has consistently upheld its mission of “Safeguarding the Beginning of Life, Promoting Human Health.” With both expertise and compassion, it embodies the responsibility and commitment expected of a national institution. Whether for local families or international patients, this center remains the warmest harbor where life begins.
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