First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University

First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University: The “National Treasure” of South China's Medical Flagship

I. Hospital Overview

First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University is a Grade A tertiary general hospital integrating medical care, teaching, research, and prevention. Affiliated with Sun Yat-sen University, it stands as a large-scale modern hospital directly under the National Health Commission. Traced back to the “Guangdong Public Medical School Affiliated Hospital” established in 1910, the institution has evolved over a century into a pivotal hub for healthcare, education, and research in South China. It has consistently ranked among the top five in the Fudan University China Hospital Rankings for multiple years and spearheaded the development of the “National Medical Center (South China)” and “National Regional Medical Center (South China).” It is widely recognized as the “Navigator of Healthcare in South China.”

The hospital currently operates three major campuses: Yuexiu Campus (main campus), East Campus (Huangpu Campus), and Nansha Campus. With a total floor area exceeding 1.3 million square meters, it offers over 6,000 open beds, handles more than 12 million outpatient and emergency visits annually, and performs over 150,000 surgeries per year (with complex Level III and IV surgeries accounting for over 60%). With over 13,000 staff members, including more than 2,500 senior professionals, the hospital boasts eight academicians holding dual appointments, 23 recipients of the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars, and 18 Changjiang Scholars. This forms a top-tier talent pool characterized by “academicians leading, distinguished young scholars supporting, and emerging young talents flourishing.”

As a National Center for Critical and Complex Disease Treatment, the hospital maintains internationally leading standards in organ transplantation, neurological disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and critical care medicine. Multiple technologies have filled domestic gaps, making it the designated “Foreign Medical Services Hospital” and the base institution for the “National Emergency Medical Rescue Team” by the National Health Commission.

II. Technological Advantages: The “South China Engine” for Cutting-Edge Innovation and Complex Challenges

Guided by the principle of “clinical demand-driven, innovation-powered development,” First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University has achieved global influence in organ transplantation, minimally invasive surgery, precision medicine, and critical care:

• Organ Transplantation: A “Chinese Benchmark”

The General Surgery Liver Transplant Center was among China's earliest institutions to perform liver transplants, with an annual volume exceeding 800 cases (2023 data), ranking among the top three nationally for 15 consecutive years. Its pancreatic transplantation and split liver transplantation techniques are internationally leading. The hospital successfully performed Asia's first “cross-blood-type liver transplant” and “in-situ auxiliary liver transplant,” achieving a 5-year patient survival rate of 82% (exceeding the international average).

• Precision Breakthroughs in Neurological Medicine:

Neurosurgery performs high-complexity procedures, including “dense mesh stenting for complex aneurysms” and “microsurgical resection of brainstem tumors,” with over 3,000 surgeries annually. The mortality rate for brainstem tumor surgeries remains below 1%. Neurology maintains domestic leadership in “endovascular thrombectomy for acute cerebral infarction” and “DBS surgery for Parkinson's disease,” reducing door-to-needle time (DNT) to 18 minutes—meeting international gold standards.

• Critical Care Medicine: The Lifeline

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU), designated as a National Key Clinical Specialty, is equipped with ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation), high-frequency oscillatory ventilation, and bedside continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). It admits over 12,000 critically ill patients annually, achieving a success rate exceeding 85% in treating severe trauma, septic shock, ARDS, and other life-threatening conditions. It is hailed as “the final destination for critically ill patients in South China.”

• Pioneer in Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery:

The department utilizes the Da Vinci Xi surgical robot (applied in urology, general surgery, thoracic surgery, etc.), performing over 2,000 procedures annually. The urology division offers “robot-assisted radical prostatectomy” with a postoperative urinary incontinence rate <5%. The general surgery division performs “robot-assisted radical gastrectomy/colorectal resection,” achieving lymph node dissection counts meeting international standards (≥20 nodes).

• Precision Medicine “Innovation Hub”:

Leveraging platforms including the “State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China” (co-established with the Cancer Center of Sun Yat-sen University) and the “Guangdong Precision Medicine Application Association,” the hospital delivers precision diagnostics and targeted therapies for cancers (e.g., nasopharyngeal carcinoma, hepatocellular carcinoma) and genetic disorders (e.g., thalassemia). Annual tumor gene sequencing exceeds 10,000 cases, with multiple research findings published in top-tier journals including The New England Journal of Medicine and Nature Medicine.

III. Leading Specialties: The “Cluster Effect” of National Key Clinical Specialties

The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University boasts 32 National Key Clinical Specialties (ranking second among all hospitals nationwide), covering all fields including internal medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, and pediatrics. This forms a disciplinary matrix characterized by “strong specialties and comprehensive excellence”:

• General Surgery: A National Key Clinical Specialty and National Key Discipline, encompassing subspecialties such as liver transplantation, pancreatic surgery, and gastrointestinal surgery. It excels in surgical treatment for complex liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, and gastrointestinal tumors. Its “Comprehensive Treatment for Liver Cancer” program received the Second Prize of the National Science and Technology Progress Award.

• Neurology: National Key Clinical Specialty focusing on cerebrovascular diseases (National Advanced Stroke Center), epilepsy (National Epilepsy Center), and Parkinson's disease (National Core Parkinson's Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Center). Treats over 100,000 cerebrovascular patients annually, with acute ischemic stroke intravenous thrombolysis rates ranking among the nation's highest.

• Cardiovascular Medicine: A National Key Clinical Specialty, it performs cutting-edge procedures including Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) and interventional treatments for complex coronary artery disease. With over 8,000 interventional procedures annually, its coronary intervention success rate reaches 99%.

• Nephrology: A National Key Clinical Specialty, its Hemodialysis Center houses over 300 dialysis machines, performing more than 100,000 dialysis sessions annually. It employs techniques like “High-Flux Hemodialysis” and “Plasmapheresis,” demonstrating significant efficacy in treating conditions such as uremia and lupus nephritis.

• Critical Care Medicine: A National Key Clinical Specialty, it operates the largest ICU cluster in South China, covering surgical, medical, and emergency sub-critical care units. It rescues over 3,000 patients with multiple organ failure annually.

• Emergency Medicine Department: A National Key Clinical Specialty, it operates 24/7 “Chest Pain Centers,” “Stroke Centers,” and “Trauma Centers.” The door-to-balloon time for acute myocardial infarction patients has been reduced to 60 minutes, with a success rate exceeding 90% for severe trauma patients.

IV. Comprehensive Departmental Setup: Holistic Services Covering the Entire Lifecycle

Beyond its flagship specialties, First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University operates over 40 clinical and medical technology departments to address the full spectrum of patient needs from prevention to rehabilitation:

• Critical Care: Emergency Department (24/7), Critical Care Medicine (ICU/CCU/EICU), Emergency Trauma Center (one of China's first Advanced Trauma Centers).

• Surgical Departments: General Surgery (Hepatobiliary Pancreatic, Gastrointestinal, Thyroid & Breast), Orthopedics (Joint Replacement, Minimally Invasive Sports Injuries), Urology (Robotic Surgery, Radical Prostatectomy), Thoracic Surgery (Minimally Invasive Lung/Esophageal Cancer), Neurosurgery (Brain Tumors, Cerebrovascular Diseases), etc.

• Internal Medicine System: Cardiovascular Medicine (coronary heart disease, arrhythmia), Respiratory Medicine (pulmonary nodules, respiratory failure), Gastroenterology (early cancer screening via endoscopy, inflammatory bowel disease), Endocrinology (diabetes, thyroid disorders), Hematology (leukemia, lymphoma), etc.

• Women's and Children's Health: Obstetrics and Gynecology (high-risk pregnancy management, assisted reproductive technology), Pediatrics (neonatal intensive care, pediatric respiratory medicine), Pediatric Neurology (pediatric epilepsy, developmental disorders), Reproductive Medicine Center (annual IVF cycles exceeding 5,000).

• Specialized Clinics: Ophthalmology (phacoemulsification cataract surgery, femtosecond laser vision correction), Otolaryngology (cochlear implant surgery, snoring treatment), Dentistry (dental implants, invisible orthodontics), Dermatology (psoriasis biologic therapy, comprehensive acne management), etc.

• Rehabilitation & Medical Technology: Rehabilitation Medicine (neurological rehabilitation, orthopedic rehabilitation), Anesthesiology (visualized anesthesia, pain-free gastrointestinal endoscopy), Radiology (3.0T/7.0T MRI, 256-slice CT), Laboratory Medicine (fully automated workflow + molecular diagnostics), Pathology (digital pathology diagnosis), etc.

V. Advanced Medical Equipment: World-Class Devices Empowering Precision Diagnosis and Treatment

The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University continuously introduces globally leading medical equipment to provide hardware support for complex critical conditions and cutting-edge technologies:

• Surgical & Robotic Systems: Da Vinci Xi Surgical Robot (urology, general surgery, thoracic surgery), Stryker Mako Joint Replacement Robot (precision orthopedic surgery), ROSA Neurosurgery Robot (deep brain electrode implantation).

• Imaging Diagnostics: Siemens Magnetom Vida 3.0T MRI (high-definition imaging of neurological and musculoskeletal systems), GE Revolution 256-slice spiral CT (low-dose early-stage lung cancer screening), Philips Biograph Vision PET-CT (precision tumor staging).

• Therapeutic and Diagnostic Equipment: Varian Trilogy Linear Accelerator (precision radiation therapy for tumors), Fresenius hemodialysis machines (chronic kidney disease management), Roche Cobas 8000 fully automated biochemical and immunoassay analyzer (rapid and precise testing), Illumina NovaSeq 6000 gene sequencer (tumor gene testing, genetic disease diagnosis).

• Critical Care and Emergency: Medtronic ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation), Draeger ventilators (critical respiratory support), and the Blood Purification Center (CRRT, continuous renal replacement therapy).

VI. International Patient Services: Global Healthcare with “Chinese Warmth”

As the premier gateway for international healthcare in South China, First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University provides “end-to-end, multilingual, personalized” services for foreign patients and those requiring international medical care:

• Multilingual and Cultural Adaptation:

Professional interpreters fluent in English, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Spanish, and other languages (including clinical terminology) accompany outpatient visits, examinations, and hospital stays. Patient rooms feature internationally compatible appliances (microwave, refrigerator), multi-faith prayer rooms, and nutritionally balanced meals tailored to diverse dietary requirements (halal, vegetarian, hypoallergenic, etc.).

• Streamlined Access:

International patients may book appointments online via our official website/WeChat account (response within 24 hours) or call our dedicated hotline (+86-20-28823388) for priority scheduling of specialist consultations, examinations, and surgeries. We provide one-stop documentation services (including medical record translation and insurance paperwork preparation).

• Direct Billing with International Insurance:

Collaborates with over 40 global health insurers (e.g., MSH, Cigna, Aetna, BUPA) to facilitate direct payment for inpatient and outpatient costs, streamlining claims processing. Self-pay patients receive transparent cost breakdowns and installment payment options.

• Visa and Accommodation Assistance:

For foreign patients requiring long-term treatment, we facilitate visa extensions, recommend accommodations (hospital-partnered hotels), and arrange transportation services. We also coordinate translation of legal documents (e.g., notarized birth certificates, marriage certificates).

• Comprehensive Health Management:

Establish electronic health records accessible anytime via our app. Provide post-discharge follow-ups (phone/email), rehabilitation guidance, and health seminars (e.g., chronic disease management, vaccination programs).

VII. International Patient Testimonials: “Masterful Technique, Thoughtful Care”

• John (62, prostate cancer, USA): “Flying from New York to Guangzhou, the urologist thoroughly explained the Da Vinci robotic surgery plan in English. I was discharged just one week post-op. The doctor even taught me to use WeChat for follow-ups—this level of convenience exceeded my expectations!”

• Japanese Patient Yumiko (45, Acute Cerebral Infarction): “After suffering a stroke in the early hours, it took only 35 minutes from admission to undergoing a thrombectomy. The neurologist provided daily recovery updates in Japanese, and nurses guided me through rehabilitation exercises. Now my right hand has regained full function!”

• Malaysian patient Mr. Chen (58, liver cancer): “The liver transplant team performed a highly complex surgery using the Da Vinci robot. My postoperative recovery has been exceptionally smooth. The hospital also helped arrange direct insurance payment, saving me significant hassle. My sincere gratitude!”

VIII. Contact Information, Address, and Transportation Routes for First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University

• Main Campus (Yuexiu Campus) Address: No. 58 Zhongshan 2nd Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou (near Martyrs' Cemetery Station, Metro Line 1).

• East Campus (Huangpu Campus) Address: No. 183 Huangpu East Road, Huangpu District, Guangzhou (near Dasha Di Station, Metro Line 5).

• Nansha Campus Address: Hengli Middle Road, Mingzhu Bay Start-up Zone, Hengli Town, Nansha District, Guangzhou (near Hengli Station, Metro Line 18; newly opened smart hospital in 2023).

Contact Numbers:

• Main Switchboard (Yuexiu Campus): +86-20-28823388

• International Medical Department: +86-20-28823388 (ext. International Patient Services)

• Appointment Hotline: +86-20-114 (24/7), +86-20-28823388 (Weekdays 8:00-17:00).

Transportation Routes:

• Yuexiu Campus:

• Subway: Exit D at Martyrs' Cemetery Station (Line 1), approximately 5-minute walk;

• Bus: Take routes 1, 16, 18, 22, 40, 45, 50, 102, 107, 108, etc., and get off at Zhongshan Medical Station.

• East Campus (Huangpu Campus):

• Subway: Exit A at Dashadi Station (Line 5), then walk for about 10 minutes;

• Bus: Take routes 431, 433, 438, 516, 566, 943, etc., and get off at Huangpu Hospital Station.

• Nansha Campus:

• Subway: Exit A at Hengli Station (Line 18), then walk approximately 5 minutes;

• Driving: Navigate to “First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University Nansha Campus.” The hospital features an underground parking garage (fee applies).

First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University upholds the motto “Healing the Body, Healing the Mind, Healing with Integrity; Pursuing Truth, Excellence, and Innovation.” It serves not only as a beacon for treating complex and critical illnesses in South China but also as a bridge connecting Chinese and global healthcare. Whether you are a patient seeking cutting-edge treatments for challenging conditions or an international visitor requiring global-standard services, our institution will safeguard your health throughout your journey with top-tier expertise and compassionate care.

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