Huashan Hospital of Fudan University

Huashan Hospital of Fudan University: A Century of Legacy · Excellence in Healthcare · A Global Health Fortress

I. Hospital Profile

Huashan Hospital of Fudan University (referred to as “Huashan Hospital”) was founded in 1907 as the “General Hospital of the Chinese Red Cross Society.” It stands as one of the birthplaces of China's Red Cross movement and ranks among Shanghai's—and indeed China's—most venerable modern medical centers. As a Grade A tertiary general hospital directly affiliated with Fudan University and a large public hospital under the National Health Commission, Huashan Hospital upholds the motto “Integrity, Scholarship, Rigour, Innovation.” Through a century of development, it has evolved into a leading domestic and internationally renowned modern medical center integrating medical care, teaching, research, prevention, health preservation, and rehabilitation.

Currently, Huashan Hospital operates across four campuses: the Main Campus (12 Urumqi Middle Road, Jing'an District), East Campus (525 Hongfeng Road, Pudong New Area), Hongqiao Campus (958 Jinguang Road, Minhang District), and North Campus (108 Luxiang Road, Baoshan District). With over 4,000 open beds and an annual outpatient and emergency volume exceeding 5 million visits, the hospital covers all disciplines, including internal medicine, surgery, specialty care, emergency services, and rehabilitation. Its comprehensive service capabilities consistently rank among the top 100 hospitals nationwide.

II. Technological Advantages: Innovation-Driven Leadership at the Industry Frontier

With “treatment of complex and critical illnesses” as its core competency, Huashan Hospital leverages multidisciplinary team (MDT) collaboration and cutting-edge technological breakthroughs to achieve internationally leading standards in multiple fields:

• Neuroscience: The neurosurgery department performs over 15,000 surgeries annually, covering high-complexity areas such as brain gliomas, cerebral aneurysms, and functional neurosurgery (e.g., DBS for Parkinson's disease, epilepsy surgery), with success rates reaching internationally advanced levels. The neurology department maintains domestic benchmark standards in the diagnosis and treatment of cerebrovascular diseases (acute cerebral infarction, thrombolysis/thrombectomy), Alzheimer's disease, and myasthenia gravis.

• Precision Medicine: The Cancer Center offers personalized treatment plans including tumor genetic testing, immunotherapy (PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitors), and CAR-T cell therapy. Dermatology employs gene sequencing for precise diagnosis of rare skin disorders (e.g., hereditary epidermolysis bullosa).

• Organ Transplantation and Regenerative Medicine: The General Surgery Department performs liver and kidney transplants with a 5-year survival rate exceeding 85%. The Hand Surgery Department holds “world records” in replantation of severed fingers/limbs and peripheral nerve repair (e.g., the youngest patient for single-finger replantation was only 6 months old).

• Critical Care Medicine: The Emergency Medicine Department utilizes advanced equipment,t including ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), achieving a success rate exceeding 92% in treating severe trauma, sepsis, and other critical emergencies.

III. Hospital's Leading Specialties: National Key Disciplines as the “Gold Standard”

Huashan Hospital hosts 1 National Clinical Medical Research Center (Neurological Diseases), 7 National Key Disciplines, and 18 National Key Clinical Specialties. Core specialty strengths include:

• Neurosurgery: Ranked first in the “Fudan China Hospital Specialty Rankings” for 13 consecutive years. Specializes in complex brain tumors (e.g., gliomas, meningiomas), cerebrovascular diseases (aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations), functional neurosurgery (Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, hemifacial spasm), and spinal cord disorders.

• Dermatology: As the birthplace of Western dermatology in China, it treats skin tumors, autoimmune skin diseases (e.g., lupus erythematosus), and genetic skin disorders. Pioneered the integrated “Chinese-Western medicine + phototherapy” approach for managing chronic conditions like psoriasis and vitiligo.

• Infectious Diseases: Nationally leading in treating viral hepatitis (HBV, HCV), HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and emerging infectious diseases (e.g., COVID-19), with participation in developing multiple national clinical guidelines.

• Hand Surgery: Globally renowned for “replantation of severed limbs” and “brachial plexus repair” techniques, having performed world-first procedures like microsurgical decompression for thoracic outlet syndrome.

• Sports Medicine: Specializes in arthroscopic minimally invasive techniques, ranking among China's top centers for volume and success rates in knee cruciate ligament reconstruction and rotator cuff repair surgeries.

IV. Hospital Departments: Comprehensive Coverage to Meet Diverse Needs

Beyond its specialized strengths, Huashan Hospital has established a complete disciplinary system covering full-lifecycle health management:

• Internal Medicine System: Cardiovascular Medicine (coronary intervention, radiofrequency ablation for arrhythmia), Gastroenterology (endoscopic early cancer resection, ERCP), Respiratory Medicine (precision lung cancer treatment, pulmonary fibrosis), etc.;

• Surgical System: General Surgery (hepatobiliary-pancreatic tumors, gastrointestinal tumors), Urology (radical prostatectomy, laparoscopic surgery), Orthopedics (joint replacement, minimally invasive spine surgery), etc.;

• Specialty & Emergency Services: Obstetrics & Gynecology (high-risk pregnancy management, assisted reproductive technology), Pediatrics (childhood neurodevelopmental disorders), Ophthalmology (phacoemulsification cataract surgery, myopia correction), Otolaryngology (snoring treatment, ear microsurgery), Rehabilitation Medicine (neurological rehabilitation, postoperative functional restoration), etc.;

• Medical Technology Support: Radiology (3.0T MRI, PET-CT precision diagnostics), Pathology (molecular pathology testing), Laboratory Medicine (high-throughput gene sequencing), providing comprehensive “one-stop” technical support for clinical practice.

V. Medical Equipment: World-Class Technology Empowering Precision Medicine

Huashan Hospital continuously introduces globally leading medical equipment to ensure robust hardware support for complex and critical care:

• Imaging Diagnostics: Equipped with 3.0T MRI, Dual-Source CT, PET-MR (Positron Emission Tomography-Magnetic Resonance Fusion Imaging), and Intraoperative MRI to achieve precise localization of early-stage tumors and minute neurological lesions.

• Surgery and Therapy: The Da Vinci Surgical System (Xi) for minimally invasive procedures in urology and general surgery; neuro navigation systems (e.g., Medtronic StealthStation) for brain tumor and spinal surgeries; interventional equipment (DSA digital subtraction angiography) supporting cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, and oncological interventions.

• Critical Care and Emergency: ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation), intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) machines provide life support for critically ill and emergency patients.

VI. International Patient Services: Convenient, Professional, and Caring Global Healthcare

As a designated institution for international medical services in Shanghai, Huashan Hospital is committed to providing seamless, end-to-end services for international patients:

• Multilingual Support: Professional interpreters fluent in English, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and other languages are available in outpatient clinics and inpatient departments. Physicians in certain departments (e.g., Neurosurgery, Dermatology) can communicate in basic English. A 24-hour multilingual hotline is available (+86-21-52889999 ext. International Department).

• International Medical Department (VIP Services): Dedicated private rooms (including double and single occupancy), bilingual nursing stations, and customized dietary services; priority outpatient appointments (“green channel” for specialist consultations within 48 hours) and full hospitalization assistance.

• Visa and Insurance Assistance: Visa extension consultation for foreign patients requiring long-term treatment; direct settlement support with international insurance providers (e.g., MSH, Cigna).

• Cultural Adaptation Services: Dedicated religious activity rooms (Christianity, Buddhism, etc.), multilingual wayfinding signage; regular “International Patient Health Lectures” (English/Japanese) promoting disease prevention knowledge.

VII. International Patient Testimonials: “World-Class Expertise, Heartfelt Care”

• John (U.S., post-neurosurgery): “My brain glioma surgery at Huashan Hospital amazed me with the surgeon's precision! The post-op team followed up daily in English, even adjusting my diet to my preferences. This place feels more human than some major U.S. hospitals.”

• Japanese Patient Yuki (Dermatology Treatment): “I've suffered from psoriasis for 10 years, with no relief from various medications in Japan. Huashan Hospital's dermatology experts identified the cause through genetic testing and customized a Chinese herbal medicine + phototherapy regimen. My symptoms significantly improved within 3 months. The medical staff patiently explained each treatment step, giving me great peace of mind.”

• Middle Eastern Patient Ahmed (Hand Surgery Replantation): " My right index finger was severed at work. I came to Huashan Hospital as a last resort. The hand surgery team completed the 12-hour replantation surgery, and now my finger function has recovered remarkably well! The hospital environment is clean and tidy, and the International Department's translators resolved all my communication issues."

VIII. Contact Information and Address

• Main Campus: No. 12 Middle Urumqi Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai (near Huashan Road)

Tel: 021-52889999 (Main Switchboard); International Medical Department: 021-52888120

• East Campus: 525 Hongfeng Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai (near Mingyue Road)

Tel: 021-38719999 (Main Switchboard)

• Hongqiao Campus: 958 Jinguang Road, Minhang District, Shanghai (near Lianyou Road)

Tel: 021-54601999 (Main Switchboard)

• North Campus: 108 Luxiang Road, Baoshan District, Shanghai (near Gucun Park)

Tel: 021-66895999 (Main Switchboard)

From its origins as the Red Cross General Hospital in 1907 to its current status as a “Double First-Class” medical center, Huashan Hospital has consistently upheld its mission of “safeguarding life and health.” Leveraging a century of accumulated expertise, talent, and equipment, it provides “Chinese solutions” to patients worldwide. Whether tackling complex critical illnesses or delivering international medical services, Huashan Hospital is embracing an open approach to become a vital health bridge connecting China and the world.

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