The Second People's Hospital of Futian District

I. Hospital Profile

The Second People's Hospital of Futian District is a public general hospital under Futian District, Shenzhen. Founded in 1985, it has evolved over nearly four decades into a regional medical hub integrating medical care, teaching, research, prevention, and health preservation. Guided by its mission of “Compassionate Care, Skillful Treatment, Safeguarding Health,” the hospital serves over 800,000 residents in western Futian, extending its reach to central Shenzhen and surrounding areas. It stands as the leading institution within Futian District's primary healthcare network. It serves as a teaching hospital for higher medical institutions in Guangdong Province, as well as an internship base for Shenzhen University's School of Medicine.

II. Technical Strengths

The Second People's Hospital of Futian District adheres to a “technology-driven” approach, significantly increasing investments in recent years to establish distinct advantages in three key areas: minimally invasive diagnostics and treatment, critical care for acute and severe conditions, and precision management of chronic diseases.

• Minimally Invasive Techniques: Comprehensive implementation of laparoscopic, hysteroscopic, and percutaneous nephroscopic procedures across general surgery, gynecology, and urology. Annual surgical volume exceeds 2,000 cases, offering minimal trauma, rapid recovery, and 98% patient satisfaction.

• Critical Care: The Emergency Department is equipped with advanced devices, including ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) and bedside continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). It has established three major emergency systems: the  Chest Pain Center, Stroke Center, and Trauma Center. The D-to-B time (door-to-balloon time) for acute myocardial infarction has been reduced to under 60 minutes, meeting tertiary hospital standards.

• Chronic Disease Management: Addressing Futian District's aging population, the Endocrinology and Cardiology Departments collaborate with community health centers to implement an integrated “hospital-community-home” management model. Over 90% of hypertension and diabetes patients receive standardized care.

III. Hospital's Leading Specialties

Guided by the development principle of “strengthening specialties while maintaining comprehensive care,” the hospital has established five regionally renowned specialties:

1. Cardiology: A district-level key specialty performing coronary angiography, stent implantation, and pacemaker placement. Annual interventional procedures exceed 800 cases, with particular expertise in treating complex coronary lesions in elderly patients.

2. Orthopedics: Specializes in joint replacement (hip/knee), endoscopic spine surgery, and sports injury rehabilitation. Collaborates with The University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital to establish a “Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Surgery Training Base.”

3. Obstetrics and Gynecology: Offers high-risk pregnancy clinics and a postpartum rehabilitation center. Achieves an 85% rate of painless delivery. A neonatal emergency team maintains 24-hour readiness to ensure maternal and infant safety.

4. Rehabilitation Medicine: Focuses on neurological rehabilitation and post-surgical orthopedic recovery. Utilizes advanced equipment, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and robot-assisted rehabilitation to accelerate functional restoration for stroke and fracture patients.

5. Pediatrics: Provides integrated Chinese and Western medicine for common pediatric respiratory and digestive disorders, as well as growth retardation. Offers “Night Clinic” services to address parents' healthcare challenges.

IV. Hospital Department Structure

The hospital maintains comprehensive departments covering the entire life cycle, including:

• Clinical Departments: Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Cardiology, Neurology, Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Orthopedics, General Surgery, Urology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Rehabilitation Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, and Dentistry.

• Medical Technology Departments: Medical Laboratory Center (including PCR laboratory), Medical Imaging Center (MRI, CT, DSA), Ultrasound Department, Electrocardiography Room, Pathology Department, Pharmacy Department, Central Sterile Supply Department.

V. Advanced Medical Equipment

The hospital is equipped with a range of cutting-edge international devices to support precise diagnosis and treatment:

• Imaging: 1.5T Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), 64-slice spiral CT, Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) system, Digital Mammography (Mo-ray).

• Therapeutic: Olympus 4K laparoscopic system, hysteroscopic system, ultrasonic scalpel, holmium laser lithotripter, ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation).

• Diagnostic: Fully automated biochemical and immunological analysis line, chemiluminescent immunoassay analyzer, gene sequencer (for early tumor screening and genetic disease diagnosis).

VI. Hospital Nature and Grade

• Nature: Public non-profit medical institution under the jurisdiction of Futian District Health Bureau, Shenzhen.

• Grade: Grade II Class A General Hospital (accredited in 2022), actively pursuing designation as a Grade III General Hospital.

VII. International Patient Services

In response to Shenzhen's accelerating internationalization, the Second People's Hospital of Futian District has launched the “International Medical Care Initiative”:

• Multilingual Support: Services available in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. Dedicated interpreter staff for key departments. The English appointment platform is operational.

• Direct Billing for International Insurance: Contracts with over 20 global commercial insurers (e.g., Aetna, Allianz), enabling direct cost settlement.

• Dedicated International Access: Features an International Medical Center offering one-stop services (registration, testing, medication pickup, follow-ups) with a separate waiting area.

• Cultural Adaptation: Respects diverse cultural needs, including halal meals and religious practice assistance.

VIII. Medical Rankings and Recognition

• Domestic Rankings: Recognized as a “Grade A Primary Healthcare Service Provider in Shenzhen” for three consecutive years. Cardiovascular Medicine and Orthopedics ranked among the “Top 10 Specialties in Shenzhen District Hospitals.”

• International Accreditation: JCI-accredited (Joint Commission International). Established telemedicine collaborations with Johns Hopkins Hospital (USA) and Singapore General Hospital.

• Patient Feedback: In the official Shenzhen Health Commission satisfaction survey, overall satisfaction has exceeded 95% for five consecutive years. International patients from the U.S., Canada, and Southeast Asia consistently praise “reliable techniques and attentive communication.”

IX. International Patient Testimonials

• " As a cardiovascular patient from Canada, I found the interventional procedures here exceptionally precise. Nurses explained my condition in English throughout my stay, and post-discharge recovery was monitored via email follow-ups—truly reassuring." —Mr. John Smith

• “Visiting the pediatric department, the doctor patiently comforted my crying child. Traditional Chinese massage proved remarkably effective for my child's indigestion, and costs were half that of private hospitals!” —Mrs. Lee (Singaporean)

10. Contact Information, Address, and Transportation Routes

• Hospital Address: 123 Meigang Road, Futian District, Shenzhen (near the east side of Yinhu Mountain Country Park).

• Transportation Routes:

• Subway: Exit C from Nigao Station (Line 9), approximately 10 minutes on foot; or Exit B from Ma Ling Station (Line 2), then transfer to Bus M474.

• Bus: Take routes M240, M358, or M460 to “Futian Second People's Hospital Station”; or routes N9 or 123 to “Meigang South Street Station”.

• Driving: The hospital features an underground parking garage (Fee: ¥10 for the first 2 hours, ¥5 per hour thereafter). Public parking spaces are available along Meigang Road and Nigao West Road.

Conclusion

Guided by the principles of “advanced technology, superior service, and public welfare,” The Second People's Hospital of Futian District serves not only as the “health guardian” for Futian residents but also embraces international standards with an open mindset. It stands as a modern medical landmark along Shenzhen's central axis, combining warmth with strength. Moving forward, the hospital will continue enhancing its comprehensive capabilities to provide higher-quality, more accessible healthcare services for residents across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

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