Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University

Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University: A Core Hub for Complex Disease Diagnosis and Treatment and Medical Innovation in South China

I. Hospital Overview

Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University is a Grade A tertiary general hospital directly under the National Health Commission and affiliated with Sun Yat-sen University. It serves as a large modern hospital group integrating medical care, teaching, research, prevention, and health preservation. Founded in 1971 as the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen Medical College, it adopted its current name in 2001. The hospital now operates three core campuses—Tianhe (main campus), Yuedong, and Zhaoqing—forming a coordinated “one hospital, three campuses” development model that serves the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and surrounding provinces.

As of 2024, the hospital maintains over 6,000 open beds, handles more than 12 million outpatient and emergency visits annually, discharges over 250,000 patients yearly, and performs more than 150,000 surgical procedures. With over 7,000 staff members, including more than 1,200 senior-level experts, the hospital boasts top-tier talent such as dual-appointed academicians, National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars recipients, and Changjiang Scholars. This has fostered a high-caliber medical team characterized by multidisciplinary integration and a balanced emphasis on clinical practice and research.

II. Technological Advantages: Focusing on Cutting-Edge Innovation to Lead Regional Healthcare

Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University positions “capacity for diagnosing and treating complex and critical illnesses” as its core competency, establishing nationally and internationally leading technical advantages across multiple fields:

1. Precision Medicine and Translational Medicine: Leveraging platforms such as the State Key Laboratory of Liver Disease Biotherapy and the Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Viral Hepatitis Research, the hospital maintains international leadership in comprehensive management of the hepatitis-cirrhosis-liver cancer continuum, gene editing therapies, and cell therapies (e.g., CAR-T).

2. Organ Transplantation and Minimally Invasive Surgery: Liver transplantation techniques consistently rank among the top five nationally. In 2023, over 800 liver transplants were performed, with pediatric liver transplant success rates exceeding 95%. The Da Vinci surgical robot system handles over 3,000 procedures annually, spanning hepatobiliary, gastrointestinal, and urological disciplines.

3. Neuroscience and Brain Science: The Department of Neurology is a National Key Clinical Specialty, leading in Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and stroke treatment (intravenous thrombolysis/thrombectomy). The Department of Neurosurgery performs complex brain tumor and cerebrovascular intervention surgeries, exceeding 5,000 procedures annually.

4. Infectious and Immunological Diseases: As a core unit of the National Clinical Research Center for Infectious Diseases, it plays a pivotal role in treating emerging infectious diseases like COVID-19, dengue fever, and tuberculosis. Individualized therapies for autoimmune liver diseases and systemic lupus erythematosus rank among the nation's best.

5. Imaging and Interventional Diagnostics & Therapy: Equipped with world-leading 3.0T MRI, PET-CT, and digital subtraction angiography (DSA) systems, the hospital performs cutting-edge procedures including precision screening for early-stage liver cancer, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular interventions, and tumor ablation.

III. Hospital Strengths: National Key Disciplines Lead, Multidisciplinary Collaboration Thrives

The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University boasts 8 National Key Clinical Specialties (Infectious Diseases, Gastroenterology, Hepatobiliary Surgery, Neurology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, Orthopedics, Urology) and 15 Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialties, covering the full spectrum of diagnostic and therapeutic needs from foundational conditions to complex critical illnesses:

• Infectious Diseases: Consistently ranked among the top three in Fudan University's China Hospital Specialty Rankings, with national leadership in viral hepatitis, AIDS, and tropical disease prevention.

• Hepatobiliary Surgery: Specializes in “precision liver resection” and “living donor liver transplantation,” leading South China in both procedure volume and success rates.

• Gastroenterology: Endoscopic diagnostic and therapeutic techniques (e.g., ESD, POEM) meet international standards, performing over 20,000 endoscopic procedures annually.

• Neurology: Stroke green channel treatment time (DNT) reduced to under 20 minutes, with acute cerebral infarction recanalization rates exceeding 90%.

• Nephrology: Provides hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and kidney transplantation, with a five-year survival rate exceeding 85% for uremic patients.

• Endocrinology: Sets provincial benchmarks in comprehensive diabetes management (including insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring) and thyroid nodule ablation techniques.

• Endocrinology: Comprehensive diabetes management (insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitoring) and thyroid nodule ablation techniques set provincial benchmarks.

IV. Departmental Structure: Comprehensive Health Management Covering All Age Groups

Beyond its specialized strengths, the hospital maintains a complete range of departments, including Internal Medicine (cardiovascular, respiratory, hematology, etc.), Surgery (gastroenterology, thyroid, breast, etc.), Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine, Rehabilitation Medicine, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, Dentistry, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and more than 50 other clinical departments. Additionally, over 10 medical technology platforms—including the Center for Laboratory Medicine, Pathology Center, and Imaging Center—deliver comprehensive healthcare services spanning prevention, diagnosis, and rehabilitation.

V. Medical Equipment: World-Class Technology Enabling Precision Diagnosis and Treatment

The hospital is equipped with globally leading medical devices to support precise diagnosis and treatment of complex and critical conditions:

• Surgical Robots: Da Vinci Xi Surgical System (4 units), supporting complex laparoscopic procedures;

• Imaging Equipment: GE SIGNA PET/MR (first in South China), 3.0T Prisma MRI, Dual-Source CT;

• Life Support Systems: 5 ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) units, 30 CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy) machines;

• Interventional Therapy Equipment: Philips Ingenia 3.0T DSA, TOMO (Tomotherapy) system;

• Hepatology Diagnostic/Therapeutic Equipment: Artificial Liver Support System (DPMAS), Liver Elastography Device (FibroScan).

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

As a model institution for international medical services in South China, Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University offers international patients seamless “one-stop” convenience:

• Language Services: Multilingual medical staff and professional interpreters fluent in English, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and other languages, covering consultations, examinations, and surgeries throughout the entire process;

• International Medical Department: Dedicated area offering specialized outpatient clinics and VIP wards (including private rooms and suites), with direct billing services for international insurance (covering major insurers in the US, Europe, Southeast Asia, etc.);

• Convenience Services: Visa extension assistance, multilingual patient guides, religious dietary customization (halal meals, vegetarian options, etc.), transportation arrangements (partnered private vehicles);

• Remote Consultations: Collaborations with leading international hospitals (e.g., Johns Hopkins Hospital, University of Tokyo Faculty of Medicine), enabling cross-border remote case discussions.

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

• Ms. Lee, a liver cancer patient from Malaysia: “The liver transplant surgery was highly successful. The postoperative care team followed up daily on my recovery in English, making me feel at ease even in a foreign country.”

• Dr. Smith, visiting scholar from Johns Hopkins Hospital, USA: The hepatobiliary surgery team at the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University demonstrated remarkable precision in complex liver resection procedures. Their clinical research aligns with international frontiers."

• Ahmad, Indonesian international student (treated for stroke): “The emergency green channel completed CT scans and thrombolysis within 15 minutes. Nurses explained my condition in English throughout, and my recovery exceeded expectations.”

VIII. Contact Information, Address, and Transportation Routes

1. Tianhe Campus (Main Campus)

• Address: 600 Tianhe Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou (near Shipai Gangding)

• Contact: 020-85253001 (Main Switchboard); International Medical Department: 020-85253200

Transportation Routes:

• Subway: Exit A at Shipaiqiao Station (Line 3), 5-minute walk

• Bus: Gangding Station or Shipaiqiao Station (B1, B2, B3, B4, B5 routes)

• By Car: Underground parking available (fee applies). Navigate to “Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Tianhe Campus”.

2. East Guangdong Campus (Meizhou)

• Address: North Park Road, New County Town, Meixian District, Meizhou City (adjacent to Meixian District Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital)

• Contact: 0753-2829120 (Main Switchboard)

Transportation Routes:

• High-Speed Rail: Approximately 20 minutes by taxi from Meizhou West Station;

• Bus: “Yuedong Hospital Station” (Meixian District Bus Routes 13, 16, 23).

3. Zhaoqing Campus (Under Construction)

• Address: Intersection of Zhaoqing Avenue and Donghu 2nd Road, Duanzhou District, Zhaoqing City (Expected to open in 2025)

Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University remains steadfast in its mission to “Safeguard Life and Health.” Through exceptional medical expertise, innovative research achievements, and compassionate patient-centered care, we continuously deliver high-quality healthcare services to patients worldwide, contributing to the implementation of the “Healthy China” initiative.

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