Ruijin Hospital
瑞金医院Ruijin Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University, is world-famous for its hematology department and breakthrough leukemia treatments. The hospital has a rich history dating back to 1907.
Editor's Note
Ruijin occupies a fascinating niche in Chinese medicine — it is simultaneously the national leader in endocrinology (their hypothalamus-pituitary research program is cited in textbooks worldwide) and home to one of China's most storied burn surgery units, a legacy of the 1958 steel mill fire that catalyzed the field. This dual identity — exquisite, laboratory-deep precision alongside gritty, life-saving surgical heroism — defines the Ruijin culture. For international patients with complex endocrine disorders, thyroid cancers, or metabolic diseases, Ruijin offers a depth of diagnostic capability that few centers globally can match: their endocrine lab processes over 300,000 hormonal assays annually. The hematology department is equally formidable, pioneering CAR-T and bone marrow transplant protocols adopted nationwide. The hospital occupies a beautiful historic campus in the former French Concession, and the international ward provides genuinely warm, attentive care that feels closer to a private clinic than a 2,000-bed public hospital.
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Best Fit For
- Patients who prefer a dedicated international clinic or coordinator
- Patients who need stronger English-language support
- Patients seeking care in Hematology, Endocrinology, Burn Surgery
- Patients relying on international insurance or direct billing pathways
Key Departments
National Specialty Rankings
| Specialty | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Hematology | #2 | Fudan Hospital Ranking (2023) |
| Endocrinology | #3 | Fudan Hospital Ranking (2023) |
| Burn Surgery | #1 | Fudan Hospital Ranking (2023) |
Hospital Highlights
- World-leading leukemia treatment center
- Historic hospital with modern facilities
- Comprehensive international medical center
- Pioneered arsenic trioxide treatment for APL
Notable Medical Experts
Chen Saijuan 陈赛娟
Academician, Chinese Academy of Engineering
Hematology
Co-developer of arsenic trioxide therapy for acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL)
Research & Academic Capabilities
- State Key Laboratory of Medical Genomics
- Breakthrough in APL cure rate using arsenic trioxide + ATRA protocol (now 95%+ remission)
- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases
Advanced Medical Equipment
Estimated Treatment Costs
Indicative ranges only. Actual costs depend on individual circumstances. Contact the hospital for a formal quote.
Varies by type and protocol
Language Support
Good
This hospital has good English support with dedicated international patient coordinators and English-speaking medical staff.
Location
Getting There
Take Metro Line 9 or 13 to Madang Road Station, Exit 1. Walk north along Ruijin Er Road for approximately 7 minutes.
Quick Information
- Hospital Type
- Public
- Grade
- Grade III Level A
- Affiliated University
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
- Founded
- 1907
- Bed Count
- 1,893
- International Clinic
- Available
- Location
- Shanghai, China
- Address
- 197 Ruijin Er Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai
International Patient Contact
- Phone
- +86-21-6437-0045 ext. 665590
- rjh-imc@shsmu.edu.cn
- Working Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:00–17:00 (CST)
Insurance Accepted
Coverage varies by policy. Contact your insurer to confirm eligibility.
How We Reviewed This Hospital
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- Official hospital and international department pages
- Published specialty rankings, university affiliations, and research signals
- Available contact details, insurance notes, and service logistics
- Editorial review to highlight where direct hospital confirmation is still necessary
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