Zhongshan Hospital
中山医院Zhongshan Hospital is a leading comprehensive hospital affiliated with Fudan University, recognized for excellence in cardiovascular medicine and liver surgery. The hospital pioneered many surgical techniques in China.
Editor's Note
Cardiologists know Zhongshan Hospital the way automotive engineers know Stuttgart — it is, quite simply, where the field lives. Zhongshan performs more complex cardiac interventions annually than almost any hospital in Asia, and its liver surgery team, led by surgeons who trained generations of hepatobiliary specialists across the country, is the default referral center for complex hepatic resections and living-donor liver transplants. What makes Zhongshan particularly compelling for international patients is the combination of world-class surgical outcomes with surprisingly reasonable costs: a coronary bypass here runs roughly one-third to one-half the price of comparable procedures in the United States or Singapore, without any compromise in quality. The hospital's location in the leafy Xuhui district, with excellent metro access, is an added bonus for families planning extended stays.
How to Use This Hospital Profile
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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 Cardiology, Hepatic Surgery, Oncology
- Patients relying on international insurance or direct billing pathways
Key Departments
National Specialty Rankings
| Specialty | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiology | #4 | Fudan Hospital Ranking (2023) |
| Hepatic Surgery | #2 | Fudan Hospital Ranking (2023) |
| Gastroenterology | #6 | Fudan Hospital Ranking (2023) |
Hospital Highlights
- Leading cardiovascular center
- Pioneer in liver transplantation
- International patient services department
- State-of-the-art cardiac catheterization labs
Notable Medical Experts
Ge Junbo 葛均波
Academician, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Interventional Cardiology
Pioneer of coronary stent technology in China; over 10,000 interventional procedures performed
Research & Academic Capabilities
- National Clinical Research Center for Interventional Medicine
- Pioneered endovascular aortic repair (EVAR) techniques in China
- Developed multiple cardiac device innovations
Advanced Medical Equipment
Estimated Treatment Costs
Indicative ranges only. Actual costs depend on individual circumstances. Contact the hospital for a formal quote.
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 1 or 4 to Shanghai Indoor Stadium Station, Exit 3. The hospital main entrance is a 5-minute walk east.
Quick Information
- Hospital Type
- Public
- Grade
- Grade III Level A
- Affiliated University
- Fudan University
- Founded
- 1937
- Bed Count
- 2,005
- International Clinic
- Available
- Location
- Shanghai, China
- Address
- 180 Fenglin Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai
International Patient Contact
- Phone
- +86-21-6404-1990 ext. 2295
- international@zs-hospital.sh.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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