Shanghai General Hospital

International Hospital in Shanghai, China · 上海市第一人民医院

Shanghai General Hospital (Shanghai First People's Hospital), founded in 1864, is a prestigious Class A Tertiary General Hospital in Shanghai. It hosts the International Medical Care Center (IMCC), established in 1993 as a first joint-venture medical facility. The IMCC offers comprehensive services for international patients, including 24-hour emergency care, outpatient and inpatient treatment, VIP physical examinations, and home-visit services. The hospital is renowned for its national key clinical disciplines, particularly in Ophthalmology, Urology, and Cardiology. It provides multilingual support, direct billing with over 40 international insurance companies, and a comfortable, hotel-style environment with 70 VIP rooms. The hospital is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, supported by advanced medical technologies and a team of experienced, English-speaking physicians.

No. 100 Haining Road, Hongkou District, Shanghai (North Campus) / No. 650 Songjiang Road, Shanghai (South Campus), Shanghai

+86-21-63240090

Overview — Shanghai General Hospital

Scale

2,000+ beds, 50+ departments

Total Beds

2,000

International Beds

City

Shanghai, Shanghai

Departments

OphthalmologyUrologyObstetrics and GynecologyClinical PharmacyOncologyRespiratory MedicineENTOrthopedicsCardiologyNeurosurgery

Leading Surgeries & Procedures

The hospital is a global pioneer in vitreoretinal surgery, performing over 12,000 cases annually. It excels in organ transplantation, particularly kidney transplants with an innovative islet-cell co-transplantation technique, achieving a 92.5% 5-year survival rate. The hospital also performed Shanghai's first 4th-generation Da Vinci robotic surgery in 2023 and is a leader in minimally-invasive urological procedures.

Key Surgical Departments

Ophthalmology: A national clinical key specialty, globally recognized for vitreoretinal surgery and AI-powered diagnostics. Urology: A traditional strong discipline specializing in minimally-invasive treatments for urinary system tumors and stones. Cardiology: Handles complex heart diseases with advanced diagnostic and treatment methods. Orthopedics: Skilled in treating fractures, joint diseases, and spine problems using advanced techniques. Obstetrics and Gynecology: Offers comprehensive services covering pregnancy care and various gynecological diseases.

Notable Physicians

Prof. Xiaodong Sun: Vice President of Shanghai General Hospital, specializing in Ophthalmology and vision research. Dr. Jiwu Chen: Director of Sports Medicine, a renowned surgeon in arthroscopic procedures. Dr. Yingqi Hua: Deputy Chief Surgeon, recognized for his contributions to medical science and technology.