Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center

Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center

star 4.70 · 30 Reviews location_on Shanghai
verifiedClass A tertiary hospital verifiedNational Key Clinical Specialty Construction Unit Est. 1931
Ranking A leading hospital in China’s oncology specialty field, with its oncology discipline long ranked among the top in the country
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1931
Established
2,000+
Beds
3M+
Annual outpatients
80K+
Annual surgeries
Chinese, English
Language support

About the hospital

Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center (Shanghai Cancer Hospital) is a national-level leading hospital in China’s oncology specialty field, integrating medical care, teaching, research, and prevention, with Shanghai as its core and services extending nationwide. The hospital has significant strengths in breast cancer, thoracic oncology, head and neck cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, gynecologic cancer, urologic cancer, radiation therapy, pathology diagnosis, and multidisciplinary care, and has developed technical capabilities in areas such as precise diagnosis and treatment of complex cancers, standardized surgery, individualized radiotherapy and chemotherapy, molecular pathology, and translational research. As a high-level affiliated hospital of Fudan University, its oncology discipline has long ranked among the top in China. For Chinese patients making interregional and cross-border care decisions, it combines a strong clinical standard, mature treatment pathways, and overall costs that are relatively more cost-effective than those at international cancer centers.

Why choose this hospital

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National-level oncology specialty hospital

Has nationally leading capabilities in oncologic surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, pathology, and multidisciplinary diagnosis and treatment (MDT).

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Strong precision medicine capabilities

Covers molecular pathology, gene testing guidance, individualized treatment, and clinical research translation.

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Cost-effective for cross-border care

Compared with leading cancer centers in Europe and the United States, Chinese patients receiving high-level cancer care in China can often save significantly on total costs and travel time.

Top specialties

13 departments

Department of Diagnostic Imaging

A leading imaging platform among cancer specialty hospitals in China, serving national-level cancer diagnosis and treatment centers

Supported by advanced imaging equipment and multidisciplinary collaboration, it focuses on precise cancer staging, treatment response assessment, and recurrence monitoring, with expertise in imaging diagnosis of thoracic, abdominal, pelvic, breast, and head and neck tumors.

Department of Urology

A key department in urologic oncology and minimally invasive treatment in China

Leveraging the comprehensive oncology strengths of Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, the department focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract cancers and is experienced in minimally invasive surgery, multimodal treatment, and comprehensive long-term management of prostate cancer, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, and complex urologic tumors.

Department of Pathology

Tumor pathology is the department’s core specialty, with strong influence in the fields of precise tumor diagnosis and molecular pathology.

The department focuses on tumor pathology diagnosis, intraoperative frozen section analysis, cytopathology, and molecular pathology testing. Supported by a cancer specialty platform, it has particular strengths in multidisciplinary consultation for complex tumor pathology cases and precise tumor classification.

Department of Radiation Oncology

Distinguished influence in China's oncology specialty field, supported by the national platform for building the National Cancer Medical Center

The department focuses on precision radiotherapy for common and complex cancers, providing intensity-modulated radiotherapy, stereotactic radiotherapy, and multidisciplinary comprehensive care. It has extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, lymphoma, and other conditions.

Gynecologic Oncology

A high-level specialty department in China for the diagnosis, treatment, and research of gynecologic malignancies

Focuses on standardized diagnosis and treatment of gynecologic cancers such as ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, and endometrial cancer, with strengths in surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and multidisciplinary care, and emphasizes precise risk stratification and long-term follow-up management.

Pancreatic Surgery

Has significant academic influence in the field of oncology specialty in China

Focuses on the surgical diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic tumors, with expertise in multidisciplinary management of pancreatic cancer, complex pancreaticoduodenectomy, and perioperative care.

Leading experts

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Sun Yan

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Comprehensive diagnosis and staging assessment of oncologic imaging

30 years experience

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Zhang Tongling

Chief Physician, Professor

Imaging diagnosis of thoracic and abdominal tumors

28 years experience

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Zhao Lan

Chief Physician

Imaging assessment of breast and soft tissue tumors

25 years experience

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Li Min

Chief Physician

Diagnostic imaging of gynecologic tumors

20 years experience

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Shen Zhenzhou

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Comprehensive treatment and limb-salvage reconstruction for bone and soft tissue tumors

30 years experience

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Zhang Qing

Chief Physician, Professor

Bone tumor resection, limb-salvage and reconstruction

25 years experience

Getting there

Typical flight duration to Shanghai

flight Taipei ~1.5h flight Seoul ~1.5h flight Hong Kong ~2h flight Macau ~2h flight Osaka ~2h flight Tokyo ~2.5h flight Manila ~2.5h flight Hanoi ~3h
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Hotels near the hospital

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International medical department

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International patient services

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Appointment assistance

Outpatient and test appointments can be made through official platforms; international patients are advised to prepare medical records and imaging materials in advance.

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Language support

The hospital has basic English support, but for complex situations, a professional medical interpreter is usually recommended.

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Multidisciplinary consultation

Complex cancer cases can enter the MDT process to help patients develop a more systematic treatment plan.

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Patient reviews

4.70 star · 30 Reviews
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Undisclosed patient

star star star star star 2026-08-15

After being diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer, I was very anxious and came to Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center. My attending physician was not only highly skilled, but also performed a minimally invasive surgery for me with a very small incision. He was extremely patient and attentive, and answered all of my questions in detail. It has now been three months since the surgery, and my recovery has been remarkably fast. At my most recent follow-up, all thyroid function indicators had fully returned to normal. I sincerely thank the doctor for saving my life.

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Undisclosed patient

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After being diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer, I was very frightened. Fortunately, I met the specialists at Fudan Cancer Hospital. The doctor was not only highly skilled, but also removed the tumor very cleanly during surgery. The service attitude was extremely patient and attentive, and all of my concerns were explained in detail. At present, my postoperative recovery is progressing quickly, the wound is healing well, my voice has not become hoarse at all, and the latest follow-up results show that all thyroid function indicators have returned to normal. I sincerely thank the doctor for such excellent medical expertise and high professional ethics!

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Undisclosed patient

star star star star star 2026-08-15

After being diagnosed with papillary thyroid cancer, I was extremely anxious and came to Fudan Cancer Hospital because of its reputation. The attending physician was not only highly skilled and performed a minimally invasive surgery for me with a very small incision, but also provided excellent care. During daily rounds, the doctor patiently and thoroughly answered all of my questions, which greatly relieved my psychological stress. It has now been three months since the surgery, and my recovery has been very fast. My voice has not become hoarse at all, and at my most recent follow-up visit, all thyroid function indicators had returned to normal. I am very grateful!

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Undisclosed patient

star star star star star 2026-08-10

My mother was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year, and our whole family was thrown into panic. Fortunately, we met a very responsible doctor at Fudan Cancer Hospital. The doctor made an accurate diagnosis and developed a personalized treatment plan combining chemotherapy and targeted therapy for my mother. At each follow-up visit, the doctor kindly encouraged us. After six months of standardized treatment, the latest checkup shows that the tumor has significantly shrunk, and the side effects of chemotherapy have been well controlled. My mother’s condition has been improving, and we are truly grateful!

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