Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital

Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital

star 4.80 · 30 Reviews location_on Guangzhou
verifiedClass A Tertiary Hospital verifiedNational Chest Pain Center Est. 1904
Ranking Top 100 in STEM Rankings for Burn Surgery
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1904
Established
1,650+
Beds
1.5M+
Annual outpatients
30K+
Annual surgeries
Chinese, English
Language support

About the hospital

Founded in 1904, Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital (Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital Affiliated to Jinan University) is a public Class A tertiary general hospital integrating medical care, teaching, research, prevention, healthcare, rehabilitation, and emergency rescue. As the designated emergency hospital of Guangzhou, it maintains significant technical expertise in trauma surgery, burn and plastic surgery, and critical care medicine. The Department of Burn and Plastic Surgery is a National Key Clinical Specialty, with its treatment of severe burns reaching internationally recognized standards. The hospital houses the Guangzhou Institute of Trauma Surgery and serves as the Guangzhou Trauma and Burn Treatment Base.

Why choose this hospital

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Burn and Plastic Surgery

The only specialized burn department in Guangdong Province, with international leadership in severe burn treatment.

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Orthopedics

A Key Clinical Specialty of Guangdong Province, specializing in limb fixation, orthotics, and microsurgical treatments.

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Emergency Rescue

Designated as the Guangzhou Emergency Hospital, equipped with aeromedical rescue capabilities.

Top specialties

10 departments

Department of Critical Care Medicine

Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty

The department is a core discipline in the hospital's strategic focus on burn, trauma, and critical care. It also serves as the host institution for the Critical Care Medicine Quality Control Center of Haizhu District, Guangzhou. Equipped with advanced monitoring and treatment facilities, the department possesses robust multi-organ support capabilities. It routinely utilizes core technologies including Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT), critical care ultrasound, and hemodynamic monitoring. The department maintains an advanced standard of care within Guangzhou for the treatment of severe sepsis, multiple organ failure, and various acute and critical conditions.

Department of Endocrinology

Guangzhou Key Clinical Specialty; Guangdong Provincial Base for Diabetes Prevention and Treatment.

The Department of Endocrinology at Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital is recognized for the standardized diagnosis and treatment of diabetes and its complications (especially diabetic foot), thyroid diseases, and metabolic syndrome. It also specializes in the repair of refractory wounds.

Department of Neurology

Lead Unit of the National Advanced Stroke Center

Founded in 1958, the department integrates medical care, medical education, and research. It consists of six major units, including the Neurological Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the Carotid Plaque Diagnosis and Treatment Center. It serves as the lead unit of the National Advanced Stroke Center and a core department of the National Advanced Cognitive Impairment Center. The department handles over 40,000 outpatient visits and performs more than 1,000 neurointerventional surgeries annually. It maintains an advanced level in China for acute stroke treatment and carotid plaque management.

Department of Cardiology

Key Hospital Specialty

As a key hospital specialty, the Cardiovascular Medicine Division was established in 2014, integrating resources from both internal medicine and surgery. The department features strong clinical capabilities and is equipped with advanced medical devices such as Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA). It provides advanced care in interventional treatments for coronary artery disease, radiofrequency ablation for arrhythmias, pacemaker implantation, and the comprehensive management of heart failure.

Department of Nephrology

Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty | Guangzhou Clinical Characteristic Technology Development Unit | NMPA Clinical Drug Trial Institution

As the largest chronic kidney disease prevention, treatment, and research center in the Haizhu district, it serves as the vice-chair unit of the Nephrology Branch of the Guangdong Medical Association. The department operates a blood purification center and a peritoneal dialysis unit, conducting over 25,000 dialysis treatments annually. In collaboration with the Department of Nutrition and the Department of Endocrinology, it established the Institute of Clinical Pathological Nutrition, which is at the forefront of clinical nutrition research for metabolic diseases in China.

Department of Rehabilitation Medicine

Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty | First Batch of Rehabilitation Physician Standardized Training Bases of the National Health Commission

The Department of Rehabilitation Medicine is a Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty and one of the first rehabilitation physician standardized training bases designated by the National Health Commission. The department has 27 open beds and includes specialized units for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and swallowing therapy, and cognitive and psychological assessment. Adhering to the philosophy of 'early, comprehensive, integrated, and humanistic' care, its services cover neurological, osteoarticular, critical care, and various types of trauma rehabilitation. The department is dedicated to resolving functional impairments and helping patients return to their families and society.

Leading experts

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Lin Xiaopeng

Chief Physician

Comprehensive treatment of critical illnesses, organ donation and transplantation management

25 years experience

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Xia Dong

Associate Chief Physician

ECMO, CRRT, mechanical ventilation, and critical care ultrasound

15 years experience

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Ran Jianmin

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Diagnosis and treatment of diabetes, thyroid diseases, pituitary and adrenal diseases, gonadal diseases, and gout

28 years experience

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Bin Xie

Chief Physician

Endocrine diseases including diabetes, hyperthyroidism, hyperuricemia, and secondary hypertension.

26 years experience

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Guo Jian

Chief Physician, Professor

Diabetes and its complications, hyperthyroidism, simple obesity, pituitary tumors, and metabolic diseases

25 years experience

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Xiaoqing Xiong

Associate Chief Physician

Diagnosis and treatment of endocrine diseases such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, and secondary hypertension.

18 years experience

Getting there

Typical flight duration to Guangzhou

flight Hong Kong ~1.5h flight Macau ~1.5h flight Taipei ~2h flight Hanoi ~2h flight Manila ~2.5h flight Ho Chi Minh City ~2.5h flight Phnom Penh ~2.5h flight Vientiane ~2.5h
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Aeromedical Rescue

One of the first national pilot hospitals for integrated aeromedical rescue, supporting cross-border and regional critical care transport.

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Special Medical Services Center

Features a Special Medical Services Center (VIP Wards) providing priority consultation and high-privacy services.

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Patient reviews

4.80 star · 30 Reviews
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h***6

star star star star star 2026-03-05

I sought treatment at the Department of Nephrology of Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital due to a long history of chronic nephritis. The attending physician demonstrated a high level of professional expertise, precisely adjusting my medication regimen based on detailed laboratory analyses. The doctor was approachable and kind, patiently addressing my questions regarding dietary restrictions, which provided me with great reassurance. After nearly a month of treatment and management, my urine protein levels have significantly decreased, the edema has essentially subsided, and my overall physical condition has recovered remarkably well.

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Anonymous User

star star star star star 2026-03-02

I sought treatment at the Orthopedics Department of this hospital due to limited mobility caused by lumbar disc herniation. The doctor demonstrated excellent surgical skills and explained the minimally invasive treatment plan in detail before the procedure, which greatly alleviated my anxiety. During post-operative rounds, the doctor was approachable and provided meticulous guidance on rehabilitation exercises. My recovery has been rapid; the numbness in my legs has completely disappeared, and I am now able to get out of bed and attempt independent walking. I am very satisfied with the treatment outcome.

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j***y

star star star star star 2026-02-26

I had been suffering from cataracts for many years, and blurred vision significantly impacted my daily life. I recently underwent surgery at the Department of Ophthalmology, Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital. The diagnosis was accurate, and the surgical procedure was performed with proficiency. Post-operative examinations confirmed that the intraocular lens was perfectly positioned. The medical staff provided attentive care throughout the process with a gentle and professional manner. My vision is now clear and bright, improving from 0.1 to 0.8, which has significantly enhanced my quality of life. I am deeply grateful for the doctor's exceptional medical expertise.

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Xin***Ping

star star star star star 2026-02-21

I was admitted on an emergency basis due to a sudden onset of arrhythmia. The cardiologist responded promptly and made a decisive diagnosis. During the treatment, the doctor demonstrated strong technical expertise while remaining attentive to my psychological well-being, providing meticulous care. Following systematic medication intervention and observation, the frequency of my palpitations has significantly decreased, and my ECG readings have stabilized. Although wait times in the outpatient clinic were somewhat long, the doctor's professional expertise is truly trustworthy.

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