Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine

star 4.20 · 30 Reviews location_on Shanghai
verifiedClass A tertiary traditional Chinese medicine hospital Est. 1954
Ranking A representative Class A tertiary traditional Chinese medicine hospital in Shanghai
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1954
Established
1,000+
Beds
2.2M+
Annual outpatients
23K+
Annual surgeries
中文, 英语
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About the hospital

Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine is a Class A tertiary traditional Chinese medicine hospital that integrates medical care, teaching, research, prevention, and rehabilitation. Supported by the affiliated hospital system of Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, it has strong regional influence in internal medicine in traditional Chinese medicine, spleen and stomach disorders, integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine for oncology, dermatology, acupuncture and tuina, orthopedics and traumatology, anorectal disorders, preventive treatment, and geriatric disease management. The hospital emphasizes the coordinated development of traditional Chinese medicine specialties and modern medicine, with a relatively comprehensive specialty system and multi-campus service capacity. It has established a stable clinical approach in complex chronic conditions, postoperative rehabilitation, supportive cancer care, and interventions for subhealth conditions. Its core strengths include experienced senior traditional Chinese medicine physicians, distinctive hospital-prepared formulations, comprehensive traditional Chinese medicine treatment plans, and a high-density outpatient service network for patients in Shanghai and the Yangtze River Delta region.

Why choose this hospital

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Specialized TCM Departments

Has strong clinical experience in areas such as spleen and stomach disorders, acupuncture and tuina, dermatology, orthopedics and traumatology, and integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine for oncology.

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Senior TCM Physician Resources

Brings together senior traditional Chinese medicine experts and clinicians at multiple levels, suitable for long-term chronic disease management and individualized syndrome-based treatment.

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Multi-campus Services

Serves medical needs across areas such as Jing'an and has substantial outpatient and emergency care capacity.

Top specialties

11 departments

Department of Tuina

Key specialty of Shanghai Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital

Specializes in traditional Chinese medicine massage, bone-setting, and the diagnosis and treatment of spine-related conditions, combining acupuncture, rehabilitation, and external therapies of traditional Chinese medicine. It is experienced in comprehensive treatment of neck, shoulder, lower back, and leg pain, spinal and joint dysfunction, and soft tissue injuries.

Acupuncture Department

Specialty Department of Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Primarily uses external traditional Chinese medicine therapies such as acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, and tuina massage. It specializes in the comprehensive management of neck, shoulder, lower back, and leg pain; facial paralysis; headaches; insomnia; and post-stroke sequelae, with an emphasis on individualized treatment based on syndrome differentiation and integrated rehabilitation.

Oncology

Key Clinical Specialty of Shanghai Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment based on traditional Chinese medicine, combined with surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy. It focuses on integrating traditional Chinese and Western medicine to reduce treatment-related toxicity, improve symptoms, enhance quality of life, and emphasize full-course cancer care.

Department of Nephrology

Shanghai Municipal Specialty in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Uses syndrome differentiation and treatment in traditional Chinese medicine combined with modern medical diagnosis and treatment for chronic kidney disease, nephritis, kidney failure, as well as proteinuria and hematuria. It emphasizes regulating the spleen and kidneys, clearing heat and promoting dampness elimination, and slowing the progression of renal function decline.

Department of Cardiology

One of the specialized departments of Shanghai Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Specializes in the integrated diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases such as coronary artery disease, hypertension, arrhythmia, and heart failure, with emphasis on syndrome differentiation-based treatment and comprehensive long-term management of chronic diseases.

Department of Neurology

Shanghai Municipal Key Specialty, with longstanding responsibility for diagnosis and treatment of regional nervous system diseases and the care of complex and critical cases

Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cerebrovascular disease, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, headache, dizziness, and peripheral neuropathy. Emphasizes integrated Chinese and Western medicine, and provides standardized assessment, long-term management, and rehabilitation guidance.

Leading experts

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Chen Yunfei

Chief Physician

Tuina for neck, shoulder, lower back, and leg pain; spinal disorders

30 years experience

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Zhao Ying

Chief Physician

Cervical spondylosis, low back pain, spinal scoliosis massage therapy

25 years experience

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Wang Min

Associate Chief Physician

Shoulder and neck pain, sports injuries, myofascial pain

20 years experience

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Fu Wenbin

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Specializes in acupuncture treatment for neurological disorders, pain, and complex conditions

30 years experience

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Zhang Ren

Chief Physician, Professor

Specializes in neck, shoulder, low back, and leg pain, facial paralysis, and post-stroke rehabilitation

25 years experience

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Li Wei

Associate Chief Physician

Experienced in acupuncture-based treatment of insomnia, headache, and vertigo

20 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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Nearest airport and arrival

The exact airport depends on the hospital campus. We confirm the arrival airport, pickup point, and transfer time before your trip, and arrange airport meet-and-greet when you book.

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Hotels near the hospital

We provide a shortlist of vetted hotels and serviced apartments within walking distance or a short ride of the international department, with nightly rates and booking links tailored to your length of stay.

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International medical department

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International patient services

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Appointment Support

Patients can use local online platforms for appointment registration and follow-up visit management, which is suitable for out-of-town patients planning ahead.

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Basic Language Assistance

Services are primarily provided in Chinese; English communication may be available in some settings, but support for complex international patient needs is relatively limited.

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Cross-border Care Cost Advantage

Compared with medical institutions in Europe and the United States and some private hospitals in East Asia, the overall cost of TCM outpatient care, rehabilitation, and long-term management is lower, especially for Chinese patients who require repeated follow-up visits.

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Waiting Time and Treatment Scheduling

Waiting times for popular specialist outpatient clinics may be long, but the overall care cycle is usually shorter than overseas referral processes for traditional Chinese medicine or integrative medicine.

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Patient reviews

4.20 star · 30 Reviews
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Undisclosed patient

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I have been suffering from refractory insomnia for more than three years, and lying awake all night has been very distressing. During my visit to Shanghai Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, the doctor’s clinical skill was excellent and the pulse diagnosis was highly accurate, correctly identifying qi and blood deficiency as the underlying cause of my condition. The doctor was also very kind and patient, and answered my concerns gently and thoroughly. After recent treatment with Chinese herbal medicine, the results have been very noticeable. My sleep quality has improved significantly, and I can now sleep soundly for six to seven hours each night. My daytime energy has returned to normal, and I have completely stopped taking sleeping pills. I am sincerely grateful!

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I have been suffering from severe chronic gastritis, and acid reflux and stomach pain have troubled me for a long time. During my visit to Shanghai Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, the doctor was not only highly skilled and accurately identified the condition as spleen-stomach deficiency with cold, but also extremely patient and attentive. The doctor asked in detail about my eating habits and provided guidance. After nearly two months of treatment with Chinese herbal medicine, the results have been very significant. The stomach pain has completely eased, my appetite has returned to normal, and I feel much better overall. I am deeply grateful for the doctor’s careful treatment!

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After being diagnosed with chronic atrophic gastritis, I had persistent acid reflux and bloating and could not eat properly. I was treated at Shanghai Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, where the doctor made an accurate diagnosis and the Chinese herbal prescription prescribed was highly effective. During the consultation, the doctor was very thorough, asking in detail about my daily diet, and the kind, approachable attitude was very reassuring. After three treatment courses, the bloating and acid reflux have completely eased, my appetite has improved significantly, and a recent follow-up gastroscopy showed that the mucosal condition has clearly improved. The various indicators are steadily returning to normal. The clinical expertise is truly impressive!

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Undisclosed patient

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I had been struggling with severe insomnia for a long time and was unable to sleep through the night, which left me feeling very fatigued during the day. I came to Shanghai Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine for treatment, and the doctor was not only highly skilled but also made an accurate diagnosis of heart-spleen deficiency. The doctor was very patient and attentive, and asked in detail about my daily habits. After two courses of Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture treatment, my sleep quality has improved significantly. I can now basically sleep through the night, and my daytime energy has fully returned to normal. I am very grateful!

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