Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital
About the hospital
Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital (an important part of the Pulmonary Disease specialty within Shanghai Chest Hospital) is a high-level specialty hospital in China focusing on lung disease, respiratory diseases, thoracic tumors, and thoracic surgery. It has long focused on lung cancer, pulmonary nodules, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung disease, pulmonary infections, pleural diseases, and complex thoracic surgical procedures. The hospital has notable expertise in minimally invasive thoracic surgery, precision diagnosis and treatment, multidisciplinary team (MDT) care for lung cancer, interventional procedures, critical respiratory care, and perioperative management. Its academic leaders and research platforms are among the leading group nationally. Through collaboration among thoracic surgery, respiratory and critical care medicine, oncology-related disciplines, and imaging-pathology services, it has established a complete lung disease care pathway from early screening and diagnosis to treatment and follow-up, with strong overall capability in complex and difficult lung diseases and thoracic tumor surgery.
Why choose this hospital
Strong specialty in lung disease care
Covers the full care pathway for lung cancer, pulmonary nodules, COPD, interstitial lung disease, pleural diseases, and more
MDT precision diagnosis and treatment
Multidisciplinary consultation improves diagnostic and treatment efficiency for complex lung tumors and difficult cases
Leading minimally invasive thoracic surgery
Extensive experience in thoracoscopy, robotic surgery, and complex thoracic procedures
Top specialties
9 departmentsLeading experts
Getting there
Typical flight duration to Shanghai
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International patient services
Cross-border appointment booking
Supports online appointments, medical record pre-review, and scheduling coordination for international patients
Language support
Basic English communication and coordination with international patient services can be provided
Medical record translation and organization
Assistance with organizing test reports, imaging materials, and referral information to help patients enter the care process more quickly
Support for receiving care in Shanghai
Provides guidance on visit routes, inpatient procedures, examination scheduling, and follow-up recommendations to shorten the cross-border care pathway
Patient reviews
Undisclosed patient
A lung nodule was found during a routine physical examination last year, and it grew larger on a follow-up check this year. I was diagnosed with early-stage lung adenocarcinoma. I came to Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital after hearing about it, and my attending physician was not only highly skilled, but also performed a precise uniportal thoracoscopic minimally invasive surgery for me. The doctor was very patient and thorough, and answered all of my concerns. I am recovering very well after the surgery, all follow-up test results have returned to normal, and the symptoms of cough and chest tightness have completely disappeared. I am deeply grateful to the doctor for saving my life!
Undisclosed patient
A health check last year found an 8 mm lung nodule, and I had been very anxious ever since. This year, we came to Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital for treatment. The doctor reviewed the imaging very carefully, made an accurate diagnosis, and recommended minimally invasive surgery. The surgeon’s technique was excellent, the postoperative incision was very small, and during ward rounds the doctor was gentle and patient, answering our concerns in detail. The postoperative recovery has gone very smoothly so far, all follow-up test results have returned to normal, and the pathology results were benign. We have finally been able to put our minds at ease. Many thanks!
Undisclosed patient
A routine checkup last year found an early lung nodule, which caused me a great deal of psychological stress. This year, I came to Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital for treatment. The attending physician was not only highly skilled, but also precisely removed the lesion through minimally invasive surgery. In addition, the doctor was very patient and attentive, answered all of my questions in detail, and greatly relieved my anxiety. My postoperative recovery has gone very smoothly so far, and follow-up examinations show that all indicators have returned to normal. My breathing is much easier now. I am very grateful to the doctor for the treatment!
Undisclosed patient
I had long been troubled by bronchiectasis with infection, with repeated coughing and sputum production. I found a specialist at Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital on Haodf. During the in-person visit, the doctor made a very accurate diagnosis and was kind and approachable, without any sense of distance. The doctor developed a detailed treatment plan for anti-infection therapy and sputum clearance. After this period of systematic treatment, my coughing has now clearly improved, and the follow-up chest CT shows that the inflammation has been largely absorbed. My quality of life has improved greatly, and I sincerely appreciate it!
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