Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital

Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital

star 4.60 · 30 Reviews location_on Shanghai
verifiedClass A tertiary hospital verifiedNational Key Clinical Specialty Est. 1904
Ranking Particularly strong in orthopedics and trauma medicine, consistently ranked among the leading group in China
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1904
Established
2,200+
Beds
4.2M+
Annual outpatients
90K+
Annual surgeries
Chinese, English
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About the hospital

Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital was established in 1904 and is one of the affiliated hospitals of Shanghai Jiao Tong University. It is known for its strengths in orthopedics, trauma medicine, endocrinology and metabolism, and otorhinolaryngology-head and neck surgery. The hospital has nationally leading capabilities in limb replantation, diagnosis and treatment of complex bone and joint disorders, and comprehensive management of diabetes and its complications. It has formed a technical barrier centered on national key disciplines, key clinical specialties, and high-level research platforms. As a large Class A tertiary general hospital, it combines the treatment of complex and critical illnesses with teaching, training, and high-level research translation capabilities, and has strong referral appeal across the Yangtze River Delta and nationwide.

Why choose this hospital

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Nationally recognized in orthopedics

Has strong overall capabilities in joint care, spine care, trauma repair, and sports medicine.

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Strong metabolic disease management

Has developed a specialty in multidisciplinary management of diabetes and its complications.

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Strong research translation capability

Has a strong platform for clinical research and translation of results, with a relatively high science and technology performance index.

Top specialties

10 departments

Department of Radiology

Key municipal specialty in Shanghai; an important imaging diagnosis and interventional treatment platform within the hospital

The department provides comprehensive imaging diagnosis and treatment capabilities, including conventional X-ray, CT, MRI, and interventional radiology. It emphasizes integrated interpretation of complex cases, multidisciplinary collaboration, and precise interventional treatment, serving patients in orthopedics, oncology, neurology, and acute or critical care.

Department of Ophthalmology

Shanghai Municipal Key Clinical Specialty; Regional Eye Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Center

The department provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases, corneal disorders, and refractive problems. It performs microsurgery, laser treatment, and management of complex fundus diseases, with equal emphasis on clinical care, teaching, and research.

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

A key specialty-related department in a Shanghai general hospital, with comprehensive diagnostic and treatment capabilities in gynecology, obstetrics, and high-risk pregnancy care

The department covers gynecologic oncology, general gynecology, obstetrics, and perinatal medicine, and provides minimally invasive surgery, high-risk pregnancy management, and multidisciplinary care for complex cases.

Otolaryngology (ENT)

A key specialty of Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, with strong expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and head and neck tumors.

The department covers subspecialties including otology, rhinology, laryngology, and head and neck tumors. It specializes in standardized diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss and vertigo, cochlear implants, sinusitis, nasal and paranasal sinus tumors, laryngeal diseases, and head and neck tumors, and provides microscopic and endoscopic minimally invasive surgery.

General Surgery

A key discipline in Shanghai, with strong development based on the hospital's trauma care and minimally invasive platform.

The department covers areas such as gastrointestinal surgery, hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, thyroid and breast surgery, and hernia surgery. It emphasizes laparoscopic minimally invasive procedures, complex abdominal surgery, and multidisciplinary collaborative diagnosis and treatment.

Department of Urology

A key specialty of Shanghai Municipality, with relatively strong clinical and research capabilities

Specializing in urinary tract tumors, urinary stones, prostate diseases, voiding dysfunction, and minimally invasive surgery, the department routinely performs laparoscopic, ureteroscopic, and percutaneous nephrolithotomy procedures and has strong comprehensive diagnostic and treatment capabilities.

Leading experts

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Li Minghua

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Specializes in thoracic and abdominal imaging diagnosis and interventional therapy

30 years experience

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Zhang Wei

Chief Physician, Professor

Specializes in musculoskeletal imaging and tumor imaging diagnosis

28 years experience

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Wang Li

Chief Physician

Specializes in diagnostic imaging of the nervous system

25 years experience

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Chen Qiang

Associate Chief Physician

Specializes in integrated CT and MRI diagnosis

22 years experience

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Wang Xiaoying

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Surgery for cataracts, glaucoma, and complex eye diseases

35 years experience

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Sun Hong

Chief Physician, Professor

Retinopathy, vitreoretinal surgery

30 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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International outpatient coordination

Appointments can be arranged through international medical services or special care channels to shorten the process for complex specialty visits.

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English communication support

Basic English communication support can be coordinated for international and cross-border patients.

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Cost-effective treatment

Compared with similar orthopedics and chronic disease management services in Europe and the United States, overall treatment costs are usually more favorable.

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Patient reviews

4.60 star · 30 Reviews
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My mother accidentally fell last month, resulting in a severe comminuted tibia and fibula fracture. She was urgently taken to the Orthopedics Department of Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital for treatment. The attending physician was highly skilled, and the surgical plan was developed with great care; the incision was small and the reduction was excellent. During her hospitalization, the doctors made rounds every day with exceptional patience and thoroughness, helping ease the elderly patient's anxiety. Her postoperative recovery is going very smoothly. Callus formation has already begun, and the pain has completely disappeared. We sincerely thank the Orthopedics team at Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital for their excellent medical expertise and exemplary professional ethics!

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My mother accidentally sustained a comminuted fracture of the tibia and fibula and came to the Department of Orthopedics at Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital for care. The attending physician was not only highly skilled, but also made a very small surgical incision and achieved excellent reduction. During ward rounds, the physician was extremely patient and attentive, and always gently helped ease my mother’s anxiety. After this period of rehabilitation, her follow-up examination now shows that the fracture site is healing very well, with all indicators back to normal. My mother is already able to walk and bear weight with the help of a walker. We sincerely thank the orthopedics team at Sixth People’s Hospital!

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My mother accidentally fell and sustained a severe tibia and fibula fracture, so we came to the Department of Orthopedics at Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital after hearing about its reputation. The attending physician was not only highly skilled, but the surgery was also very successful. In ward rounds, the doctor was extremely patient and attentive, and answered in detail all of our questions about rehabilitation. After this period of recovery, my mother's wound is healing well, her various indicators have returned to normal, and she is already able to walk with the aid of crutches. We are very grateful for the doctor's excellent medical expertise!

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Undisclosed patient

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I have had type 2 diabetes for many years, and recently developed severe peripheral neuropathy, with numbness and tingling in both feet. I came to the Department of Endocrinology at Shanghai Sixth Hospital after hearing about it, and the specialist physician’s consultation was extremely thorough. In addition to adjusting my diabetes medication plan, the doctor also added targeted treatment. The doctor’s service attitude was excellent and patiently answered my questions about diet. After recent standardized treatment, my blood glucose levels have now returned to normal and stable, the numbness in my feet has been greatly relieved, and my quality of life has improved significantly. I am very grateful!

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