The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University

The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University

star 4.80 · 30 Reviews location_on Guangzhou
verifiedClass A Tertiary Hospital verifiedNational Regional Medical Center Est. 1903
Ranking Respiratory Medicine ranked No. 1 in China for 15 consecutive years | Fudan Hospital Management Institute Ranking: A+++ | STEM Ranking: No. 31
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1903
Established
2,700+
Beds
3.1M+
Annual outpatients
85K+
Annual surgeries
Chinese, English, Cantonese
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About the hospital

The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University is a comprehensive Class A tertiary hospital integrating medical care, education, research, health preservation, rehabilitation, and emergency services. It hosts the National Center for Respiratory Medicine and was among the first group of National Clinical Research Centers in China. Led by Professor Zhong Nanshan, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, the Department of Respiratory Medicine has been ranked first in China for 15 consecutive years. The hospital maintains a leading international position in the diagnosis and treatment of complex and critical respiratory diseases, minimally invasive thoracic surgery, and organ transplantation. The Hengqin International Medical Center, opened in 2024, further enhances its capacity for cross-border medical services.

Why choose this hospital

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Respiratory Medicine & Thoracic Surgery

Led by Academician Zhong Nanshan, this National Center for Respiratory Medicine is a global leader in complex respiratory diseases and lung transplantation.

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Minimally Invasive Surgery

The Thoracic Surgery department is internationally renowned for minimally invasive radical resection of lung cancer and tracheal reconstruction.

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Research Excellence

Home to the State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease; Allergy and Critical Care Medicine also rank among the top in China.

Top specialties

9 departments

Department of Neurology

National Advanced Diagnosis and Treatment Center for Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders | Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty

Founded in 1971, the department is a neurology specialist training base for the Ministry of Health and the leading unit of the Guangdong Provincial Committee for Complex Neurological Diseases. Equipped with an academician workstation, it maintains an advanced position domestically and internationally in areas including the early diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, plasma filtration therapy, and the genetic diagnosis of neurogenetic diseases.

Department of Organ Transplantation

National Key Clinical Specialty | National Lung Transplant Physician Training Base

The Department of Organ Transplantation at the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University is among the first institutions certified by the Ministry of Health to perform lung transplant surgeries, and it maintains a long-standing lung transplant program in South China. Supported by the National Center for Respiratory Medicine, the department specializes in complex lung transplants, combined heart-lung transplants, and multi-organ transplants. Its survival rates and technical indicators for lung transplantation meet advanced international standards, making it one of the leading teams in this field in China.

Oncology Center

National Key Clinical Specialty; ranked first in the respiratory department (including oncology) on the Fudan University China Hospital Rankings for 15 consecutive years.

Established in 2022, the department is built upon the National Center for Respiratory Medicine and the National Key Clinical Specialty of Oncology. It is led by Professor He Jianxing, with Academician Zhong Nanshan serving as the honorary advisor. Comprising 17 sub-centers, it pioneered 'tubeless' minimally invasive surgery and is an international leader in early lung cancer screening, severe lung cancer treatment, and onco-pulmonology.

Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine

Key Discipline of the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Supported by the platform of the National Center for Respiratory Medicine, the department is a Key Discipline of the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It places equal emphasis on traditional Chinese and Western medicine, focusing on the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases, tumors, and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. It holds significant academic influence and a recognized clinical reputation in South China.

Department of Allergy

National Key Clinical Specialty; Ranked 5th nationally in the 2023 Fudan University Hospital Specialist Reputation Ranking

Founded in 1983 by Academician Zhong Nanshan, it is an allergic disease diagnosis and treatment center integrating clinical care, research, and education. Supported by the State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Disease, the department is among the leading centers in China for the diagnosis, treatment, and immunotherapy of allergic rhinitis, bronchial asthma, chronic cough, and complex allergic diseases. It is a designated development unit for the National Key Clinical Specialty program.

Department of Urology

Consistently ranks among the top nationwide in the Fudan University Hospital Specialist Reputation Ranking; designated as a National Key Clinical Specialty.

The Department of Urology at the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University is a pioneering center for minimally invasive urological surgery in China. It has developed multiple original techniques in minimally invasive surgery for urinary stones, precision treatment of urological tumors, and the management of prostate diseases, maintaining significant international recognition.

Leading experts

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Xu Pingyi

Department Director, Professor, PhD Supervisor, Chief Physician

Parkinson's disease, movement disorders, Alzheimer's disease, neurogenetic diseases

32 years experience

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Tian Zuojun

Chief Physician, Professor, Master's Supervisor

Interventional treatment of cerebrovascular diseases, carotid artery stenosis, headache and dizziness

24 years experience

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Tan Hongyu

Associate Chief Physician

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) programming for Parkinson's disease, botulinum toxin injection, and dystonia

20 years experience

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Zhuohua Wu

Chief Physician

Cerebrovascular diseases, neurocritical care, central nervous system infections

22 years experience

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He Jianxing

President, Director of Thoracic Surgery, Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Early diagnosis of lung cancer, complex thoracic surgery, minimally invasive thoracic surgery, thoracic organ transplantation

41 years experience

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Ju Chunrong

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Pre-operative evaluation for lung transplantation, perioperative critical care management, and diagnosis and treatment of complex postoperative complications.

22 years experience

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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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Greater Bay Area Access

The Hengqin campus is adjacent to Macau, providing one-stop cross-border medical services for Hong Kong, Macau, and international patients.

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Academician Team Green Channel

Patients with complex or critical conditions can apply for Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) consultations led by Academician Zhong Nanshan’s team.

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Direct Billing for Insurance

The International Medical Center partners with multiple international commercial insurance providers to offer convenient direct billing services.

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Patient reviews

4.80 star · 30 Reviews
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[Disease Name]: Lung Squamous Cell Carcinoma [Experience]: I was diagnosed with mid-stage lung squamous cell carcinoma and felt very anxious at the time. I sought treatment from Director Xue Xingyang in the Department of Thoracic Surgery at the First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University. After a thorough examination and evaluation, Director Xue's team developed a standardized treatment plan. Following two rounds of medication, my recovery is progressing well. The physician is highly skilled and provided clear answers to my questions, which has given us great confidence in the ongoing treatment.

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[Disease Name] Mid-stage squamous cell lung carcinoma [Patient Experience] Following a diagnosis of mid-stage squamous cell lung carcinoma, I sought treatment from Dr. Xue Xingyang. Dr. Xue is highly professional and thorough, and he developed a comprehensive treatment plan for me. After two rounds of medication, my recovery is progressing well, and my symptoms have significantly improved. Dr. Xue is not only highly skilled but also maintains an excellent bedside manner, which has been very reassuring for my family. We are very grateful for his care.

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[Disease Name]: Multiple pulmonary nodules [Patient Experience]: Two years ago, I was diagnosed with multiple pure ground-glass nodules in my lungs, the largest of which was less than 7 mm. I had been very concerned about the possibility of malignancy. I specifically sought out Dr. Xue Xingyang for a follow-up. Dr. Xue is highly experienced; he compared my previous imaging, provided a detailed analysis of the changes in the nodules, and advised that surgery is not necessary at this time and that I should continue with regular follow-up. The doctor's professional and reassuring manner greatly eased my concerns.

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[Disease Name] Multiple pulmonary nodules [Patient Experience] I was diagnosed with multiple pure ground-glass nodules in my lungs two years ago, the largest of which was less than 7 mm. I was very anxious at the time. Later, I consulted Dr. Xue for follow-up examinations. Dr. Xue is highly experienced and recommended observation. I have been seeing him for the past few years. The most recent follow-up showed no changes in the nodules, which has greatly relieved my concerns. Dr. Xue is very patient with his patients and explains medical conditions in an easy-to-understand manner. He is a trustworthy physician.

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