The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University

The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University

star 4.80 · 30 Reviews location_on Guangzhou
verifiedClass A Tertiary Hospital (Grade 3A) verifiedNational Clinical Trial Institution for Drugs Est. 1899
Ranking Ranked 13th Nationally in STEM (Obstetrics and Gynecology) | National Key Clinical Specialty
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1899
Established
1,500+
Beds
2M+
Annual outpatients
25K+
Annual surgeries
Chinese, English, Cantonese
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About the hospital

Founded in 1899 as Rouji Hospital, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University is one of China's earliest Western medicine institutions. Renowned globally for its obstetrics and gynecology services, it is recognized as a leading authority in the field. As the Critical Maternal Care Center of Guangdong Province, the hospital maintains international standards in managing complex high-risk pregnancies, assisted reproductive technology (IVF), and fetal medicine. Operating across two campuses in Liwan and Huangpu, the hospital features expert teams in obstetrics, gynecology, neonatology, and orthopedics, serving as a primary referral center for advanced maternal and reproductive care in South China and Southeast Asia.

Why choose this hospital

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Flagship Assisted Reproduction

Birthplace of the first two IVF babies in Guangdong Province; the Reproductive Medicine Center maintains leading success rates in China with advanced PGD/PGS technology.

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Critical Maternal Care

The largest critical maternal rescue center in South China, maintaining a 99% success rate in managing life-threatening conditions such as placenta accreta.

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3D Printing Orthopedics

A pioneer in domestic 3D-printed ankle implants and intelligent minimally invasive orthopedic surgery, with technology at the national forefront.

Top specialties

17 departments

Clinical Nursing

National Key Clinical Specialty | Ranked 39th nationally in Nursing in the 2023 Science and Technology Evaluation Metrics for Chinese Hospitals

Originating in 1903, this discipline is designated as a National Key Clinical Specialty and a Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty. Supported by the Critical Maternal Care Center, its midwifery and critical care nursing models are at the forefront in China. Ranked 39th nationally in the 2023 Science and Technology Evaluation Metrics for Chinese Hospitals, it is an advanced discipline integrating clinical care, education, and research.

Department of Organ Transplantation

Guangzhou Key Clinical Specialty

This department is designated by the Ministry of Health to perform kidney transplants and holds established qualifications for organ transplantation. It routinely performs liver, kidney, and combined multi-organ transplants, maintaining an advanced standard in China for the management of donation after citizen's death (DCD), the induction of transplant immune tolerance, and the treatment of complex postoperative complications.

Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery

Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty

The Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery at the Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University integrates clinical care, medical education, and research. It is one of the core disciplines prioritized for development by the hospital. The department possesses advanced technical capabilities and routinely performs complex radical resections for hepatobiliary and pancreatic malignancies, as well as complicated biliary tract surgeries. It specializes in minimally invasive surgery, with expertise in laparoscopic liver resection, pancreaticoduodenectomy, and biliary exploration. The team has extensive experience in the comprehensive treatment of liver cancer, the management of severe pancreatitis, and the minimally invasive treatment of gallstone disease. It is dedicated to providing patients with precise, individualized, and high-quality medical care.

Department of Critical Care Medicine

Guangdong Provincial Clinical Key Specialty, Guangdong Provincial Critical Maternal Care Center

Established in 1999, the department is a comprehensive critical care center integrating clinical practice, medical education, and research. It consists of intensive care and high dependency units, equipped with advanced equipment such as ECMO and CRRT. The department specializes in the management of critically ill maternal patients, sepsis, severe pneumonia, and multiple organ failure, serving as a major critical maternal care center in South China.

Department of Cardiology

Liwan District Cardiovascular Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Medical Center

This department is a specialized department of the hospital and serves as the Liwan District Cardiovascular Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Medical Center. It consists of three inpatient wards and a Coronary Care Unit (CCU), with a total of 66 beds. The department is equipped with advanced facilities, including a large-scale digital subtraction angiography (DSA) system and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) devices. It specializes in procedures such as coronary angiography, stent implantation, radiofrequency ablation, and pacemaker implantation, and has extensive experience in the interventional treatment of coronary heart disease and the management of heart failure.

Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine

Base of the Department of Respiratory Medicine, Guangzhou Medical University

This department integrates medical care, research, and education, featuring an intensive care unit (ICU) and multiple subspecialty clinics. Equipped with advanced devices such as electronic bronchoscopes and ventilators, it specializes in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchial asthma, and critical conditions including respiratory failure. It serves as an important base for the Department of Respiratory Medicine at Guangzhou Medical University.

Leading experts

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Chen Liping

Chief Superintendent Nurse, Professor, Master's Supervisor

Clinical nursing management, neonatal deep vein catheterization, obstetric and gynecological nursing

32 years experience

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Meiling Huang

Professor (Grade II), Chief Superintendent Nurse, Doctoral Supervisor

Maternal critical care nursing, midwifery techniques, and nursing management

42 years experience

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Xuekun Guo

Associate Chief Physician

Specializes in kidney transplantation, diagnosis and treatment of post-transplant rejection, and hemoperfusion for severe drug poisoning.

26 years experience

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Yongtong Lai

Associate Chief Physician

Specializes in kidney transplant surgical procedures, prevention and treatment of post-operative infections, and comprehensive management of chronic allograft nephropathy.

22 years experience

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Zhao Jiqiang

Associate Chief Physician

Specializes in liver and kidney transplantation, organ procurement from donation after circulatory death (DCD), and induction of transplant immune tolerance.

19 years experience

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Qiao Anyi

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Specializes in minimally invasive surgical treatment of hepatobiliary and pancreatic tumors, and the diagnosis and treatment of complex biliary tract diseases.

33 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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Cost-Effective IVF

Assisted reproductive services (IVF) cost approximately 1/4 of equivalent services in the United States, with significantly shorter wait times.

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Efficient Scheduling

Priority access channels are available for non-local and international patients to reduce waiting periods for examinations and treatment.

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Patient reviews

4.80 star · 30 Reviews
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h***8

star star star star star 2026-03-05

I visited the Department of Obstetrics at The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University for gestational hypertension. The attending physician demonstrated excellent clinical expertise. The blood pressure management plan was scientifically rigorous. The physician was extremely patient and provided detailed explanations regarding daily precautions. After a period of treatment, my blood pressure is currently stable, and all fetal development indicators are normal. I am very grateful for the professional guidance provided.

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Anonymous User

star star star star star 2026-03-02

We underwent long protocol treatment at the Reproductive Medicine Center for infertility. The technical expertise of the doctors here ranks among the top in the country. Their meticulous procedures helped alleviate our anxiety. Recent follow-up examinations indicate that the embryo implantation is proceeding ideally, and hormone levels have returned to the normal range. We found the medical service provided by the doctors to be very reassuring.

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j***k

star star star star star 2026-02-26

I chose to undergo surgery at the Minimally Invasive Gynecology Department of this hospital due to long-term issues with uterine fibroids. The surgeon demonstrated exceptional skill, and the pre-operative consultation was both professional and approachable. My post-operative recovery progressed faster than anticipated. Follow-up examinations indicate that the incision is healing well, and the previous symptoms of abdominal pain have completely resolved. I am grateful to the medical team for their professional treatment and care in early 2026.

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w***e

star star star star star 2026-02-18

I accompanied a family member for a consultation regarding chronic nephritis and registered for a specialist appointment. The doctor's diagnosis was accurate, and the analysis of the condition was thorough. The doctor was professional and responsible, and did not rush the consultation despite the high patient volume. After one course of medication, urine protein levels decreased significantly, and the patient's mental state improved considerably. Although the waiting time was slightly long, the doctor's professional expertise is truly trustworthy.

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