The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine (Guangdong Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology)

The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine (Guangdong Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology)

star 4.80 · 30 Reviews location_on Guangzhou
verifiedClass A Tertiary Chinese Medicine Hospital verifiedNational Clinical Drug Trial Base Est. 1985
Ranking Ranked 1st Nationally in the National Performance Appraisal of Public Specialized Chinese Medicine Hospitals
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1985
Established
1,200+
Beds
1.1M+
Annual outpatients
35K+
Annual surgeries
Chinese, English, Cantonese
Language support

About the hospital

The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine (Guangdong Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology) is a Class A tertiary specialized hospital of Chinese medicine integrating medical care, education, and research. As the supporting institution for the National Key Discipline of Orthopaedics and Traumatology of Chinese Medicine, the hospital has extensive technical expertise in fields such as joint, spine, trauma, and osteoporosis. The hospital has developed several unique traditional Chinese medicine orthopaedic therapies, such as the 'Stick-Point Tendon Regulation Method,' and maintains a leading national position in hip-preserving treatments for femoral head necrosis and minimally invasive treatments for complex fractures. For several consecutive years, the hospital has ranked among the top three specialized hospitals in the National Performance Appraisal of Public Chinese Medicine Hospitals, representing the highest standards of orthopaedics and traumatology of Chinese medicine in China.

Why choose this hospital

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National Top Ranking

Ranked 1st in the 2020 National Performance Appraisal of Class A Tertiary Public Specialized Chinese Medicine Hospitals, consistently among the top three nationwide for five consecutive years

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Orthopaedic Authority

National Key Discipline, featuring 8 provincial-level key specialties including Joint, Spine, and Osteoporosis

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Deep Heritage

Inheriting the Lingnan School of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, with a team of Guangdong Provincial Masters of Chinese Medicine and national-level academic leaders

Top specialties

8 departments

Department of Hematology

National Dominant Specialty in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangdong Provincial Key Specialty in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Department of Hematology at the Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine is a National Dominant Specialty in Traditional Chinese Medicine and a Guangdong Provincial Key Specialty in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The department integrates traditional Chinese and Western medicine, utilizing traditional Chinese herbal formulas and specialized therapies to diagnose and treat various hematological disorders and tumors. It features distinct traditional Chinese medicine characteristics and significant clinical efficacy.

Department of Rehabilitation Medicine

Guangdong Provincial Key Specialty in Traditional Chinese Medicine

This department is a Guangdong Provincial Key Specialty in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Building on the hospital's established background in orthopedics and traumatology, it follows a rehabilitation philosophy that uses Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as the foundation and Western medicine as practical support. The department comprises injury management, acupuncture, Tuina (Chinese therapeutic massage), and modern rehabilitation therapies. It specializes in traditional bone-setting techniques, Lingnan-style acupuncture (such as Jin's Three-Needle Therapy), and modern rehabilitation technologies to provide systematic diagnostic and treatment services for spine-related diseases, postoperative bone and joint dysfunction, stroke sequelae, and various pain conditions. It is well-recognized in the South China region.

Department of Osteoporosis

First Batch of Renowned Traditional Chinese Medicine Departments in Guangdong Province

Established in 1998, the department serves as the Guangdong Provincial Treatment Center for Osteoporosis with Traditional Chinese Medicine and the lead unit of the Key Specialty Collaborative Group under the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Based on the traditional Chinese medicine theories that 'the kidneys govern the bones,' 'the spleen and kidneys are correlated,' and the 'blood stasis theory,' the department has established treatment principles focused on tonifying the kidneys and strengthening the bones, invigorating the spleen and replenishing qi, and promoting blood circulation to unblock collateral channels. It maintains a leading position in China in the diagnosis and treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis and senile osteoporosis using traditional Chinese medicine and integrated Chinese and Western medicine, and has developed specialized preparations such as Gukang Oral Liquid.

Department of Tuina

Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty; Key Specialty Construction Unit of the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine during the 11th Five-Year Plan Period

The Tuina Department (also known as the Injury Treatment and Tuina Department) at the Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine is a Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty. The department preserves traditional techniques such as the 'One-Finger Zen' and 'Rolling' methods, integrates modern bone-setting and spinal manipulation techniques, and has developed the 'Major Tuina' and 'Three-Position Ten-Method' treatment systems. It specializes in the non-surgical diagnosis and treatment of cervical spondylosis, lumbar disc herniation, scoliosis, and various soft tissue injuries, serving as a major specialty featuring Traditional Chinese Medicine in South China.

Orthopedic Trauma

National Key Discipline

This department is an integral part of the National Key Discipline of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Orthopedics and Traumatology, integrating clinical care, education, and research. It combines traditional Chinese and Western medicine and features a specialized manual reduction team. The team specializes in treating fractures and dislocations using traditional Chinese manual techniques, offering a non-surgical alternative for patients. Additionally, the department performs microsurgery and minimally invasive orthopedic procedures, and is among the leading centers in China for the treatment of severe trauma and bone diseases.

Gynecology

Master's Degree Granting Discipline of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine

This department is a key specialty of the hospital and is authorized to grant master's degrees in Gynecology of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It integrates traditional Chinese and Western medicine, providing specific clinical benefits and effective outcomes in the application of traditional Chinese medicine for assisted reproductive technology (IVF combined with herbal medicine), as well as in the treatment of infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Leading experts

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Shujun Xie

Physician

Integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine for the diagnosis and treatment of hematologic malignancies

8 years experience

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Qin Weizhi

Associate Chief Physician

Treatment of lumbar disc herniation, spine-related disorders, and sequelae of fractures using the "Three-Position Ten-Method" technique.

40 years experience

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Qu Chongzheng

Associate Chief Physician

Traditional Tuina and acupuncture for the treatment of spinal diseases, soft tissue injuries of the limbs, and neck, shoulder, waist, and leg pain.

25 years experience

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Li Min

Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

TCM weight management, postpartum rehabilitation, cosmetic acupuncture, and management of miscellaneous gynecological disorders

25 years experience

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Guan Weishan

Attending Physician

Treatment of neck, shoulder, waist, and leg pain, as well as limb joint diseases using traditional Tuina therapy.

15 years experience

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Wujie Chen

Attending Physician

Cerebrovascular disease rehabilitation, cervical spondylosis, acute lumbar sprain, and piriformis syndrome.

15 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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Green Channel

Priority appointment and examination services for non-local and international patients to reduce waiting times

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Cost-Effectiveness

Compared to Western countries, traditional Chinese medicine orthopaedic treatments can save approximately 60%-80% in costs with proven clinical efficacy

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Convenient Transport

Located in Guangzhou, the core hub of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, with seamless transportation links to Hong Kong and Macao

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check_circle Hip-Preserving Treatment for Femoral Head Necrosis
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Patient reviews

4.80 star · 30 Reviews
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Undisclosed patient

star star star star star 2025-12-12

[Diagnosis] Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) of the right hip with a labral tear. [Purpose of Visit] Seeking minimally invasive surgical treatment. [Treatment Outcome] I was able to walk with crutches on the first day after surgery, and the pain has disappeared. My right hip used to feel like a rusty revolving door, but now it is finally pain-free. I am looking forward to returning to sports. [Service Evaluation] This is an excellent hospital with highly professional staff. Their efficiency, professionalism, and patient-centered care are truly commendable. In particular, Dr. Zheng Weipeng from Professor Wei Hewei's team explained the condition clearly and concisely, and his minimally invasive techniques are remarkable.

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Undisclosed patient

star star star star star 2024-12-03

[Condition]: Internal medicine management [Effectiveness]: Satisfactory [Attitude]: Gentle and compassionate [Details]: Dr. Wu is one of the most gentle, kind, and responsible doctors I have consulted. She answered my questions patiently, which was very helpful. The entire consultation process was very comfortable and reassuring.

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Undisclosed patient

star star star star star 2024-11-23

[Condition]: Insomnia [Effectiveness]: Very satisfied [Attitude]: Very satisfied [Details]: I am deeply grateful to Dr. Wu. Your treatment has resolved my long-standing insomnia; the results are remarkable. Dr. Wu is highly skilled and very responsible. The medication was precise and the outcome was significant.

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Undisclosed patient

star star star star star 2024-11-15

[Condition]: Insomnia [Effectiveness]: Very satisfied [Attitude]: Very satisfied [Details]: I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Director Wu! Just a few doses of the medication resolved my chronic insomnia of many years. Now I fall asleep quickly, my sleep quality has significantly improved, and I feel refreshed during the day. Additionally, my digestive system has become much more regular. The medication you prescribed is gentle and easy to take, and the cost is very reasonable. You are a truly caring physician! Thank you very much for your professional expertise and compassionate care!

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