The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University

The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University

star 4.80 · 30 Reviews location_on Guangzhou
verifiedClass A Tertiary Hospital verifiedNational Baby-Friendly Hospital Est. 1971
Ranking Rated A++ in the 2023 Fudan University China Hospital Rankings (National Top 20-40)
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1971
Established
6,000+
Beds
5.4M+
Annual outpatients
90K+
Annual surgeries
Mandarin, English, Cantonese, Hakka
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About the hospital

Founded in 1971, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU-3) is a comprehensive Class A tertiary hospital directly under the National Health Commission. The hospital is renowned both domestically and internationally for its specialized expertise in liver diseases, neurological disorders, and the treatment of complex and critical conditions. It operates four campuses—Tianhe, Luogang, Eastern Guangdong, and Zhaoqing—forming a strategic multi-campus development model. As a provider for the National Regional Medical Center project, the hospital maintains leading national positions in hepatology (liver transplantation, severe hepatitis treatment), brain sciences (childhood autism, minimally invasive spine surgery, neuroimmunology), and immune-related diseases. The institution hosts 5 national key disciplines (General Surgery, Endocrinology, Neurology, Nephrology, and Otolaryngology) and 13 national clinical key specialty construction projects.

Why choose this hospital

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Hepatology Leadership

National leader in hepatology, liver surgery, and transplantation, with adult living donor liver transplant cases among the highest in the country.

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Neurological Excellence

The Child Behavioral Development Center is a domestic authority for autism diagnosis and treatment; minimally invasive spine surgery and neuroimmunology hold international influence.

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Multi-Campus Network

Operates four campuses in Tianhe (Guangzhou), Huangpu (Lingnan), Meizhou (Eastern Guangdong), and Zhaoqing, with a total planned capacity of over 6,000 beds.

Top specialties

18 departments

Clinical Nursing

National Key Clinical Specialty; Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty; Ranked No. 1 in Guangdong Province for nursing science and technology metrics in 2023

The Department of Clinical Nursing at the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University is a National Key Clinical Specialty. It operates an integrated platform consisting of the Nursing Department, the Nursing Teaching and Research Office, and the Nursing Innovation Center. The department maintains a leading position in China for nursing care related to liver diseases, neurological disorders, and immune diseases. It pioneered a comprehensive, whole-course management model for neuroimmune diseases, and its impact in nursing science and technology consistently ranks among the top in Guangdong Province.

Department of Rehabilitation Medicine

Ranked sixth nationally in the 2023 Fudan University Hospital Rankings for rehabilitation medicine specialty reputation, and has ranked first in South China for four consecutive years.

Established in 1995, the department is a National Key Clinical Specialty Construction Project and a Guangdong Provincial High-level Key Clinical Specialty. It focuses on neurological rehabilitation as its core specialty. The department is a leader in China for the assessment and treatment of dysphagia, cognitive impairment, and speech disorders, utilizing several rehabilitation assessment and treatment technologies pioneered in the country.

Psychiatry and Psychology

The oldest psychiatric department with the highest patient volume among general hospitals in South China.

Established in 1983, it is one of the earliest departments in China to offer psychological counseling within a general hospital. Serving as a Residency Training Base for the Ministry of Health and a National Clinical Trial Institution for Drugs, the department is a leading center in South China for the diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia, affective disorders, and cognitive disorders. It provides a comprehensive intervention model integrating pharmacological, psychological, and physical therapies.

Orthopedics

National Key Clinical Specialty | Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty

Established in 1972, the department is an authorized master's and doctoral degree training center and a postdoctoral research station under the Ministry of Education. It includes subspecialties such as spine surgery, joint surgery, orthopedic trauma, and sports medicine. As a National Key Clinical Specialty, it houses the International Medical Center for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and is a leading center in China for minimally invasive spine surgery and spinal cord injury repair.

Department of Gastroenterology

National Key Clinical Specialty, Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty

This department is a modern clinical discipline integrating medical care, education, and research. It includes subspecialties such as gastroenterology, pancreatobiliary diseases, and liver cirrhosis, as well as an endoscopy center. As a Chief Scientist institution for the National 973 Program, it holds a leading position in China in the endoscopic treatment of esophagogastric varices, the diagnosis and treatment of early gastrointestinal cancers, and hepatology.

Department of Infectious Diseases

National Key Clinical Specialty; Nominated in the Fudan University China Hospital Specialty Reputation Rankings

Founded in 1954, the department is one of the earliest infectious disease teaching and research centers established in China. It currently operates eight inpatient wards across four hospital campuses in three cities. The department is designated as a National Key Clinical Specialty, a National Clinical Trial Base for New Drugs in Infectious Diseases, and a Key Laboratory of Tropical Disease Control and Prevention by the Ministry of Education. It is a leading center in China for the diagnosis and treatment of viral hepatitis and liver failure.

Leading experts

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Huijuan Li

Chief Superintendent Nurse, Director of Nursing Department, Master's Supervisor

Neuroimmunology nursing, dysphagia rehabilitation, nursing management

18 years experience

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Hu Ailing

Chief Superintendent Nurse, Master's Supervisor

Wound, ostomy, and continence (WOC) nursing; diabetic foot care; chronic wounds

38 years experience

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Chen Miaoxia

Chief Superintendent Nurse

Clinical nursing management, critical care nursing, infectious disease nursing

35 years experience

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Huang Shiju

Chief Superintendent Nurse, Surgical Head Nurse

Clinical surgical nursing, clinical nutrition nursing, perioperative management

35 years experience

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Zulin Dou

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Dysphagia rehabilitation, neurogenic speech disorders, and botulinum toxin injection therapy

35 years experience

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Hu Xiquan

Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor

Stroke and traumatic brain injury rehabilitation, cognitive and swallowing disorder rehabilitation, and neuromodulation

30 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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International patient services

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HK and Macao Medicine and Equipment Connect

As a designated medical institution, the hospital can utilize clinically urgent drugs and medical devices already marketed in Hong Kong and Macao.

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Direct Billing for Cross-border Insurance

Collaborates with multiple international and HK/Macao insurance providers to support direct settlement of medical expenses for cross-border patients.

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Transportation Hub

The Tianhe Campus is located in the core CBD of Guangzhou, adjacent to Guangzhou East Railway Station, offering convenient cross-border transportation.

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Patient reviews

4.80 star · 30 Reviews
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h***6

star star star star star 2026-03-07

I have been receiving follow-up care for chronic hepatitis B at the Department of Infectious Diseases, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, for many years. During a follow-up examination in early 2026, the physician demonstrated a high level of professional expertise and precisely adjusted my medication regimen to address drug resistance. The physician was patient and thorough, providing detailed explanations of my laboratory test results. Following two months of standardized treatment, my viral load has fallen below the detection limit, and all liver function indicators have fully returned to normal levels. The efficacy of the treatment has been significant.

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Anonymous User

star star star star star 2026-03-05

I recently visited the Department of Spine Surgery due to restricted mobility caused by recurrent lumbar disc herniation. The surgical plan formulated by the doctor was highly precise. Following the minimally invasive surgery, my pain was alleviated immediately. During my hospitalization, the doctors conducted rounds meticulously and treated me with a kind demeanor, which alleviated my anxiety. At the one-month postoperative follow-up, I am now able to walk normally. The recovery of the affected area has exceeded expectations. I am grateful for the exceptional medical expertise of the specialists at the Third Hospital.

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h***7

star star star star star 2026-03-05

I sought medical attention at the Department of Hepatology of the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University for chronic hepatitis B. The attending physician demonstrated highly professional diagnostic and clinical skills. Through comprehensive examinations, the antiviral medication regimen was precisely adjusted. The doctor was approachable and patiently addressed my concerns regarding long-term medication use. The treatment outcomes have been significant; liver function indicators have returned to normal, and the viral load has dropped below the detection limit. I am deeply grateful for the doctor's dedicated care.

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j***y

star star star star star 2026-03-02

My child suffers from allergic rhinitis and had a persistent runny nose. We visited the ENT Department in February 2026. The doctor provided an accurate diagnosis, prescribed targeted medication, and patiently instructed us on the correct method for daily nasal irrigation. The doctor's professionalism and patience were very reassuring to us as parents. After three weeks of treatment, the child's allergic symptoms were significantly alleviated, and sleep quality improved. We are very satisfied with this medical experience.

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