Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
Shanghai, China
Key Insight: The hospital ranks #1 nationally for Innovation & Technology Transfer for 3 consecutive years (2021-2023). It commands a massive surgical volume, including 110,000+ inpatient and 180,000+ outpatient surgeries annually, solidifying its premier operational scale.
A Century of Heritage &
Unmatched Surgical Precision
Established in 1920 as Bethel Hospital, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital is a world-class institution operating across four main campuses. Renowned for its transformative advancements, it houses the world's largest plastic surgery center, managing over 300,000 annual outpatient visits and 110,000 treatments.
The hospital leads globally in tissue engineering, advanced 3D-printed orthopedic implants, and complex cranio-maxillofacial tumor resections. Backed by 5 CAE Academicians, it remains a pioneering force in modern surgical and oral medicine.
Host Unit
National Oral Medicine Center
Institutional Status & External Evidence
National Key Disciplines & Specialties
Reconstructive & Plastic Surgery
Ranked #1 nationally for over 10 consecutive years. The world's largest center with 22 specialized sub-disciplines.
Oral Clinical Medicine
Founded by CAE Academician Qiu Weilu; encompassing 15 National Clinical Key Specialties within a single cluster.
Orthopedics
Founded by CAE Academician Dai Kerou; pioneered China's first custom artificial hip replacement and leads in 3D printing.
Basic Stomatology
National Key Cultivation Discipline driving research in oral mucosa, tumor biology, and advanced dental materials.
Medical & Research Innovation Hubs
Elite International Medical Department
Opened in January 2024 at the Pudong campus, the International Medical Department (IMD) integrates consultation, examination, and advanced surgery into a premier one-stop service system, backed by over 170 renowned specialist professors.
- World-class Oral Medicine suite with 100+ dental chairs, led by global periodontology expert Prof. Tonetti.
- Advanced subspecialty centers including the national benchmark Hearing Implant Center and full-field femtosecond laser ophthalmology.
- Seamless direct billing partnerships with 10 leading commercial insurance companies.
Global Excellence Standard
Positioned as a cornerstone of Shanghai's international medical tourism ecosystem, the IMD translates the hospital's #1 ranked clinical outcomes into bespoke care for global citizens.
Shanghai Medical Tourism Hub
Pioneering cross-border healthcare delivery and continuous clinical excellence in China.
Source & Verification
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