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The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University

STEM Specialty Ranking: No. 13 Nationally & No. 1 in Guangdong (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
Top Specialties
Obstetrics
National Key Clinical Specialty. Earliest and most comprehensive critically ill maternal rescue center in South China.
Reproductive Medicine
Delivered Guangdong's first IVF baby; one of the largest centers with pregnancy rates > 55%.
Gynecology
Guangdong Provincial Key Specialty. Over 80% of surgeries performed laparoscopically.
Hospital Introduction
Founded in 1899 as one of China's earliest Western medicine hospitals, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University (Rouji Hospital) is a Grade III Class A comprehensive hospital. With a 126-year history, it is celebrated for its exceptional maternal and infant care, pioneering reproductive medicine, and comprehensive clinical research across its Liwan, Huangpu, and Baiyun campuses.
Grade III Class A
National Key Specialty
Double First-Class Discipline
Joint International Gene Lab
Book Consultation
Hospital Tier
Tertiary Grade-A
Ownership
Public Hospital
Location
Guangzhou, China
Established
1899
Address
No. 63, Duobao Road, Liwan District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, China
The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University
No. 63, Duobao Road, Liwan District
Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
2 Annual Outpatient Visits (Millions)
50000 Annual Inpatient Discharges
500 Recent Funded Research Projects
1500 Authorized Beds

Key Insight: The hospital maintains an exceptional 99% rescue success rate for critically ill maternal cases and performs over 80% of gynecological surgeries using advanced laparoscopic techniques.

A Century of Compassion &
Innovation in Women's Health

The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University stands as a monument to modern medicine, originating as the dispensary of the Guangdong Women's Medical School in 1899. Today, it is a comprehensive clinical powerhouse renowned for its "Rouji Culture" and dedication to maternal and neonatal health.

Operating across vast campuses in Liwan and Huangpu, the hospital employs nearly 2,500 staff. It is not only a pioneer in assisted reproductive technologies but also leads Guangdong in critical obstetric care, housing the most comprehensive maternal rescue center in South China.

Host Unit

Guangdong Obstetric Clinical Quality Control Center

Guangdong Critically Ill Neonatal Rescue Center
Guangdong Key Laboratory of Obstetric Major Diseases

STEM (Science & Technology Evaluation Metrics)

Top 13

National Specialty Ranking

Obstetrics & Gynecology ranked 13th nationally and 1st in Guangdong Province in the 2023 China STEM rankings.

Institutional Status & External Evidence

Ranking / External Evaluation
STEM No. 1 in Guangdong (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
Hospital Classification / Accreditation
Grade III Class A Hospital (1994, 2015, 2024) National Standardized Training Base for Resident Physicians
National Designations / Academic Indicators
National Baby-Friendly Hospital National Drug Clinical Trial Institution (GCP) National Stem Cell Clinical Research Registration Institution

National Key Disciplines & Specialties

Obstetrics

National Key Clinical Specialty. Pioneered the world's first 3D printing surgery for complex placenta accreta spectrum disorders.

Reproductive Medicine

One of China's first approved ART centers; boasts exceptional pregnancy rates exceeding 55%.

Gynecology

Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialty. Focused on gynecologic oncology and advanced minimally invasive techniques.

Clinical Medicine

Guangdong Provincial "Peak-Climbing" Key Discipline and National "Double First-Class" construction discipline.

Orthopedics & General Practice

Guangdong Provincial Key Specialties featuring hallmark techniques in minimally invasive spine surgery.

Neonatology & Clinical Nursing

Guangdong Provincial Key Clinical Specialties ensuring comprehensive continuity of care for mothers and infants.

Medical & Research Innovation Hubs

National Drug Clinical Trial Institution (GCP)
National Stem Cell Clinical Research Registration Institution
Guangdong Obstetric Clinical Quality Control Center
Guangdong Critically Ill Neonatal & Maternal Rescue Centers
Guangdong Clinical Medicine Research Center for Gynecologic Diseases
Guangdong Key Laboratory of Obstetric Major Diseases
Guangdong Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Diagnosis & Treatment Center
Guangzhou Institute of Obstetrics & Gynecology
He Lin Academician's New Medicine Clinical Translation Workstation
Joint Gene Chip Laboratory with Chinese University of Hong Kong

International Collaboration & Academic Exchange

While not housing a standalone "International Medical Department," the hospital's research and training frameworks are deeply globally integrated. The Huangpu Campus is explicitly designed with an "International Vision," aiming to function as a highly intelligent, internationally oriented medical center.

  • Joint laboratory with The Chinese University of Hong Kong for advanced fetal NGS gene chip detection.
  • Active collaborative unit of the China Medical Board (CMB) Residency Training Reform Program since 2008.
  • Accepts and trains international students, continuously fostering cross-border medical education.

Global Excellence Standard

By combining its century-long legacy with modern global collaborations and cutting-edge translational medicine platforms, the hospital provides world-class maternal and reproductive care.

Groundbreaking Research

Pioneering treatments and genetic diagnostics for rare diseases, achieving global recognition.

Source & Verification

Hospital entity information on this page is maintained from official institutional and government-level sources reviewed by MedBridge. Departmental services, rankings, certifications, and operational information may change over time and should be confirmed with the institution before making a medical decision.

Primary Institutional Source The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University — official hospital website.
Government / Official Records Chinese government and official institutional records reviewed as part of the MedBridge audit process.
MedBridge Verification Hospital entity data has been reviewed against the source records maintained by MedBridge.
QA date: October 6, 2026.