Orthopedic & Spine Surgery at Zhongshan Hospital
The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, is one of China's leading centers for joint replacement, spinal surgery, sports medicine, and orthopedic oncology. With a team of senior orthopedic and spine surgeons — including Dr. Chen Shuang (陈双), a specialist in minimally invasive spine surgery and cervical and lumbar conditions — the department offers international patients access to comprehensive, subspecialty orthopedic care within one of Shanghai's most complete academic medical centers. For patients requiring highly complex spinal deformity correction or revision spine surgery, CMCS also provides access to Dr. Yuan Wen's world-renowned Spine Surgery Department at Changzheng Hospital, ensuring patients are matched to the right surgical team for their specific spinal condition.
What Conditions Are Treated?
Zhongshan Hospital's Orthopedic and Spine Surgery Department specializes in the surgical and non-surgical management of a wide range of musculoskeletal and spinal conditions, including:
- Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) — anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), cervical laminoplasty
- Cervical disc herniation and radiculopathy
- Lumbar disc herniation — microdiscectomy and minimally invasive endoscopic approaches
- Lumbar spinal stenosis — decompression and fusion
- Lumbar spondylolisthesis — minimally invasive TLIF and PLIF
- Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) — endoscopic and tubular approaches
- Total hip replacement (THR) and total knee replacement (TKR)
- Sports medicine and arthroscopy: ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, rotator cuff repair
- Bone and soft tissue tumors — limb salvage surgery and orthopedic oncology
- Complex fracture management and orthopedic trauma
- Osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures — vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty
Why International Patients Choose Zhongshan for Orthopedics
International patients choose Zhongshan Hospital's Orthopedic Department for its comprehensive subspecialty coverage, its particular strength in minimally invasive spine surgery, and its integration within one of Shanghai's most complete academic medical centers. For patients with cervical myelopathy causing progressive neurological symptoms, or lumbar disc herniation that has failed conservative management, the department's expertise in minimally invasive approaches means many patients can benefit from shorter hospital stays and faster recovery compared to traditional open surgery. The department's close collaboration with Ultrasound Medicine and Radiology at Zhongshan Hospital ensures precise pre-operative imaging and intraoperative guidance for complex cases.
How CMCS Arranges Your Appointment
CMCS manages every aspect of your medical visit so you can focus on your health. Here's how we help:
- Initial Consultation: Contact CMCS and share your spine or joint imaging, neurological assessment, and treatment history.
- Case Review: Our team reviews your case and identifies the most appropriate orthopedic or spine surgeon within Zhongshan's department — or recommends Changzheng Hospital for highly complex spinal deformity cases.
- Appointment Booking: We coordinate directly with Zhongshan Hospital to secure your consultation at a convenient time.
- Pre-Visit Preparation: We advise on which imaging files and prior treatment records to bring or send in advance.
- On-the-Day Support: A CMCS coordinator accompanies you through registration, consultation, and any same-day assessments or imaging.
- Surgical & Follow-Up Coordination: If surgery is recommended, CMCS helps coordinate hospital admission, pre-operative workup, and post-operative rehabilitation planning.
What to Prepare Before Your Visit
To ensure the most productive orthopedic or spine consultation, please prepare:
- Recent MRI of the affected spine region or joint (digital files essential)
- CT scan of the spine or affected area (for bony anatomy and surgical planning)
- Standing full-spine X-rays (for deformity assessment)
- Weight-bearing X-rays of hip or knee (for arthroplasty evaluation)
- Neurological assessment: EMG/nerve conduction studies (for radiculopathy or myelopathy)
- Records of all prior orthopedic treatments: physiotherapy, injections, prior surgery
- A full list of current medications
- Your passport and travel/health insurance documents
What to Expect on the Day
Zhongshan Hospital's Orthopedic Surgery Department is equipped with advanced surgical navigation, endoscopic spine surgery systems, arthroscopic surgery suites, and robotic-assisted joint replacement technology. Your consultation will involve a thorough review of your imaging and clinical history, followed by a clear discussion of surgical and non-surgical treatment options. CMCS will ensure all communication is clear and that you leave with a complete understanding of your condition and the recommended plan. If highly complex spinal deformity correction or revision spine surgery is needed, we can coordinate referrals to Dr. Yuan Wen's Spine Surgery team at Changzheng Hospital seamlessly.
Contact CMCS to Get Started
Ready to book your orthopedic or spine surgery consultation at Zhongshan Hospital? Contact our team today:
CMCS is your trusted medical concierge partner in Shanghai — making world-class Chinese healthcare accessible to international patients.
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