Who Is Dr. Bao Chunde?
Dr. Bao Chunde (鲍春德) is the Director of Rheumatology at Ruijin Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, and one of China's most distinguished rheumatologists. With extensive clinical and research experience spanning decades, Dr. Bao is internationally recognized for his expertise in ankylosing spondylitis and axial spondyloarthropathy, psoriatic arthritis, gout and crystal arthropathies, and the use of biologic therapies for inflammatory joint diseases. As the department director, Dr. Bao leads one of China's most comprehensive rheumatology programs, overseeing a team that manages the full spectrum of autoimmune and rheumatic conditions. His department's close collaboration with Dermatology and Nephrology at Ruijin Hospital ensures patients with complex multisystem autoimmune disease receive fully integrated care.
What Conditions Does He Treat?
Dr. Bao Chunde specializes in the diagnosis and management of inflammatory joint diseases and autoimmune rheumatic conditions, including:
- Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthropathy (nr-axSpA)
- Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) — including biologic and JAK inhibitor therapy
- Gout and hyperuricemia — including tophaceous gout and refractory cases
- Calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease (CPPD) and pseudogout
- Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) — including treatment-resistant cases
- Reactive arthritis and seronegative arthropathies
- Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and overlap syndromes
- Sjögren's syndrome
- Vasculitis and other systemic autoimmune diseases
- Osteoarthritis with inflammatory features
Why International Patients Choose Dr. Bao
International patients seek Dr. Bao Chunde for his exceptional expertise in spondyloarthropathies and crystal arthropathies — conditions that are frequently undertreated or mismanaged outside of specialized rheumatology centers. For patients with ankylosing spondylitis that has not responded to NSAIDs and requires biologic therapy (TNF inhibitors, IL-17 inhibitors), Dr. Bao's experience with the full range of available biologics and biosimilars ensures patients receive the most effective and cost-efficient treatment. For patients with severe or tophaceous gout that has failed standard urate-lowering therapy, his expertise in advanced gout management — including pegloticase and novel uricosuric agents — can be transformative. As department director, Dr. Bao also provides expert second opinions on complex rheumatological diagnoses that have been difficult to establish elsewhere.
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 autoimmune blood tests, imaging, and treatment history.
- Case Review: Our team reviews your case and confirms the most appropriate specialist — Dr. Bao Chunde or a senior member of his team.
- Appointment Booking: We coordinate directly with Ruijin Hospital to secure your consultation at a convenient time.
- Pre-Visit Preparation: We advise on which blood tests, imaging, 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 joint aspiration or imaging procedures.
- Follow-Up & Treatment Coordination: We help you understand the diagnosis and treatment plan, and coordinate any follow-up care, biologic therapy initiation, or specialist referrals needed.
What to Prepare Before Your Visit
To ensure the most productive consultation with Dr. Bao Chunde, please prepare:
- Inflammatory markers: ESR, CRP, CBC with differential
- Autoimmune tests: HLA-B27 (for ankylosing spondylitis), RF, anti-CCP, ANA, uric acid levels
- Imaging: X-rays of sacroiliac joints and spine (for AS), X-rays of affected joints, MRI of sacroiliac joints (for early axSpA), joint ultrasound if available
- Synovial fluid analysis (if joint aspiration has been performed)
- Records of all prior treatments: NSAIDs, DMARDs, biologics, urate-lowering therapy
- A full list of current medications
- Your passport and travel/health insurance documents
What to Expect on the Day
Ruijin Hospital's Rheumatology Department is equipped with advanced joint ultrasound, immunological testing, and a dedicated autoimmune disease multidisciplinary team. Your consultation with Dr. Bao will involve a thorough musculoskeletal examination, review of your imaging and autoimmune markers, and a clear discussion of diagnosis and treatment options — including whether biologic therapy, advanced urate-lowering treatment, or other targeted approaches are most appropriate. CMCS will ensure all communication is clear and that you leave with a complete understanding of your condition and the recommended plan. If your condition involves skin, kidney, or other organ involvement, we can coordinate referrals to Dermatology, Nephrology, or other specialist departments within Ruijin Hospital seamlessly.
Contact CMCS to Get Started
Ready to book your consultation with Dr. Bao Chunde at Ruijin 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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