Dr. Qu Jieming (瞿介明) - Chief of Pulmonology at Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Introduction

Professor Qu Jieming (瞿介明) is the Chief of Pulmonology at Ruijin Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine — one of China's most prestigious and historically significant medical centers. Professor Qu is widely recognized as one of China's foremost pulmonologists, with particular expertise in pneumonia, respiratory infections, COPD, and complex pulmonary disorders. As one of China's leading authorities on community-acquired pneumonia and respiratory infections, Professor Qu has made landmark contributions to the understanding and management of respiratory infectious diseases in China. International patients with pneumonia, respiratory infections, COPD, and complex pulmonary conditions consistently regard Professor Qu as one of Shanghai's premier choices for expert pulmonary care.

Academic Distinctions & Leadership

• Chief of Pulmonology, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
• Professor of Respiratory Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
• Director, Pulmonology Department, Ruijin Hospital
• Member, Chinese Society of Respiratory Diseases
• Pneumonia Committee Member, Chinese Society of Respiratory Diseases
• Member, Chinese Medical Association, Respiratory Branch
• Editorial Board Member, multiple Chinese and international respiratory medicine journals
• Recipient, multiple national and Shanghai municipal science and technology awards
• Visiting professor at leading pulmonology centers internationally

Specializations & Expertise

Pneumonia & Respiratory Infections

• Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) diagnosis and management
• Hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) management
• Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) management
• Severe pneumonia and septic shock management
• Atypical pneumonia (Mycoplasma, Legionella, Chlamydia)
• Viral pneumonia management
• Fungal pulmonary infections (Aspergillus, Cryptococcus)
• Tuberculosis diagnosis and management
• Non-tuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease
• Pneumonia in immunocompromised patients

COPD

• COPD diagnosis and staging (GOLD guidelines)
• COPD stable phase management
• COPD acute exacerbation management
• Pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD
• Long-term oxygen therapy
• Non-invasive ventilation for COPD
• Smoking cessation program

Asthma

• Asthma diagnosis and severity assessment
• Severe and difficult-to-treat asthma management
• Biologic therapy for severe asthma (anti-IL-5, anti-IgE)
• Occupational asthma evaluation
• Asthma-COPD overlap syndrome

Interstitial Lung Disease

• ILD diagnosis (HRCT, BAL, lung biopsy)
• Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) management
• Connective tissue disease-associated ILD
• Hypersensitivity pneumonitis
• Sarcoidosis management

Interventional Pulmonology

• Flexible bronchoscopy
• Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL)
• Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS)
• CT-guided lung biopsy
• Thoracentesis and pleural procedures

Clinical Excellence & Innovation

Professor Qu Jieming has managed thousands of pulmonology patients throughout his distinguished career, with a particular reputation for excellence in pneumonia management and respiratory infections. He is one of China's most respected authorities on community-acquired pneumonia.

• Pneumonia Authority: One of China's foremost experts in pneumonia diagnosis and management, with extensive experience in severe CAP, atypical pneumonia, and pneumonia in immunocompromised patients
• Respiratory Infection Expert: Comprehensive expertise in the full spectrum of respiratory infections including bacterial, viral, fungal, and mycobacterial lung infections
• National Guidelines: Led development of China's national community-acquired pneumonia management guidelines
• COPD Management: Comprehensive COPD management program including pulmonary rehabilitation and non-invasive ventilation
• Severe Asthma: Expert in biologic therapy for severe asthma, including anti-IL-5 and anti-IgE treatments

Research & Academic Contributions

Professor Qu is one of China's most prolific pulmonology researchers with numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading Chinese and international respiratory medicine journals. His research focuses on pneumonia epidemiology and management, respiratory infections, COPD, and asthma.

Hospital Affiliation

Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
197 Ruijin Er Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200025

Ruijin Hospital's Pulmonology Department is one of China's most respected respiratory medicine centers, featuring:

• High-volume pulmonology program
• Comprehensive respiratory infection management program
• Advanced microbiological laboratory for respiratory pathogen identification
• Interventional pulmonology suite
• Pulmonary function laboratory
• Non-invasive ventilation program
• International patient services with English-speaking coordinators

Patient Care Philosophy

• Accurate Diagnosis: Comprehensive microbiological workup before antibiotic decisions
• Antibiotic Stewardship: Rational antibiotic use guided by culture results and local resistance patterns
• COPD Optimization: Maximizing COPD control through optimized inhaler therapy and pulmonary rehabilitation
• Multidisciplinary Approach: Complex respiratory cases reviewed by a comprehensive MDT
• Evidence-Based Practice: All decisions guided by the latest international respiratory medicine guidelines

Why Choose Professor Qu Jieming?

• Pneumonia Authority: One of China's foremost experts in pneumonia and respiratory infections
• National Guidelines Author: Led development of China's CAP management guidelines
• Comprehensive Infection Expertise: Full spectrum of bacterial, viral, fungal, and mycobacterial lung infections
• Severe Asthma Biologics: Expert in biologic therapy for difficult-to-treat asthma
• Cost-Effective Excellence: Pulmonology care costs in Shanghai are typically 60-75% lower than in the US or Europe
• Proven International Track Record: Trusted by patients from around the world

Conditions Treated

Respiratory Infections

• Community-acquired pneumonia
• Hospital-acquired pneumonia
• Severe pneumonia
• Atypical pneumonia
• Fungal lung infections
• Tuberculosis
• Non-tuberculous mycobacterial lung disease

Obstructive Lung Diseases

• COPD (all stages)
• Asthma (including severe asthma)
• Bronchiectasis

Interstitial Lung Diseases

• Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
• Connective tissue disease-associated ILD
• Hypersensitivity pneumonitis
• Sarcoidosis

International Patient Services

China Medical Concierge - Shanghai (CMCS) provides comprehensive support for international patients seeking pulmonology care with Professor Qu Jieming at Ruijin Hospital.

Pre-Arrival Support

• Medical Record Review: Review of your CT, PFT, sputum cultures, and prior workup
• Virtual Consultation: Video consultation with Professor Qu's team
• Treatment Planning: Personalized pulmonology evaluation and treatment plan
• Cost Transparency: Detailed cost estimate including consultations and treatment
• Visa Assistance: Medical visa guidance and invitation letters
• Travel Arrangements: Flights, airport pickup, and accommodation near the hospital

During Treatment

• Professional Medical Interpretation: Experienced pulmonology interpreters at all appointments
• Hospital Navigation Support: Registration, payment, and hospital navigation assistance
• 24/7 Support: Round-the-clock assistance for any concerns

Post-Treatment Care

• Report Translation: Complete translation of all diagnostic and treatment reports
• Treatment Summary: Comprehensive pulmonology summary for your home pulmonologist
• Medication Guide: Detailed inhaler and antibiotic instructions
• Telemedicine Follow-up: Virtual follow-up with Professor Qu's team
• Long-term Support: Ongoing assistance after returning home

Schedule Your Consultation

If you or a loved one has pneumonia, a respiratory infection, COPD, severe asthma, or another complex pulmonary condition, Professor Qu Jieming at Ruijin Hospital offers world-class pulmonology expertise at a fraction of Western costs.

Contact China Medical Concierge - Shanghai today to request a pulmonary workup review, schedule a virtual consultation, and begin planning your journey to Shanghai for expert pulmonology care.

Bridging international patients with Shanghai's finest pulmonologists — because your lungs deserve the care of China's most experienced respiratory medicine team.