Introduction
Professor Shi Jiawei (史嘉玮) is the Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at the Children's Hospital of Fudan University — one of China's most prestigious and highest-volume centers for congenital heart disease surgery. With decades of clinical experience and a distinguished record in complex congenital heart surgery across all age groups, Professor Shi is widely recognized as one of China's foremost experts in pediatric and congenital cardiac surgery. His expertise spans the full spectrum of congenital heart disease, from neonatal emergencies to complex adult congenital heart surgery. International families seeking world-class congenital heart surgery in Shanghai consistently regard Professor Shi as their top choice.
Academic Distinctions & Leadership
- Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Children's Hospital of Fudan University
- Professor of Cardiac Surgery, Fudan University Shanghai Medical College
- Director, Congenital Heart Disease Surgery Center, Children's Hospital of Fudan University
- Member, Chinese Society for Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
- Congenital Heart Disease Committee Member, Chinese Society for Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
- Member, Chinese Pediatric Society, Cardiology Branch
- Editorial Board Member, multiple Chinese pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery journals
- Recipient, multiple national and Shanghai municipal science and technology awards
- Visiting fellow at leading pediatric cardiac surgery centers in the United States and Europe
Specializations & Expertise
Neonatal & Infant Cardiac Surgery
- Neonatal open-heart surgery
- Transposition of the great arteries (arterial switch operation)
- Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (Norwood procedure)
- Total anomalous pulmonary venous connection (TAPVC) repair
- Truncus arteriosus repair
- Interrupted aortic arch repair
- Critical pulmonary stenosis and atresia
- Coarctation of the aorta repair
Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- Tetralogy of Fallot repair
- Double outlet right ventricle (DORV) repair
- Atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD) repair
- Single ventricle palliation (Glenn and Fontan procedures)
- Pulmonary atresia with VSD repair
- Ebstein anomaly surgery
- Congenitally corrected transposition of the great arteries
- Complex heterotaxy syndrome surgery
Simple to Moderate Congenital Heart Disease
- Ventricular septal defect (VSD) repair
- Atrial septal defect (ASD) repair
- Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) ligation
- Pulmonary stenosis repair
- Aortic stenosis surgery
- Minimally invasive congenital heart surgery
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
- Complex adult congenital heart disease surgery
- Fontan circulation revision and management
- Reoperations for congenital heart disease
- Late repair of undiagnosed congenital defects
Clinical Excellence & Innovation
Professor Shi Jiawei has performed thousands of congenital heart surgeries throughout his distinguished career, with outcomes consistently meeting or exceeding international benchmarks. The Congenital Heart Disease Surgery Center at Children's Hospital of Fudan University under his leadership is one of the highest-volume and most respected centers in China.
- Neonatal Cardiac Surgery: Established comprehensive neonatal cardiac surgery protocols achieving excellent outcomes in the most vulnerable patients
- Minimally Invasive Techniques: Pioneered minimally invasive approaches for congenital heart surgery, reducing surgical trauma and improving cosmetic outcomes
- Complex Single Ventricle Surgery: Extensive experience with staged palliation for hypoplastic left heart syndrome and other single ventricle conditions
- Fontan Program: Established a comprehensive Fontan circulation program for long-term management of single ventricle patients
- Hybrid Procedures: Integrated hybrid surgical and catheter-based techniques for complex congenital heart disease
Research & Academic Contributions
Professor Shi is one of China's most prolific pediatric cardiac surgery researchers with numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading Chinese and international journals. Major research contributions include outcomes of neonatal arterial switch operation, long-term Fontan circulation outcomes, minimally invasive congenital heart surgery, and tetralogy of Fallot repair across different age groups.
Hospital Affiliation
Children's Hospital of Fudan University
399 Wanyuan Road, Minhang District, Shanghai 201102
Children's Hospital of Fudan University is one of China's premier pediatric hospitals and a national leader in pediatric cardiac surgery, featuring:
- Thousands of congenital heart surgeries performed annually
- State-of-the-art pediatric cardiac operating rooms
- Specialized pediatric cardiac perfusion and anesthesia teams
- Comprehensive pediatric cardiac ICU (PCICU)
- Advanced cardiac imaging including fetal echocardiography and cardiac MRI
- Fetal cardiology and prenatal diagnosis program
- Hybrid catheterization laboratory
- Fontan clinic for long-term follow-up
- International patient services with English-speaking coordinators
Patient Care Philosophy
- Child-Centered Care: Every treatment plan tailored to the child's specific anatomy, age, and condition
- Family-Centered Approach: Families are integral partners throughout the care journey
- Biventricular Repair When Possible: Strong preference for biventricular repair over single ventricle palliation when feasible
- Minimally Invasive When Appropriate: Reduces surgical trauma and improves cosmetic outcomes
- Lifelong Follow-up: Committed to long-term cardiac surveillance as children grow into adulthood
Why Choose Professor Shi Jiawei?
- China's Leading Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon: Foremost expert in congenital heart disease surgery across all complexity levels
- Exceptional Volume: Thousands of congenital heart surgeries with outcomes meeting international standards
- Neonatal Surgery Excellence: Expert in the most complex neonatal cardiac emergencies
- Single Ventricle Expertise: Comprehensive staged palliation program for HLHS and other single ventricle conditions
- World-Class Facility: China's premier pediatric cardiac surgery center
- Cost-Effective Excellence: Congenital heart surgery costs in Shanghai are typically 70-85% lower than in the US or Europe
- Proven International Track Record: Trusted by families from over 30 countries
Conditions Treated
Cyanotic Congenital Heart Disease
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Transposition of the great arteries (TGA)
- Pulmonary atresia (with and without VSD)
- Tricuspid atresia
- Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS)
- Total anomalous pulmonary venous connection (TAPVC)
- Truncus arteriosus
- Double outlet right ventricle (DORV)
- Heterotaxy syndrome
- Ebstein anomaly
Acyanotic Congenital Heart Disease
- Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
- Atrial septal defect (ASD)
- Atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD)
- Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)
- Pulmonary stenosis
- Aortic stenosis
- Coarctation of the aorta
- Interrupted aortic arch
- Vascular rings and slings
Single Ventricle Conditions
- Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (Norwood, Glenn, Fontan)
- Tricuspid atresia (Glenn, Fontan)
- Fontan revision and complications
International Patient Services
China Medical Concierge - Shanghai (CMCS) provides comprehensive support for international families seeking congenital heart surgery with Professor Shi Jiawei at Children's Hospital of Fudan University.
Pre-Arrival Support
- Medical Record Review: Review of your child's echocardiograms, cardiac CT, catheterization reports, and medical history
- Virtual Consultation: Video consultation with Professor Shi's team
- Treatment Planning: Personalized surgical plan with expected outcomes and recovery timeline
- Cost Transparency: Detailed cost estimate including surgery, PCICU, and hospitalization
- Visa Assistance: Medical visas for child and accompanying family members
- Travel Arrangements: Flights, airport pickup, and family accommodation
During Treatment
- Professional Medical Interpretation: Experienced pediatric cardiac surgery interpreters at all appointments
- Hospital Navigation Support: Registration, payment, and hospital navigation assistance
- Surgical Support: Family accompaniment on surgery day
- 24/7 Support: Round-the-clock assistance for any concerns
Post-Treatment Care
- Surgical Report Translation: Complete translation of operative reports
- Treatment Summary: Comprehensive summary for your home pediatric cardiologist
- Follow-up Plan: Guidance on wound care, activity restrictions, and echocardiography schedule
- Telemedicine Follow-up: Virtual follow-up with Professor Shi's team
- Long-term Support: Ongoing assistance as your child grows
Schedule Your Consultation
If your child has been diagnosed with congenital heart disease — whether a simple defect or a complex condition requiring staged surgery — Professor Shi Jiawei at Children's Hospital of Fudan University offers world-class pediatric cardiac surgical expertise at a fraction of Western costs.
Contact China Medical Concierge - Shanghai today to request a cardiac record review, schedule a virtual consultation, and begin planning your family's journey to Shanghai for expert congenital heart surgery.
Bridging international families with Shanghai's finest pediatric cardiac surgeons — because every child's heart deserves the care of China's most experienced congenital heart surgery team.
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