Who Is Dr. Chen Yihan?
Dr. Chen Yihan (陈义汉) is an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and one of China's foremost cardiologists and cardiovascular scientists, based at Tongji Hospital, affiliated with Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai. Internationally recognized for his pioneering research in cardiac electrophysiology, the genetic basis of arrhythmias, and the molecular mechanisms of heart disease, Dr. Chen has made landmark contributions to understanding how ion channel mutations cause inherited cardiac arrhythmia syndromes. His clinical expertise spans complex arrhythmia management, atrial fibrillation, and hereditary heart conditions, making him one of the most sought-after cardiac specialists in Asia for patients with difficult-to-treat rhythm disorders.
What Conditions Does He Treat?
Dr. Chen Yihan specializes in the diagnosis and management of cardiac arrhythmias and related heart conditions, including:
- Atrial fibrillation (AF) — including paroxysmal, persistent, and long-standing persistent AF
- Ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation
- Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) and Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome
- Inherited arrhythmia syndromes: Long QT syndrome, Brugada syndrome, CPVT
- Sick sinus syndrome and heart block
- Catheter ablation for complex arrhythmias
- Pacemaker and ICD/CRT device evaluation and management
- Sudden cardiac death risk assessment and prevention
- Genetic counseling for hereditary cardiac conditions
Why International Patients Choose Dr. Chen
International patients seek Dr. Chen Yihan for his unparalleled expertise in inherited arrhythmia syndromes and complex electrophysiology — conditions that are frequently misdiagnosed or inadequately managed outside of specialized centers. For patients with unexplained syncope, palpitations, or a family history of sudden cardiac death, Dr. Chen's combination of clinical expertise and genetic research insight provides a level of diagnostic precision that is rare globally. For patients with atrial fibrillation that has failed antiarrhythmic medications, his team offers access to advanced catheter ablation techniques. His work complements the interventional cardiology expertise of Dr. Ge Junbo at Zhongshan Hospital, giving CMCS patients access to elite cardiac specialists across Shanghai's top institutions.
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 ECG, Holter monitor results, echocardiogram, and cardiac history.
- Case Review: Our team reviews your case and confirms the most appropriate specialist within Dr. Chen's department.
- Appointment Booking: We coordinate directly with Tongji Hospital to secure your consultation at a convenient time.
- Pre-Visit Preparation: We advise on which cardiac test results, genetic reports, and imaging to bring or send in advance.
- On-the-Day Support: A CMCS coordinator accompanies you through registration, consultation, and any same-day cardiac assessments.
- Follow-Up & Treatment Coordination: We help you understand the diagnosis and treatment plan, and coordinate any follow-up care, ablation scheduling, or device management needed.
What to Prepare Before Your Visit
To ensure the most productive consultation with Dr. Chen Yihan, please prepare:
- Recent ECG (12-lead) and Holter monitor report (24-hour or longer)
- Echocardiogram report (transthoracic and/or transesophageal)
- Cardiac MRI (if performed)
- Electrophysiology study report (if previously performed)
- Genetic testing results (if inherited arrhythmia syndrome is suspected)
- Family history of arrhythmia, syncope, or sudden cardiac death
- Records of all prior antiarrhythmic medications and response
- A full list of current medications
- Your passport and travel/health insurance documents
What to Expect on the Day
Tongji Hospital's Cardiology Department is equipped with advanced electrophysiology laboratories, cardiac imaging technology, and genetic testing capabilities. Your consultation with Dr. Chen will involve a thorough review of your cardiac rhythm data, imaging, and clinical history, followed by a clear discussion of diagnosis and management options — including whether catheter ablation, device therapy, or medication optimization is most appropriate. CMCS will ensure all communication is clear and that you leave with a complete understanding of your cardiac condition and the recommended plan. If cardiac surgery is needed — for example, for structural heart disease contributing to arrhythmia — we can coordinate referrals to Cardiac Surgery at Zhongshan Hospital or Dr. Zhao Qiang at Ruijin Hospital seamlessly.
Contact CMCS to Get Started
Ready to book your consultation with Dr. Chen Yihan at Tongji 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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