Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital: Campus Guide & How to Book an Appointment

Overview

Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital (同济大学附属第十人民医院), affiliated with Tongji University, is one of Shanghai's prominent Grade 3A comprehensive hospitals. Founded in 1910, it has over a century of medical service. The hospital is recognized for its clinical strength in cardiology, gastroenterology, orthopedics, urology, and emergency medicine. It serves as an important medical center for patients in Jing'an District and the broader central Shanghai area, offering a comprehensive range of specialist and general medical services.

Campus Location

Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital operates from its main campus:

• Main Campus — 301 Yanchang Middle Road, Jing'an District. All major specialist departments are housed here, including cardiology, gastroenterology, orthopedics, urology, and the emergency center.

All services are concentrated at the main campus. Plan travel and accommodation near Jing'an District accordingly.

Essential Patient Information

• Real-name registration is mandatory. Bring the patient's original valid ID (national ID card or passport for foreign nationals). Without it, registration and self-service machines cannot be used.
• Outpatient hours: Morning 08:00–11:30 | Afternoon 13:00–17:00. Select departments operate on weekends.
• Emergency department: Open 24 hours.
• Cardiology patients: Bring prior ECG results, echocardiogram reports, and any prior cardiac procedure records to your first consultation.

Booking Channels

1. Official WeChat Public Account (Recommended)

Search and follow 同济大学附属第十人民医院 on WeChat. Slots open daily at 08:00 for appointments up to 7 days in advance for most departments.

1. Open the public account and tap Appointment Booking (预约挂号).
2. Tap Add Patient (添加就诊人) and enter the patient's real name and ID number.
3. Select the department (e.g., Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Orthopedics, Urology), date, and time slot.
4. Confirm appointment details and complete booking.

To cancel: Go to My Appointments (我的预约) and cancel before 17:00 the day prior to the appointment.

2. Phone Booking

• Hospital Direct Line: 021-66301000 | During outpatient hours.
• 114 Hotline: Dial 021-114 | Monday to Sunday 07:00–21:00.
• Shenkang Medical Alliance: Dial 021-96886 | 07:00–22:00.

3. On-Site Booking

• Service counter: Available at the outpatient hall during clinic hours. Bring valid ID.
• Self-service kiosks: Located throughout the outpatient building. Insert valid ID and follow on-screen instructions.

4. Other Channels

• Follow-up booking: Your doctor can book your next appointment directly at the end of a consultation.
• Third-party platforms: Alipay, official website (www.shdsyy.com.cn), and Shenkang Medical Alliance (yuyue.shdc.org.cn). Slots are synchronized in real time.

Key Rules and Tips

Slot Release Schedule

• General outpatient slots open at 08:00 daily for the next 7 days.
• Specialist slots open 7–14 days in advance for high-demand departments.

Tips for High-Demand Specialists

• Complete patient registration setup before the slot release time and log in at exactly 08:00.
• Check for cancellations during 15:00–17:00 daily — re-released slots can be claimed.
• For cardiology consultations, bring a complete set of prior cardiac records including ECG, echocardiogram, and any interventional procedure reports.
• If a top specialist is fully booked, consider booking a senior associate in the same department as an entry point.

Booking Limits and No-Show Policy

• One appointment per patient, per department, per day.
• Cancellations must be made before 17:00 the day prior to the appointment.
• Repeated no-shows may result in temporary booking restrictions across platforms.

Check-In on the Day

• Collect your number at a self-service kiosk or service counter on arrival.
• Sign in at the sign-in machine on your department's floor before your appointment time. Failure to sign in may affect your queue position.

Special Patient Groups

• Foreign nationals: Book via WeChat public account, phone, or in person using your passport.
• First-visit insurance patients: Register at the manual registration window; self-service kiosks may not support all insurance types.
• Elderly patients: Priority service windows are available for patients aged 65 and above.

Out-of-City Patients

• Register for out-of-city medical care with your home city's insurance authority before traveling.
• Bring your national ID, insurance card, all prior medical records, imaging, and lab results.
• Plan your trip 1–2 weeks in advance and book accommodation near Jing'an District.

Contact and Support

• Outpatient Hotline: 021-66301000
• Official Website: www.shdsyy.com.cn
• Online: Leave a message via the WeChat public account for a staff response.
• On-site: Information desks at the outpatient hall provide appointment guidance and wayfinding.

How CMCS Can Help

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