Who Is Dr. Sun Yihong?
Dr. Sun Yihong (孙益红) is a Chief Physician, Professor, and one of China's most accomplished gastrointestinal surgeons at Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai. With extensive experience in the surgical management of gastric cancer, esophageal cancer, and colorectal cancer, Dr. Sun is internationally recognized for his expertise in radical gastrectomy, esophagectomy, and minimally invasive laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery. His gastric cancer surgery outcomes rank among the best in China, and his department at Zhongshan Hospital is one of the highest-volume gastrointestinal oncology surgery centers in the country.
What Conditions Does He Treat?
Dr. Sun Yihong specializes in the surgical treatment of upper and lower gastrointestinal cancers and related conditions, including:
- Gastric cancer (early and advanced stage, total and subtotal gastrectomy, D2 lymph node dissection)
- Esophageal cancer and gastroesophageal junction tumors (esophagectomy, Ivor Lewis procedure)
- Colorectal cancer (colon and rectal cancer, sphincter-preserving surgery)
- Laparoscopic and minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST)
- Conversion surgery for locally advanced or initially unresectable gastric cancer
- Recurrent gastrointestinal cancers and redo surgery
- Peritoneal metastasis management
Why International Patients Choose Dr. Sun
International patients choose Dr. Sun Yihong for his exceptional surgical precision, his mastery of minimally invasive techniques, and his experience managing complex and advanced gastrointestinal cancers. For patients diagnosed with gastric or esophageal cancer who want access to a world-class surgical team in Asia, Dr. Sun's department at Zhongshan Hospital offers a fully integrated multidisciplinary approach — combining surgery with medical oncology and gastroenterology. His work complements the gastric cancer surgical expertise of Dr. Zhu Zhenggang at Ruijin Hospital, giving CMCS patients access to top gastric cancer surgeons at two of Shanghai's premier institutions.
How CMCS Arranges Your Appointment
CMCS manages every detail of your medical visit so you can focus on your health and treatment. Here's how we help:
- Initial Consultation: Contact CMCS and share your pathology reports, imaging, endoscopy results, and treatment history.
- Case Review: Our team reviews your case and confirms the most appropriate specialist within Dr. Sun's department.
- Appointment Booking: We coordinate directly with Zhongshan Hospital to secure your consultation at a convenient time.
- Pre-Visit Preparation: We advise on which imaging files, pathology slides, and endoscopy reports to bring or send in advance for pre-operative review.
- On-the-Day Support: A CMCS coordinator accompanies you through registration, consultation, and any same-day assessments or imaging.
- Surgical & Follow-Up Coordination: If surgery is recommended, CMCS helps coordinate hospital admission, pre-operative workup, and post-operative care including oncology follow-up.
What to Prepare Before Your Visit
To ensure the most productive consultation with Dr. Sun Yihong, please prepare:
- Pathology and biopsy reports (original slides or digital scans preferred)
- Recent imaging: CT scan of chest/abdomen/pelvis, PET-CT if available
- Gastroscopy or colonoscopy report with photos and biopsy results
- Tumor markers: CEA, CA19-9, CA72-4
- Records of any prior treatment: chemotherapy regimens, response assessments, or previous surgery
- A full list of current medications
- Your passport and travel/health insurance documents
What to Expect on the Day
Zhongshan Hospital's Gastrointestinal Surgery Department operates as a multidisciplinary oncology center with close collaboration between surgeons, medical oncologists, radiologists, and endoscopists. Your consultation with Dr. Sun will involve a thorough review of your pathology and imaging, followed by a clear discussion of surgical options — including whether laparoscopic, robotic, or open surgery is most appropriate. CMCS will ensure all communication is clear and that you leave with a complete understanding of the proposed plan. If pre-operative endoscopic staging or additional imaging is needed, we can coordinate referrals to the Digestive Endoscopy team or Radiology at Zhongshan Hospital seamlessly.
Contact CMCS to Get Started
Ready to book your consultation with Dr. Sun Yihong at Zhongshan 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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