Comprehensive Orthopedic Care at Ruijin Hospital
The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Ruijin Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, is one of China's leading centers for joint replacement, sports medicine, bone and soft tissue tumors, and complex orthopedic reconstruction. With a team of senior orthopedic surgeons covering all major subspecialties — including arthroplasty, arthroscopy, spine, trauma, and orthopedic oncology — the department offers international patients access to comprehensive, evidence-based orthopedic care within one of Shanghai's premier academic medical centers. For patients requiring complex spinal surgery, CMCS also provides access to Dr. Yuan Wen's world-renowned Spine Surgery Department at Changzheng Hospital, giving patients access to elite orthopedic and spine surgeons across Shanghai's top institutions.
What Conditions Are Treated?
Ruijin Hospital's Orthopedic Surgery Department specializes in the surgical and non-surgical management of a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including:
- Total hip replacement (THR) and total knee replacement (TKR) — primary and revision arthroplasty
- Unicompartmental knee replacement and patellofemoral arthroplasty
- Shoulder arthroplasty — total shoulder replacement and reverse shoulder replacement
- Sports medicine and arthroscopy: ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, rotator cuff repair, shoulder stabilization
- Bone tumors: primary bone sarcomas (osteosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma), giant cell tumors, and limb salvage surgery
- Soft tissue sarcomas requiring surgical resection and reconstruction
- Bone metastases — surgical stabilization and pathological fracture management
- Complex fracture management and orthopedic trauma
- Foot and ankle surgery: hallux valgus, flatfoot reconstruction, ankle arthroplasty
- Hand and upper extremity surgery
- Osteoporosis management and fragility fracture prevention
Why International Patients Choose Ruijin for Orthopedics
International patients choose Ruijin Hospital's Orthopedic Department for its comprehensive subspecialty coverage, its access to the latest implant technologies and minimally invasive surgical techniques, and its integration within one of Shanghai's most complete academic medical centers. For patients with end-stage hip or knee arthritis who want access to a high-volume joint replacement program with excellent outcomes data, Ruijin's arthroplasty team offers a compelling combination of surgical expertise and post-operative rehabilitation support. For patients with bone or soft tissue tumors requiring limb salvage surgery — one of the most technically demanding areas of orthopedic oncology — the department's close collaboration with medical oncology and radiation oncology ensures fully integrated multidisciplinary cancer care.
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 imaging, pathology reports (if applicable), and orthopedic history.
- Case Review: Our team reviews your case and identifies the most appropriate orthopedic subspecialist within Ruijin's department.
- Appointment Booking: We coordinate directly with Ruijin Hospital to secure your consultation at a convenient time.
- Pre-Visit Preparation: We advise on which imaging files and prior treatment records to bring or send in advance.
- 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 rehabilitation planning.
What to Prepare Before Your Visit
To ensure the most productive orthopedic consultation, please prepare:
- Recent X-rays of affected joints or bones (weight-bearing views for hip and knee)
- MRI of affected area (essential for soft tissue, cartilage, and tumor assessment)
- CT scan (for complex fractures, bone tumors, and surgical planning)
- Bone scan or PET-CT (for bone metastases or tumor staging)
- Pathology and biopsy reports (for bone and soft tissue tumors)
- Records of all prior orthopedic treatments: physiotherapy, injections, prior surgery
- A full list of current medications including anticoagulants and bone-modifying agents
- Your passport and travel/health insurance documents
What to Expect on the Day
Ruijin Hospital's Orthopedic Surgery Department is equipped with advanced surgical navigation systems, robotic-assisted joint replacement technology, arthroscopic surgery suites, and a dedicated orthopedic oncology multidisciplinary team. Your consultation will involve a thorough review of your imaging and clinical history, followed by a clear discussion of surgical and non-surgical treatment options. CMCS will ensure all communication is clear and that you leave with a complete understanding of your orthopedic condition and the recommended plan. If complex spinal surgery is needed, we can coordinate referrals to Dr. Yuan Wen's Spine Surgery team at Changzheng Hospital seamlessly.
Contact CMCS to Get Started
Ready to book your orthopedic consultation at Ruijin 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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