About Prof. Wang Jiadong
Prof. Wang Jiadong (王家东) is a Chief Physician (主任医师), Professor, and Master's Supervisor at Renji Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine. In 2013, he founded the Department of Head and Neck Surgery at Renji Hospital and has served as its inaugural director ever since — a distinction that reflects both his clinical vision and the institutional confidence placed in his leadership. As the architect of Renji's head and neck surgery program, Prof. Wang has built a department with comprehensive capabilities across the full spectrum of head and neck oncology, with a particular focus on thyroid cancer, laryngeal cancer, hypopharyngeal cancer, salivary gland tumors, and cervical neurovascular tumors.
Prof. Wang serves as Vice-Chairman of the Thyroid Tumor Committee of the Shanghai Anti-Cancer Association — a leadership role that places him at the center of Shanghai's thyroid oncology academic community and ensures that his clinical practice is continuously informed by the latest evidence and emerging treatment standards.
In recent years, Prof. Wang has championed the development of minimally invasive scarless thyroid surgery at Renji Hospital, introducing and refining multiple endoscopic access routes — transbreast, transoral, transaxillary, and subclavicular — to provide patients with cosmetically optimal alternatives to conventional open thyroidectomy.
Clinical Expertise
- Thyroid cancer surgery — comprehensive surgical management of papillary, follicular, medullary, and locally advanced thyroid carcinoma; total thyroidectomy, hemithyroidectomy, and neck dissection; standardized oncological protocols aligned with national and international guidelines
- Benign thyroid tumors and goiter — surgical management of thyroid adenomas, multinodular goiter, and Graves' disease requiring operative intervention
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Minimally invasive scarless thyroid surgery (multiple approaches):
— Transbreast / breast-axillary approach: incisions on the chest wall, no neck scar
— Transoral endoscopic thyroidectomy (TOETVA): incisions inside the mouth
— Transaxillary approach: single axillary incision
— Subclavicular approach: incision below the clavicle - Laryngeal cancer surgery — partial and total laryngectomy with voice rehabilitation planning; transoral laser microsurgery for early glottic cancer
- Hypopharyngeal cancer surgery — surgical resection with reconstruction for hypopharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma
- Salivary gland tumors — parotidectomy (superficial and total), submandibular gland excision, and management of malignant salivary gland tumors
- Cervical neurovascular tumors — surgical management of carotid body tumors, vagal paragangliomas, and other cervical neurovascular neoplasms
- Parathyroid disease — surgical management of hyperparathyroidism within the head and neck surgical framework
Why Prof. Wang Jiadong?
As the founder and director of Renji Hospital's Head and Neck Surgery Department, Prof. Wang brings a breadth of head and neck oncological expertise that is rare among thyroid surgeons who practice exclusively within general surgery or endocrine surgery departments. His training and daily practice encompass the full anatomical complexity of the head and neck — including the larynx, pharynx, salivary glands, and cervical neurovascular structures — which gives him a uniquely comprehensive understanding of the surgical anatomy relevant to thyroid cancer, particularly in cases with lateral neck metastases, recurrent laryngeal nerve involvement, or proximity to major cervical vessels.
His Vice-Chairman role in the Shanghai Anti-Cancer Association's Thyroid Tumor Committee signals active engagement with the Shanghai thyroid oncology community and participation in the development of regional treatment standards — ensuring that his patients benefit from the most current evidence-based protocols.
For international patients who present with thyroid cancer alongside other head and neck concerns — or who require evaluation of cervical lymphadenopathy, salivary gland masses, or other head and neck findings in addition to their thyroid pathology — Prof. Wang's comprehensive head and neck expertise provides a one-stop evaluation that would otherwise require multiple specialist referrals.
Hospital: Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
Renji Hospital is one of Shanghai's most prestigious academic medical centers, with a history spanning over 160 years. Affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, it is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in China and is internationally recognized across multiple specialties. The Department of Head and Neck Surgery — founded by Prof. Wang in 2013 — has grown into a comprehensive program with advanced surgical infrastructure, intraoperative nerve monitoring, and a multidisciplinary tumor board that integrates head and neck surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, and pathology for complex cases.
About Head & Neck Cancer and Thyroid Cancer
The head and neck region encompasses a diverse range of anatomical structures and cancer types, each requiring subspecialty surgical expertise. Key facts for international patients:
- Thyroid cancer: the most common endocrine malignancy; papillary thyroid carcinoma has an excellent prognosis with appropriate surgery; medullary thyroid carcinoma requires RET mutation testing and calcitonin monitoring
- Laryngeal cancer: strongly associated with smoking and alcohol; early-stage glottic cancer has >90% cure rates with transoral laser surgery or radiation; advanced disease requires total laryngectomy with voice rehabilitation
- Hypopharyngeal cancer: often presents at advanced stage; multimodal treatment combining surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy; reconstruction with free flap or gastric pull-up
- Salivary gland tumors: 80% are benign (pleomorphic adenoma); malignant tumors include mucoepidermoid carcinoma and adenoid cystic carcinoma; facial nerve preservation is a critical consideration in parotid surgery
- Carotid body tumors (paragangliomas): rare, highly vascular tumors at the carotid bifurcation; surgical resection requires careful vascular control; preoperative embolization may be used for large tumors
- Scarless thyroid surgery: multiple endoscopic access routes are available at Renji Hospital; patient selection is based on tumor size, lymph node status, and patient preference
What to Prepare Before Your Consultation
To enable Prof. Wang's team to conduct a thorough remote case review, international patients should prepare:
- Neck ultrasound report with measurements and characteristics of thyroid nodules, lymph nodes, and any other cervical masses
- CT scan of the neck and chest with contrast (essential for head and neck cancer staging)
- FNA cytology or core biopsy pathology report
- Thyroid function tests: TSH, free T4, free T3
- Tumor markers: thyroglobulin (Tg) and anti-Tg antibodies; calcitonin and CEA for medullary thyroid cancer
- Laryngoscopy report if voice changes or laryngeal symptoms are present
- PET-CT if available for staging of malignant head and neck tumors
- Prior surgical or treatment records if previously operated or treated
How CMCS Can Help
China Medical Concierge Shanghai (CMCS) coordinates access to Prof. Wang Jiadong and the Renji Hospital Head and Neck Surgery team for international patients. Our services include:
- Remote case review and pre-consultation assessment before you travel
- Priority appointment scheduling with Prof. Wang's team at Renji Hospital (West Campus Friday mornings or East Campus Wednesday afternoons — please confirm current schedule via official channels)
- Full translation of imaging reports, pathology, and treatment plans
- In-hospital accompaniment by a dedicated English-speaking case manager
- Accommodation, airport transfer, and logistics coordination in Shanghai
- Post-discharge follow-up and remote consultation support after returning home
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