World-Class Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery in Shanghai
Shanghai is home to some of China's most advanced plastic and reconstructive surgery centers, offering international patients access to comprehensive care — from complex burn reconstruction and microsurgical free flap procedures to breast reconstruction after mastectomy, scar revision, and congenital anomaly correction. The city's leading plastic surgery departments are affiliated with Shanghai's top academic medical universities and are equipped with the latest microsurgical technology, tissue engineering capabilities, and advanced wound care systems. Shanghai's plastic surgery centers are particularly renowned for their expertise in burn reconstruction and microsurgery — areas where China's academic medical centers have developed world-leading expertise driven by high clinical volume and research innovation. CMCS helps international patients access the right plastic and reconstructive surgeon for their specific needs, whether at Ruijin Hospital, Zhongshan Hospital, or other leading centers.
What Conditions Are Treated?
Shanghai's leading plastic and reconstructive surgery centers offer comprehensive management of a wide range of conditions, including:
- Burn reconstruction — acute burn management, skin grafting, and complex scar contracture release
- Hypertrophic scar and keloid treatment — surgical excision, laser therapy, pressure garments, and steroid injection
- Breast reconstruction after mastectomy — implant-based and autologous (DIEP flap, TRAM flap, latissimus dorsi flap)
- Head and neck reconstruction after cancer surgery — free flap reconstruction of the oral cavity, pharynx, and mandible
- Microsurgical free flap reconstruction for complex defects
- Lymphedema surgery — lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA) and vascularized lymph node transfer (VLNT)
- Congenital anomalies: cleft lip and palate, ear reconstruction (microtia), hand anomalies
- Hand surgery and peripheral nerve reconstruction
- Pressure ulcer and chronic wound reconstruction
- Aesthetic surgery: rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, face lift, body contouring
Why International Patients Choose Shanghai for Reconstructive Surgery
International patients choose Shanghai for plastic and reconstructive surgery because of the combination of world-class microsurgical expertise, high procedural volume, and significantly lower costs compared to equivalent care in Western countries. For patients requiring complex breast reconstruction after mastectomy — particularly autologous reconstruction using DIEP or TRAM flaps — Shanghai's reconstructive surgeons offer a level of microsurgical expertise and experience that rivals the world's top centers. The close collaboration between plastic surgery and breast oncology teams — including Dr. Shen Kunwei's Breast Surgery team at Ruijin Hospital — ensures patients receive seamlessly integrated oncological and reconstructive care. For patients with complex burn scars or contractures that have significantly impacted function and quality of life, Shanghai's burn reconstruction specialists offer surgical solutions that can be transformative.
How CMCS Arranges Your Appointment
CMCS handles every aspect of your medical visit so you can focus on your health and recovery. Here's how we help:
- Initial Consultation: Contact CMCS and describe your reconstructive needs, share photographs of the affected area, and provide any relevant medical history or prior surgical records.
- Case Review: Our team reviews your case and identifies the most appropriate plastic and reconstructive surgeon for your specific condition.
- Appointment Booking: We coordinate directly with the hospital to secure your consultation at a convenient time.
- Pre-Visit Preparation: We advise on which medical records, imaging, and photographs to bring or send in advance.
- On-the-Day Support: A CMCS coordinator accompanies you through registration, consultation, and any same-day assessments.
- Surgical & Follow-Up Coordination: If surgery is recommended, CMCS helps coordinate hospital admission, pre-operative workup, and post-operative rehabilitation and wound care planning.
What to Prepare Before Your Visit
To ensure the most productive plastic and reconstructive surgery consultation, please prepare:
- Clear photographs of the area requiring reconstruction (multiple angles, good lighting)
- Prior surgical records and operative reports (for reconstruction after cancer surgery or prior procedures)
- Pathology reports (for oncological reconstruction cases)
- CT or MRI imaging of the affected area (if available)
- Records of all prior treatments: prior surgery, radiotherapy, wound care
- A full list of current medications including anticoagulants
- Your passport and travel/health insurance documents
What to Expect on the Day
Shanghai's leading plastic and reconstructive surgery centers are equipped with advanced microsurgical operating theaters, laser treatment systems, and comprehensive wound care facilities. Your consultation will involve a thorough clinical assessment of the area requiring reconstruction, review of your medical history and prior treatment, and a clear discussion of reconstructive options — including the most appropriate surgical technique, expected outcomes, and recovery timeline. CMCS will ensure all communication is clear and that you leave with a complete understanding of your reconstructive options and the recommended plan.
Contact CMCS to Get Started
Ready to book your plastic and reconstructive surgery consultation in Shanghai? 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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