Who Is Dr. Yuan Yaozong?
Dr. Yuan Yaozong (袁耀宗) is the Director of Gastroenterology at Ruijin Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, and one of China's most respected gastroenterologists. With extensive clinical and research experience in gastrointestinal oncology, inflammatory bowel disease, and functional gastrointestinal disorders, Dr. Yuan leads one of the most comprehensive gastroenterology departments in China. His department works in close collaboration with the Pancreatic Surgery team led by Dr. Shen Baiyong and the Therapeutic Endoscopy team led by Dr. Zhou Pinghong, ensuring patients receive fully integrated medical, endoscopic, and surgical care for all gastrointestinal conditions.
What Conditions Does He Treat?
Dr. Yuan Yaozong specializes in the medical diagnosis and management of a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including:
- Gastric cancer — medical oncology, chemotherapy coordination, and multidisciplinary management
- Colorectal cancer — medical management and systemic therapy
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis — including biologic therapy
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) — medical management with imatinib and novel agents
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and Barrett's esophagus
- Functional gastrointestinal disorders: irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), functional dyspepsia
- Helicobacter pylori infection and eradication
- Liver disease and hepatitis in the context of gastrointestinal conditions
- Gastrointestinal bleeding — diagnosis and medical management
Why International Patients Choose Dr. Yuan
International patients seek Dr. Yuan Yaozong for his exceptional expertise in gastrointestinal oncology and inflammatory bowel disease, and his ability to coordinate comprehensive multidisciplinary care for patients with complex digestive conditions. For patients with gastric or colorectal cancer who need expert medical oncology input alongside surgical planning, Dr. Yuan's integrated approach with the surgical and endoscopy teams at Ruijin Hospital ensures no aspect of care is overlooked. For patients with IBD that has failed standard therapy and requires biologic or small molecule treatment, his access to the full range of advanced therapies — including vedolizumab, ustekinumab, and JAK inhibitors — provides options that may not be available locally.
How CMCS Arranges Your Appointment
CMCS handles every detail of your medical visit so you can focus on your health. Here's how we help:
- Initial Consultation: Contact CMCS and share your endoscopy reports, imaging, pathology results, and treatment history.
- Case Review: Our team reviews your case and confirms the most appropriate specialist within Dr. Yuan'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 records, imaging, and laboratory results to bring or arrange in advance.
- On-the-Day Support: A CMCS coordinator accompanies you through registration, consultation, and any same-day tests or procedures.
- Follow-Up & Treatment Coordination: We help you understand the diagnosis and treatment plan, and coordinate any follow-up care, biologic therapy initiation, or surgical referrals needed.
What to Prepare Before Your Visit
To ensure the most productive consultation with Dr. Yuan Yaozong, please prepare:
- Recent endoscopy reports: gastroscopy and/or colonoscopy with biopsy results and photos
- Pathology reports from any prior biopsies
- Recent imaging: CT scan of abdomen/pelvis, MRI if available
- Tumor markers: CEA, CA19-9, CA72-4 (for GI cancer patients)
- Inflammatory markers: CRP, ESR, fecal calprotectin (for IBD patients)
- Records of all prior treatments: chemotherapy, biologics, immunosuppressants
- A full list of current medications
- Your passport and travel/health insurance documents
What to Expect on the Day
Ruijin Hospital's Gastroenterology Department is a comprehensive center with advanced endoscopic, imaging, and laboratory capabilities, and close links to the surgical and endoscopy teams. Your consultation with Dr. Yuan will involve a thorough review of your endoscopy and imaging data, followed by a clear discussion of diagnosis and management options. CMCS will ensure all communication is clear and that you leave with a complete understanding of your condition and treatment plan. If endoscopic procedures or surgical evaluation are needed, we can coordinate referrals to the Therapeutic Endoscopy team or Gastric Surgery within Ruijin Hospital seamlessly.
Contact CMCS to Get Started
Ready to book your consultation with Dr. Yuan Yaozong at Ruijin Hospital? Reach out to 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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