Introduction
Dr. Shi Haibo (时海波) is the Director of the Department of Otolaryngology and the Otology Center at Shanghai General Hospital (Shanghai First People's Hospital), affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, and one of China's most accomplished otologists. With over 20 years of specialized experience, Dr. Shi is nationally recognized for his expertise in cochlear implantation, ear microsurgery, inner ear disease, and the surgical management of hearing loss and balance disorders. He is a leading practitioner of cochlear implant surgery in Shanghai and has made significant contributions to the development of cochlear implant programs and hearing rehabilitation across China. His commitment to surgical precision, evidence-based practice, and comprehensive hearing care has made Shanghai General Hospital's Otology Center a premier destination for patients with complex ear conditions, including international patients seeking expert otologic care in Shanghai.
Academic Distinctions & Leadership
- Director, Department of Otolaryngology and Otology Center, Shanghai General Hospital (Shanghai First People's Hospital), Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
- Professor of Otolaryngology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
- Chief Physician, Shanghai General Hospital
- Member, Otolaryngology Branch, Chinese Medical Association
- Member, Cochlear Implant Group, Chinese Medical Association Otolaryngology Branch
- Member, Otology Group, Chinese Medical Association Otolaryngology Branch
- Member, Politzer Society (International Society of Otology)
- Member, American Neurotology Society (ANS)
- Member, European Academy of Otology and Neuro-Otology (EAONO)
- Editorial Board Member, multiple leading otolaryngology journals
- Recipient, Shanghai Science and Technology Award
- Recipient, Shanghai Medical Science and Technology Award
Specializations & Expertise
Cochlear Implantation
- Cochlear implant surgery for adults and children with severe-to-profound sensorineural hearing loss
- Bilateral cochlear implantation
- Cochlear implantation in complex anatomical cases (cochlear malformations, ossified cochlea)
- Cochlear implant revision surgery
- Hybrid (electroacoustic) cochlear implantation for patients with residual low-frequency hearing
- Bone-anchored hearing aid (BAHA) implantation
- Active middle ear implant implantation
- Cochlear implant programming and audiological rehabilitation coordination
- Cochlear implant outcomes assessment and optimization
Ear Microsurgery
- Tympanoplasty (eardrum repair) — all types
- Ossiculoplasty (ossicular chain reconstruction)
- Mastoidectomy (canal wall up and canal wall down)
- Cholesteatoma surgery (primary and revision)
- Stapedectomy and stapedotomy for otosclerosis
- Endoscopic ear surgery (EES) — minimally invasive approach
- Myringoplasty
- Congenital ear anomaly surgery (atresia repair)
- Revision ear surgery
Inner Ear Disease & Neuro-Otology
- Ménière's disease — medical and surgical management
- Intratympanic gentamicin injection for refractory Ménière's disease
- Intratympanic steroid injection for sudden hearing loss and Ménière's disease
- Endolymphatic sac surgery
- Sudden sensorineural hearing loss management
- Autoimmune inner ear disease management
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) diagnosis and treatment
- Vestibular neuritis management
Lateral Skull Base Surgery
- Acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma) surgery
- Glomus tympanicum and glomus jugulare tumor surgery
- Facial nerve tumor surgery
- Petrous apex lesion surgery
- Facial nerve decompression and repair
Hearing Loss & Audiology
- Comprehensive evaluation of sensorineural, conductive, and mixed hearing loss
- Genetic testing and counseling for hereditary hearing loss
- Auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD) diagnosis and management
- Noise-induced hearing loss management
- Age-related hearing loss (presbycusis) management
- Hearing aid fitting and audiological rehabilitation coordination
General Otolaryngology
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) for chronic sinusitis
- Nasal polyp surgery
- Septoplasty and turbinate reduction
- Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy
- Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
- Salivary gland surgery
- Microlaryngoscopy for vocal cord lesions
Clinical Excellence & Innovation
Dr. Shi has performed thousands of otologic procedures throughout his distinguished career at Shanghai General Hospital, one of Shanghai's premier tertiary academic medical centers. His Otology Center manages the full spectrum of ear diseases with a particular strength in cochlear implantation and complex ear microsurgery.
Dr. Shi's clinical approach is distinguished by several key strengths:
- Cochlear Implant Program: Established and leads a comprehensive cochlear implant program at Shanghai General Hospital, with extensive experience in adult and pediatric cochlear implantation including complex anatomical cases. The program integrates surgery, audiology, speech therapy, and educational support for optimal hearing rehabilitation outcomes
- Endoscopic Ear Surgery: Experienced in endoscopic ear surgery (EES) techniques, offering patients a minimally invasive alternative to traditional microscopic ear surgery with improved visualization of the middle ear
- Inner Ear Drug Delivery: Extensive experience with intratympanic injection techniques for delivering medications directly to the inner ear for sudden hearing loss, Ménière's disease, and autoimmune inner ear disease
- Comprehensive Hearing Rehabilitation: Built a comprehensive hearing rehabilitation program integrating cochlear implant surgery, audiology, speech therapy, and genetic counseling for patients with hereditary hearing loss
- Multidisciplinary ENT Care: Provides comprehensive ENT care within a major academic medical center, with access to full multidisciplinary resources including neurosurgery, radiology, and oncology for complex cases
Research & Academic Contributions
Dr. Shi is an active researcher with peer-reviewed publications in leading Chinese and international otolaryngology journals. His research focuses on:
- Cochlear implant outcomes in adults and children
- Inner ear drug delivery (intratympanic injection)
- Sudden sensorineural hearing loss management
- Ménière's disease pathophysiology and treatment
- Endoscopic ear surgery techniques and outcomes
- Genetics of hearing loss
- Hearing rehabilitation after cochlear implantation
He participates in national clinical trials in otology and regularly presents his work at major national and international otolaryngology conferences including the Politzer Society Meeting and the Chinese Medical Association Otolaryngology Annual Meeting.
Training & Education
As a professor at Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Dr. Shi is committed to training the next generation of otologists. He supervises graduate students and residents, and Shanghai General Hospital's Otology Center serves as a training base for otologic surgery and cochlear implantation in Shanghai.
Hospital Affiliation
Shanghai General Hospital (Shanghai First People's Hospital)
Affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
100 Haining Road, Hongkou District, Shanghai 200080
Shanghai General Hospital is one of Shanghai's premier tertiary academic medical centers. The Otology Center features:
- Dedicated cochlear implant surgery suite with intraoperative neural response telemetry
- Advanced ear microsurgery operating rooms with high-powered microscopes and endoscopic systems
- Comprehensive audiology and hearing assessment center (pure tone audiometry, ABR, ASSR, OAE, speech audiometry)
- Cochlear implant programming and rehabilitation center
- Intratympanic injection suite for inner ear drug delivery
- Vestibular function laboratory (VNG, VEMP)
- Genetic testing coordination for hereditary hearing loss
- International patient services with English-speaking coordinators
Patient Care Philosophy
- Patient-Centered Care: Every treatment plan is individualized based on hearing loss type, etiology, severity, age, and patient goals
- Hearing Restoration as Priority: Committed to restoring the best possible hearing through the most appropriate intervention
- Minimally Invasive When Possible: Endoscopic ear surgery and hearing-preserving approaches prioritized
- Comprehensive Rehabilitation: Surgery integrated with audiological rehabilitation, speech therapy, and genetic counseling
- Evidence-Based Practice: Treatment decisions guided by the latest international guidelines and research
- Transparent Communication: Clear, honest communication about diagnosis, treatment options, and realistic expectations for hearing outcomes
- Long-term Partnership: Committed to long-term follow-up throughout the hearing rehabilitation journey
Why Choose Dr. Shi Haibo?
- Cochlear Implant Expertise: Experienced cochlear implant surgeon with a comprehensive program covering adult and pediatric implantation including complex cases
- Comprehensive Otology: Full spectrum of ear care from cochlear implantation to complex ear microsurgery, inner ear disease, and lateral skull base surgery
- Inner Ear Drug Delivery: Extensive experience with intratympanic injections for sudden hearing loss, Ménière's disease, and autoimmune inner ear disease
- Endoscopic Ear Surgery: Minimally invasive endoscopic approach for middle ear surgery
- Major Academic Medical Center: Shanghai General Hospital provides full multidisciplinary resources within a comprehensive tertiary hospital
- Cost-Effective Excellence: Cochlear implant surgery and otologic care costs in Shanghai are typically 60-75% lower than in the US or Europe
- International Patient Experience: Experienced in coordinating care for patients from overseas
Conditions Treated
Hearing Loss
- Severe-to-profound sensorineural hearing loss (cochlear implant candidates)
- Hereditary hearing loss
- Auditory neuropathy spectrum disorder (ANSD)
- Sudden sensorineural hearing loss
- Conductive and mixed hearing loss
- Age-related hearing loss (presbycusis)
- Noise-induced hearing loss
- Congenital hearing loss in children
Middle Ear Conditions
- Chronic otitis media (with and without cholesteatoma)
- Cholesteatoma
- Otosclerosis
- Tympanic membrane perforation
- Ossicular chain discontinuity
- Congenital aural atresia
- Otitis media with effusion
Inner Ear & Vestibular Conditions
- Ménière's disease
- Sudden sensorineural hearing loss
- Autoimmune inner ear disease
- Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
- Vestibular neuritis
Lateral Skull Base
- Acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma)
- Glomus tumors
- Facial nerve disorders
- Petrous apex lesions
International Patient Services
China Medical Concierge - Shanghai (CMCS) provides comprehensive support for international patients seeking otologic care with Dr. Shi Haibo at Shanghai General Hospital.
Pre-Treatment Support
- Medical Record Review: Review of your audiological assessments, imaging (CT and MRI of temporal bones), and genetic test results
- Virtual Consultation: Video consultation with Dr. Shi's team to discuss your hearing loss and treatment options
- Pre-operative Assessment: Comprehensive audiological evaluation, temporal bone CT and MRI, and genetic testing if indicated
- Second Opinion: Expert second opinion on cochlear implant candidacy and surgical approach
- Cost Transparency: Detailed cost estimate including evaluation, surgery, device costs, and rehabilitation
- Visa Assistance: Guidance on obtaining medical visa and invitation letters
- Accommodation: Help finding suitable housing near Shanghai General Hospital
During Treatment
- Professional Medical Interpretation: Experienced interpreters for all medical interactions
- Hospital Admission Support: Assistance with registration, payment, and navigation
- Family Support: Accommodation and support for accompanying family members
- Surgical Coordination: Communication with family during surgery
- Ward Support: Daily updates and interpretation during hospital stay
- Post-operative Care: Comprehensive support during recovery
- 24/7 Emergency Support: Round-the-clock assistance throughout your stay
Post-Treatment Care
- Discharge Planning: Coordination of post-discharge care and cochlear implant programming schedule
- Medical Report Translation: Complete translation of surgical reports and discharge summaries
- Cochlear Implant Programming Coordination: Assistance with scheduling cochlear implant mapping sessions
- Rehabilitation Coordination: Assistance with arranging auditory verbal therapy after returning home
- Follow-up Coordination: Arrange post-operative clinic visits and audiological follow-up
- Telemedicine Follow-up: Virtual consultations for ongoing monitoring after returning home
- Coordination with Home Audiologists: Communication with your local audiologist for ongoing cochlear implant programming
Schedule Your Consultation
If you or a loved one has severe hearing loss, a middle ear condition, Ménière's disease, or another ear condition, Dr. Shi Haibo at Shanghai General Hospital offers comprehensive otologic expertise at a fraction of Western costs.
Contact China Medical Concierge - Shanghai today to:
- Request a review of your audiological and imaging results
- Schedule a virtual consultation with Dr. Shi's otology team
- Assess eligibility for cochlear implantation
- Receive a detailed treatment plan and cost estimate
- Start your journey toward restored hearing in Shanghai
Bridging international patients with Shanghai's finest otologists — because every patient deserves access to expert ear care and the gift of hearing.
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