Dr. Zheng Qi (郑起) - Chief of Endocrine Surgery at Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Introduction

Professor Zheng Qi (郑起) is the Chief of Endocrine Surgery at Ruijin Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine — one of China's most prestigious and historically significant medical centers with a world-renowned endocrinology program. Professor Zheng is widely recognized as one of China's foremost endocrine surgeons, with particular expertise in thyroid cancer surgery, parathyroid surgery, adrenal surgery, and the full spectrum of endocrine tumor management. Ruijin Hospital's Endocrine Surgery Department benefits from its unique integration with one of China's most distinguished endocrinology departments, providing comprehensive multidisciplinary endocrine care. International patients with thyroid cancer, parathyroid disorders, adrenal tumors, and other endocrine conditions consistently regard Professor Zheng as one of Shanghai's premier choices for expert endocrine surgical care.

Academic Distinctions & Leadership

• Chief of Endocrine Surgery, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
• Professor of Surgery, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
• Director, Endocrine Surgery Department, Ruijin Hospital
• Member, Chinese Society of Surgery, Endocrine Surgery Branch
• Member, Chinese Anti-Cancer Association, Thyroid Cancer Committee
• Member, Chinese Society of Endocrinology
• Editorial Board Member, multiple Chinese and international endocrine surgery journals
• Recipient, multiple Shanghai municipal and national science and technology awards
• Visiting professor at leading endocrine surgery centers internationally

Specializations & Expertise

Thyroid Surgery

• Total thyroidectomy for thyroid cancer
• Hemithyroidectomy (thyroid lobectomy)
• Central neck dissection for thyroid cancer
• Lateral neck dissection for thyroid cancer
• Minimally invasive thyroidectomy (endoscopic, robotic)
• Remote access thyroidectomy (transoral, transaxillary)
• Surgery for locally advanced thyroid cancer
• Redo thyroid surgery after prior thyroidectomy
• Surgery for substernal goiter
• Surgery for Graves' disease and toxic goiter

Parathyroid Surgery

• Minimally invasive parathyroidectomy for primary hyperparathyroidism
• Bilateral neck exploration for multigland disease
• Parathyroidectomy for secondary hyperparathyroidism (renal)
• Parathyroidectomy for tertiary hyperparathyroidism
• Redo parathyroid surgery for persistent/recurrent hyperparathyroidism
• Intraoperative PTH monitoring
• Parathyroid autotransplantation

Adrenal Surgery

• Laparoscopic adrenalectomy for adrenal tumors
• Robotic adrenalectomy
• Open adrenalectomy for large or malignant adrenal tumors
• Surgery for pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma
• Surgery for adrenocortical carcinoma
• Surgery for Cushing's syndrome (adrenal adenoma)
• Surgery for Conn's syndrome (aldosteronoma)
• Surgery for adrenal incidentaloma
• Bilateral adrenalectomy

Other Endocrine Tumors

• Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor (pNET) surgery
• Carcinoid tumor surgery
• Multiple endocrine neoplasia (MEN) syndrome surgery
• Medullary thyroid cancer surgery

Clinical Excellence & Innovation

Professor Zheng Qi has performed thousands of endocrine surgeries throughout his distinguished career, with outcomes consistently meeting or exceeding international benchmarks. Ruijin Hospital's Endocrine Surgery Department benefits from its unique integration with one of China's most distinguished endocrinology departments.

• Minimally Invasive Thyroid Surgery: Extensive experience with endoscopic and robotic thyroidectomy including remote access approaches (transoral, transaxillary) for excellent cosmetic outcomes
• Parathyroid Surgery Excellence: High cure rates for primary hyperparathyroidism with minimally invasive parathyroidectomy guided by intraoperative PTH monitoring
• Pheochromocytoma Expertise: Specialized expertise in laparoscopic pheochromocytoma surgery, one of the most challenging adrenal operations requiring careful perioperative management
• MEN Syndrome Management: Comprehensive surgical management of multiple endocrine neoplasia syndromes requiring coordinated multi-gland surgery
• Endocrinology Integration: Unique access to Ruijin Hospital's world-renowned endocrinology department for comprehensive pre- and post-operative endocrine management

Research & Academic Contributions

Professor Zheng is an active researcher with numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading Chinese and international endocrine surgery journals. His research focuses on thyroid cancer surgical outcomes, minimally invasive thyroid surgery, parathyroid surgery, and adrenal tumor management.

Hospital Affiliation

Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
197 Ruijin Er Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200025

Ruijin Hospital is one of China's most historically significant and prestigious medical centers, with a world-renowned endocrinology and endocrine surgery program. The Endocrine Surgery Department features:

• High-volume endocrine surgery program
• Unique integration with Ruijin Hospital's world-renowned endocrinology department
• State-of-the-art minimally invasive and robotic surgery capability
• Intraoperative PTH monitoring for parathyroid surgery
• Intraoperative neuromonitoring for recurrent laryngeal nerve preservation
• Comprehensive endocrine tumor MDT
• Nuclear medicine department for radioiodine therapy
• International patient services with English-speaking coordinators

Patient Care Philosophy

• Oncological Safety: Complete cancer removal with adequate margins is the primary surgical goal for thyroid and adrenal malignancies
• Nerve Preservation: Meticulous recurrent laryngeal nerve preservation during thyroid surgery using intraoperative neuromonitoring
• Parathyroid Preservation: Every effort to preserve parathyroid glands during thyroid surgery to prevent hypoparathyroidism
• Minimally Invasive When Appropriate: Endoscopic and robotic approaches for eligible patients
• Endocrinology Integration: Close collaboration with endocrinologists for comprehensive pre- and post-operative management
• Evidence-Based Practice: All decisions guided by the latest international endocrine surgery guidelines

Why Choose Professor Zheng Qi?

• Endocrine Surgery Authority: Chief of one of China's most respected endocrine surgery programs
• Ruijin Endocrinology Integration: Unique access to China's most distinguished endocrinology department
• Minimally Invasive Thyroid Surgery: Remote access thyroidectomy for excellent cosmetic outcomes
• Parathyroid Surgery Expert: High cure rates with intraoperative PTH monitoring
• Pheochromocytoma Specialist: Expert in this challenging adrenal operation
• Cost-Effective Excellence: Endocrine surgery costs in Shanghai are typically 60-75% lower than in the US or Europe
• Proven International Track Record: Trusted by patients from around the world

Conditions Treated

Thyroid Conditions

• Papillary thyroid cancer
• Follicular thyroid cancer
• Medullary thyroid cancer
• Anaplastic thyroid cancer
• Thyroid nodules requiring surgery
• Multinodular goiter
• Substernal goiter
• Graves' disease
• Toxic adenoma

Parathyroid Conditions

• Primary hyperparathyroidism (adenoma, hyperplasia)
• Secondary hyperparathyroidism (renal)
• Tertiary hyperparathyroidism
• Parathyroid carcinoma
• Persistent/recurrent hyperparathyroidism

Adrenal Conditions

• Pheochromocytoma
• Paraganglioma
• Adrenocortical carcinoma
• Cushing's syndrome (adrenal adenoma)
• Conn's syndrome (aldosteronoma)
• Adrenal incidentaloma
• Adrenal metastases

Other Endocrine Tumors

• Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors
• MEN1 and MEN2 syndromes
• Carcinoid tumors

International Patient Services

China Medical Concierge - Shanghai (CMCS) provides comprehensive support for international patients seeking endocrine surgery with Professor Zheng Qi at Ruijin Hospital.

Pre-Arrival Support

• Medical Record Review: Review of your ultrasound, CT, MRI, hormone levels, biopsy, and staging workup
• Virtual Consultation: Video consultation with Professor Zheng's team
• MDT Review: Arrangement of multidisciplinary endocrine team review
• Treatment Planning: Personalized surgical plan including minimally invasive options
• Cost Transparency: Detailed cost estimate including consultations, surgery, and hospitalization
• Visa Assistance: Medical visa guidance and invitation letters
• Travel Arrangements: Flights, airport pickup, and accommodation near the hospital

During Treatment

• Professional Medical Interpretation: Experienced endocrine surgery interpreters at all appointments
• Hospital Navigation Support: Registration, payment, and hospital navigation assistance
• Surgical Support: Accompaniment and family support on surgery day
• 24/7 Support: Round-the-clock assistance for any concerns

Post-Treatment Care

• Pathology Report Translation: Complete translation of surgical pathology reports
• Treatment Summary: Comprehensive endocrine surgery summary for your home endocrinologist and surgeon
• Hormone Management Guide: Thyroid hormone replacement, calcium supplementation, and other post-operative medication guidance
• Radioiodine Coordination: Guidance on post-operative radioiodine therapy for thyroid cancer
• Telemedicine Follow-up: Virtual follow-up with Professor Zheng's team
• Long-term Support: Ongoing assistance after returning home

Schedule Your Consultation

If you or a loved one has thyroid cancer, hyperparathyroidism, a pheochromocytoma, adrenal tumor, or another endocrine condition requiring surgery, Professor Zheng Qi at Ruijin Hospital offers world-class endocrine surgical expertise at a fraction of Western costs.

Contact China Medical Concierge - Shanghai today to request an imaging and hormone workup review, schedule a virtual consultation, and begin planning your journey to Shanghai for expert endocrine surgery.

Bridging international patients with Shanghai's finest endocrine surgeons — because your endocrine health deserves the care of China's most experienced endocrine surgical team.