Hospital Overview
Institutional History and Development
Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine Affiliated Ninth People's Hospital (hereafter "SJTU Ninth Hospital") traces its origins to the Bethel Hospital, established in 1920. Over the past century, it has evolved through multiple stages of academic affiliation and institutional integration, including its 2005 merger with Shanghai Second Medical University and the 2014-2015 consolidation with the Third People's Hospital of Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Today, SJTU Ninth Hospital operates as a government-approved, non-profit, tertiary Grade-A comprehensive hospital, delivering high-quality clinical care across multiple campuses in Shanghai, including South, North, Pudong, Pudong Medical-Education Park, and the under-construction Zhujiaqiao campus.
Emergency and Critical Care Role
As a designated regional emergency and critical care center, SJTU Ninth Hospital plays a central role in treating severe and complex cases and serves as a recognized hub for Shanghai's 120 emergency network.
Key Highlights
Clinical Excellence and Scale
- In 2025, the hospital recorded over 4.8 million outpatient visits, 150,000 inpatient admissions, and 90,000 inpatient surgeries, with 170,000 outpatient surgical procedures performed.
- The average length of stay is 4.6 days, reflecting efficient care pathways and high standards of patient management.
Academic and Research Leadership
- Home to 192 doctoral supervisors and 196 master's supervisors, SJTU Ninth Hospital hosts 6 postdoctoral research stations, 29 doctoral programs, and 35 master's programs.
- Major research platforms include the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, the National Key Laboratory of Visual Health, and the Shanghai Tissue Engineering National Engineering Research Center, among others.
- The hospital actively drives innovation with internationally collaborative centers, such as the Shanghai-Sydney Joint Research Center for Bioengineering and Regenerative Medicine and the Shanghai-New Zealand Oral and Maxillofacial Research Center.
International Accreditation and Collaboration
- Established globally recognized training and certification centers, including partnerships with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (IAOMS), and the AO CMF International Society.
- Houses China's first internationally accredited Anesthesia Nursing Education Base, as well as training centers for the American Heart Association (Cardiovascular Emergency) and the Society of Critical Care Medicine (Fundamental Critical Care Support).
Talent and Governance
- The hospital's faculty includes 5 academicians of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and over 70 national-level talent awardees, supported by nearly 400 Shanghai-level recognized academic and technical leaders.
- Governance structures and operational protocols are aligned with international standards, reflecting robust quality assurance, transparency, and comparability with leading Western academic medical centers.
Key Specialized Departments Overview
SJTU Ninth Hospital hosts a portfolio of nationally ranked clinical specialties supported by standardized clinical governance, advanced technology platforms, and multidisciplinary care models comparable to leading academic medical centers in North America and Europe. These departments combine high clinical volume with strong quality assurance systems, evidence-based practice, and integrated research and teaching functions.
Core Clinical Specialties
Plastic Surgery
The hospital hosts the world's largest plastic surgery center, which also serves as China's premier hub for education, research, and clinical practice in the field. International-standard protocols and quality governance underpin all surgical services.
Stomatology
Serving as the backbone for the National Stomatology Center and the National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, this department offers advanced care in Endodontics, Periodontology, Oral Mucosal Diseases, Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Preventive Dentistry, Oral Implantology, and General Dentistry. Several programs meet internationally recognized standards.
Otorhinolaryngology
Specializing in otoneurology and skull base surgery, the department consistently ranks among the top three nationally, demonstrating mature clinical governance and outcomes tracking.
Ophthalmology
The hospital's ophthalmic plastic, orbital surgery, and ocular oncology programs are nationally leading, with outcomes aligned to international benchmarks.
Orthopedics
Orthopedic and spine surgery services are recognized as dominant within China, with standardized protocols ensuring high-quality, reproducible results.
Cardiovascular Medicine
A regional leader in Shanghai for interventional cardiovascular therapy, this department emphasizes evidence-based care and adherence to internationally recognized procedural standards.
Urology
The hospital's holmium laser enucleation of the prostate is among the most advanced in Shanghai, reflecting robust clinical governance and patient safety protocols.
Vascular Surgery
One of the first national training bases for peripheral vascular interventional therapy, this department demonstrates advanced capabilities in both education and clinical practice.
Hernia and Abdominal Wall Surgery
Maintaining a leading position in Shanghai, the department provides expert diagnosis and treatment of hernia and abdominal wall conditions, supported by standardized clinical pathways.
Reproductive Medicine
China's top center for assisted reproduction in patients with advanced maternal age, delivering care guided by rigorous quality management and clinical research.
International Patient Services
Key Features of International Medical Services:
Department Overview and Capacity
On January 10, 2024, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital officially launched its International Medical Department (Premium Care Division) at the Pudong Campus. The department spans approximately 19,000 square meters with an independent clinical zone, 133 dental and treatment chairs, and 30 operating rooms.
It currently offers more than 20 specialty services with 216 experts on consultation schedules. In 2024, annual outpatient visits reached 273,000 and total procedures reached 29,734. The department is staffed by 5 full-time physicians and an 81-member nursing team.
Since 2022, the team has secured one municipal-bureau-level research project, published 11 SCI-indexed papers and 12 core-journal papers, and obtained 7 patents.
Clinical Positioning and Service Model
The International Medical Department (Premium Care Division) is designed to deliver high-end care supported by advanced equipment, high-standard services, and high-level clinical expertise. It aligns with international precision and frontier diagnostic and treatment approaches, aiming to build a first-class international medical center in China.
The platform integrates the hospital's strengths across stomatology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, otorhinolaryngology, and ophthalmology. With the positioning of a destination for esthetic and oral healthcare, it provides a one-stop service system covering appointment booking, efficient consultation, convenient payment, and patient-centered support, together with diversified premium medical services.
Specialty Service Highlights
Plastic and Reconstructive Services: Subspecialties include head and neck deformity reconstruction, hand and foot deformity repair, comprehensive scar management, fat grafting and body contouring, rhinoplasty, oculoplastic surgery, breast surgery, post-facial-paralysis reconstruction, and diagnosis and treatment of hemangioma and vascular malformations, with a dedicated laser aesthetic treatment platform for personalized care plans.
Stomatology Services: The department operates 133 treatment chairs and advanced equipment including CBCT, endodontic microscopes, and water-laser systems. Complex oral cases are managed through multidisciplinary consultation pathways. Internationally recognized implantology expert Professor Tonetti serves in leadership roles for clinical research and implantology programs. Academician Zhang Zhiyuan also provides specialist services in oral and maxillofacial head and neck oncology.
Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Services: Focused on complex auditory disorders, the department includes a hearing implantation center with comprehensive hearing testing, diagnostic, intervention, and rehabilitation technologies, supported by integrated endoscopy, outpatient procedure, and clinic service infrastructure.
Ophthalmology Services: Key strengths include orbital disease and ocular oncology, with subspecialty services in ocular surface and corneal disease, vitreoretinal disease, glaucoma, cataract, optometry, strabismus and amblyopia, and pediatric ophthalmology. The department is equipped with advanced diagnostic systems and femtosecond excimer laser platforms.
Additional internal medicine, surgery, dermatology, and traditional Chinese medicine services, together with auxiliary departments, support the medical needs of patients from Shanghai, across China, and internationally.
1. Appointment Methods
WeChat / App: Follow the official WeChat account “Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital.” Enter “Online Appointment -> International Medical Department,” register with passport information, and complete booking. New appointment slots are released daily at 7:30 AM, with booking available up to 14 days in advance.
Phone: Call (+8621) 23271699 for booking, with English-language support.
2. Fees & Payment
- Consultation: RMB 25-400 (specialists)
- Standard single inpatient room: around RMB 1,500 per person per day
- Surgery and treatment fees follow standard medical service pricing
3. Outpatient Hours
- Monday-Sunday
- Morning: 08:00-11:30
- Afternoon: 13:30-17:00
3. Address Info
No. 1908 Gaoke West Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai
Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital (Pudong Campus) - North Gate
- Outpatient:
- Stomatology on B Building, 1st Floor
- Aesthetic services on D Building
- Inpatient:
- Aesthetic inpatient ward on C Building
3. Service Languages
Mandarin, English.