Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital is one of the world's highest-volume thoracic surgery centers — performing over 30,000 surgical procedures annually, with research published in Nature and Cell, and nine decades of specialized expertise in lung disease.
Request a ConsultationWith over 30,000 surgical procedures performed annually across 12 operating rooms, our surgeons bring an unmatched depth of experience to every case — from early-stage nodules to the most complex thoracic conditions.
One of the world's largest thoracic surgery programs. Our surgeons perform 40–50 procedures daily, giving them expertise in both common and rare conditions that few centers can match.
Surgeons from across the globe travel to Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital to train and observe. Our international reputation is validated by the peers who choose to learn here.
Published in Nature and Cell — the world's most prestigious scientific journals. Winner of the 2019 National Science & Technology Progress Award for lung cancer precision diagnosis.
Founded in 1933 within the historic Ye Family Garden, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital is China's oldest and most established pulmonary specialty center — a Grade 3A hospital affiliated to Tongji University.
Set within the century-old Ye Family Garden — a designated cultural heritage site — Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital combines a uniquely beautiful campus with state-of-the-art medical facilities.
Our main campus spans 101,000 square meters in Shanghai's Yangpu District, with 1,200 beds, 11 clinical departments, and comprehensive diagnostic and treatment capabilities.
About the Hospital
Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital is a pioneer in video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and uniportal techniques. Our surgeons routinely perform complex procedures through a single small incision — meaning less pain, faster recovery, and an average hospital stay of just 3.73 days.
From early-stage lung cancer to complex mediastinal tumors, our minimally invasive approach delivers outcomes that match or exceed traditional open surgery.
Explore Our Expertise
Every year, thoracic surgeons from around the world travel to Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital to observe, train, and collaborate with our team. This international recognition from surgical peers is the strongest validation of our clinical excellence.
Learn About Training ProgramsWhether you need a screening, a second opinion, or are considering surgery, we offer structured programs designed for international patients.
Comprehensive one-day evaluation including low-dose CT screening, pulmonary function testing, blood work, and specialist consultation. You'll receive a detailed written report with recommendations.
InquireFound a nodule on a CT scan? Our 72-hour evaluation includes high-resolution imaging, multidisciplinary expert review, and a definitive recommendation — monitor, biopsy, or proceed to treatment.
InquireExpert review of your existing diagnosis and treatment plan by our thoracic surgery specialists. Receive a written second opinion with recommended next steps, including surgical options if appropriate.
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