Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai JiaoTong University School of Medicine
Overview
Founded in 1904, Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital, originally known as the Shanghai Westerners’ Quarantine Hospital, has developed into a large, comprehensive, and highly regarded tertiary hospital with over a century of history. In 2002, the hospital became affiliated with Shanghai JiaoTong University, and in February 2021, its original East Campus was fully integrated into the hospital, marking the beginning of a new chapter of high-quality development. In 2022, the hospital became the Sixth People’s Hospital Affiliated to the School of Medicine, Shanghai JiaoTong University.
The hospital has two campuses: Xuhui and Lingang. It is authorized for 2,556 beds (with 3,426 approved beds), of which 1,956 are located at the Xuhui campus (2,226 approved) and 600 at the Lingang campus (1,200 approved). It hosts 51 clinical and medical departments. In recent years, the hospital’s annual emergency visits have exceeded 5.3
million, with over 180,000 discharges and more than 120,000 surgeries performed.The hospital actively implements the spirit of the “Opinions on Strengthening Party Leadership in Public Hospitals,” ensuring the Party’s leadership in hospital governance. It adheres to the system of Party committee leadership under the responsibility of the hospital director. The hospital has been awarded the “National Civilized Unit” honor for six consecutive terms (19 years) and has maintained an “A” grade in the Shanghai municipal hospital performance assessments for 18 years. It is a pilot unit for the high-quality development of public hospitals in Shanghai. The hospital has achieved top rankings in national assessments: 33rd in the national three-tier public hospital performance evaluation, 25th in the China Hospital Scientific and Technological Value Rankings, and 20th in the Best Hospital Rankings published by Fudan University. Departments such as Orthopedics, Endocrinology, Otorhinolaryngology, and Ultrasound Medicine are consistently ranked among the top ten in the country.
Technological Innovation
As a center of medical innovation, the hospital has pioneered numerous medical technologies. In 1958, Professor Zhou Yongchang and others founded the ultrasound diagnostic field in China, earning the hospital the title of “Birthplace of Chinese Ultrasound Diagnosis.” In 1963, Professors Chen Zhongwei and Qian Yunqing successfully performed the first replantation of a severed limb in medical history, making the hospital the “Cradle of Limb Replantation.” In 1978, Professor Yu Zhongjia’s successful reconstruction techniques for hand or finger amputations were hailed as the birthplace of “Chinese hands” and won the National Invention Award.
In recent years, the hospital has introduced numerous advanced technologies, including microsurgical reconstruction techniques in orthopedics, groundbreaking work in diabetes management in endocrinology, and innovative surgical methods in otorhinolaryngology. The hospital is home to several key research institutes, including the Shanghai Microsurgery Institute, Shanghai Diabetes Research Institute, and Shanghai Sleep and Respiratory Disorder Laboratory.
Scientific Research and Medical Talent
The hospital is an important institution for both clinical care and scientific research, with 309 national and provincial awards in scientific research. In 2023 alone, the hospital received 283 external vertical research projects, including 103 national-level projects, and published 540 SCI/EI articles. Over the past five years, the hospital ranked 16th in China in terms of publication volume.
Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital is also known for its prominent medical talent. Notable figures include Professor Chen Zhongwei, a member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Professor Xiang Kunsan, a member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering. Other distinguished experts have been recognized with numerous awards and accolades, further solidifying the hospital’s reputation.
Discipline Development
The hospital has 9 national clinical key specialties, including Orthopedics, Endocrinology, Otorhinolaryngology, Medical Imaging, Sports Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Trauma Surgery, Joint Surgery, and Foot and Ankle Surgery. It is also home to many other specialized centers and research projects aimed at advancing medical science and improving patient care.
Medical Education
As part of its commitment to medical education, the hospital serves as a doctoral and postdoctoral training base for Shanghai JiaoTong University. It has over 300 academic mentors, and its educational achievements include national and municipal awards for excellence in teaching.
Hospital Culture
A hundred years of progress—Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital continues to follow its mission of putting patients first and ensuring quality care, while striving to become an international medical center of excellence as outlined in the hospital’s second Party congress goals.
Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai JiaoTong University School of Medicine
Overview
Founded in 1904, Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital, originally known as the Shanghai Westerners’ Quarantine Hospital, has developed into a large, comprehensive, and highly regarded tertiary hospital with over a century of history.
In 2002, the hospital became affiliated with Shanghai JiaoTong University, and in February 2021, its original East Campus was fully integrated into the hospital, marking the beginning of a new chapter of high-quality development. In 2022, the hospital became the Sixth People’s Hospital Affiliated to the School of Medicine, Shanghai JiaoTong University.
The hospital has two campuses: Xuhui and Lingang. It is authorized for 2,556 beds (with 3,426 approved beds), of which 1,956 are located at the Xuhui campus (2,226 approved) and 600 at the Lingang campus (1,200 approved). It hosts 51 clinical and medical departments. In recent years, the hospital’s annual emergency visits have exceeded 5.3
million, with over 180,000 discharges and more than 120,000 surgeries performed.The hospital actively implements the spirit of the “Opinions on Strengthening Party Leadership in Public Hospitals,” ensuring the Party’s leadership in hospital governance. It adheres to the system of Party committee leadership under the responsibility of the hospital director. The hospital has been awarded the “National Civilized Unit” honor for six consecutive terms (19 years) and has maintained an “A” grade in the Shanghai municipal hospital performance assessments for 18 years. It is a pilot unit for the high-quality development of public hospitals in Shanghai. The hospital has achieved top rankings in national assessments: 33rd in the national three-tier public hospital performance evaluation, 25th in the China Hospital Scientific and Technological Value Rankings, and 20th in the Best Hospital Rankings published by Fudan University. Departments such as Orthopedics, Endocrinology, Otorhinolaryngology, and Ultrasound Medicine are consistently ranked among the top ten in the country.
Technological Innovation
As a center of medical innovation, the hospital has pioneered numerous medical technologies. In 1958, Professor Zhou Yongchang and others founded the ultrasound diagnostic field in China, earning the hospital the title of “Birthplace of Chinese Ultrasound Diagnosis.” In 1963, Professors Chen Zhongwei and Qian Yunqing successfully performed the first replantation of a severed limb in medical history, making the hospital the “Cradle of Limb Replantation.” In 1978, Professor Yu Zhongjia’s successful reconstruction techniques for hand or finger amputations were hailed as the birthplace of “Chinese hands” and won the National Invention Award.
In recent years, the hospital has introduced numerous advanced technologies, including microsurgical reconstruction techniques in orthopedics, groundbreaking work in diabetes management in endocrinology, and innovative surgical methods in otorhinolaryngology. The hospital is home to several key research institutes, including the Shanghai Microsurgery Institute, Shanghai Diabetes Research Institute, and Shanghai Sleep and Respiratory Disorder Laboratory.
Scientific Research and Medical Talent
The hospital is an important institution for both clinical care and scientific research, with 309 national and provincial awards in scientific research.
In 2023 alone, the hospital received 283 external vertical research projects, including 103 national-level projects, and published 540 SCI/EI articles. Over the past five years, the hospital ranked 16th in China in terms of publication volume.
Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital is also known for its prominent medical talent. Notable figures include Professor Chen Zhongwei, a member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Professor Xiang Kunsan, a member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering. Other distinguished experts have been recognized with numerous awards and accolades, further solidifying the hospital’s reputation.
Discipline Development
The hospital has 9 national clinical key specialties, including Orthopedics, Endocrinology, Otorhinolaryngology, Medical Imaging, Sports Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Trauma Surgery, Joint Surgery, and Foot and Ankle Surgery. It is also home to many other specialized centers and research projects aimed at advancing medical science and improving patient care.
Medical Education
As part of its commitment to medical education, the hospital serves as a doctoral and postdoctoral training base for Shanghai JiaoTong University. It has over 300 academic mentors, and its educational achievements include national and municipal awards for excellence in teaching.
Hospital Culture
A hundred years of progress—Shanghai Sixth People’s Hospital continues to follow its mission of putting patients first and ensuring quality care, while striving to become an international medical center of excellence as outlined in the hospital’s second Party congress goals.