Huashan Hospital, Fudan University

Specialty strengths

About

Huashan Hospital of Fudan University traces its origins to 1907, when it was founded as the Chinese Red Cross General Hospital. Today it functions as Shanghai's leading institution for infectious diseases, dermatology, and neurosurgery. It remains the only hospital in China to simultaneously occupy two #1 Fudan ranking positions — a striking demonstration of its depth across two starkly different disciplines.

History & scale

Scale and Heritage: With roughly 1,800 beds and over 4 million outpatient visits per year, Huashan has stood at the center of every major infectious disease outbreak China has confronted for more than a century. Its Department of Infectious Diseases — long led by the late Dr. Zhang Wenhong, who became China's most trusted public health communicator during COVID-19 — operates as the national reference laboratory for antimicrobial resistance and emerging pathogens.

Star specialties

Leading Disciplines: Huashan holds #1 in Infectious Diseases and #1 in Dermatology. The Dermatology Department is the largest in China, caring for over 1.5 million skin patients each year and functioning as the WHO Collaborating Center for Leprosy and Fungal Infections. It leads in phototherapy, laser dermatology, and the treatment of severe psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. The hospital additionally claims #2 in Neurosurgery, #2 in Rehabilitation Medicine, and #2 in Sports Medicine. The Neurosurgery Department, established by the iconic Dr. Shi Yuquan, numbers among the world's most experienced centers for cerebral arteriovenous malformation surgery.

Achievements & recognition

Distinctions and Landmarks: Huashan created China's first international medical center — the Huashan Worldwide Medical Center (HWMC), launched in 1989 — which now serves as the designated primary hospital for the US, UK, and Japanese consulates in Shanghai. Its hand surgery unit originated microsurgical limb replantation methods now employed globally. The hospital holds JCI accreditation with multiple successful re-accreditations.

International services

Services for International Patients: The HWMC sets the benchmark for international patient care in China, offering English-speaking physicians, direct billing with global insurance carriers, VIP wards on floors 15 and 16 with extended hours until 9 PM, and a dedicated 400 hotline. The center manages everything from everyday expatriate healthcare to intricate medical evacuations.

Why choose this hospital

Why Select Huashan Hospital: For dermatological conditions — particularly severe psoriasis, eczema, or diagnostically challenging rashes — as well as complex brain or spine surgery and chronic infectious diseases, Huashan serves as the reference institution for all of China and arguably for Asia. Three decades of international patient experience means foreign visitors encounter virtually no friction in accessing care.

Nationally ranked specialties — Fudan ranking, 10 in total

Location & getting there

Frequently asked questions

Where is Huashan Hospital, Fudan University located?

Huashan Hospital, Fudan University is located in Shanghai, China.

Is Huashan Hospital, Fudan University a top-ranked hospital?

Huashan Hospital, Fudan University ranks among China's leading hospitals on the authoritative Fudan University ranking — placed in the national Top 20 for overall strength, and ranked in the national top 10 for 10 specialties.

What is Huashan Hospital, Fudan University best known for?

Huashan Hospital, Fudan University is nationally recognized for Infectious Diseases, Dermatology, Neurosurgery and other specialties.

Can international patients visit Huashan Hospital, Fudan University?

Yes. International patients are advised to contact the hospital ahead of the visit to confirm appointment procedures and language support (Intl: +86-21-52889998).

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