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Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center
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Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center is a Top-40 national hospital in Shanghai, ranked nationally in 3 specialties.
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About
Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center (FUSCC), dating from 1931, numbers among China's earliest and most esteemed cancer hospitals. Together with the Cancer Hospital CAMS in Beijing, it forms the north-south backbone of Chinese oncology, commanding top-3 national rankings in pathology, oncology, and thoracic surgery.
History & scale
Scale and Heritage: FUSCC operates over 1,200 beds across its Xuhui and Pudong campuses, handling upwards of 1.5 million outpatient visits annually. It serves as the clinical home of the Shanghai Cancer Institute and a WHO Collaborating Center for Cancer Research. The hospital weaves prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and palliative care into a single organizational fabric.
Star specialties
Leading Disciplines: FUSCC claims the #2 national ranking in Pathology, #3 in Oncology, and #10 in Thoracic Surgery. The Pathology Department ranks among China's most technically advanced, equipped with extensive immunohistochemistry, FISH, and next-generation sequencing capabilities — it functions as the national reference center for lymphoma, breast cancer, and soft tissue sarcoma pathology. The oncology program delivers comprehensive multidisciplinary care across all major tumor types, with standout strength in breast cancer (China's highest-volume center), pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, and colorectal cancer. Radiation oncology at FUSCC features IMRT, SBRT, and proton therapy planning capabilities.
Achievements & recognition
Distinctions and Landmarks: FUSCC investigators have steered practice-changing clinical trials in triple-negative breast cancer, hepatocellular carcinoma with portal vein tumor thrombus, and oligometastatic colorectal cancer. The center's tumor tissue bank numbers among the largest in Asia, fueling translational research that has uncovered novel biomarkers and therapeutic targets. FUSCC leads China in cytoreductive surgery combined with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) for peritoneal carcinomatosis.
International services
Services for International Patients: The hospital's VIP Special Needs Clinic furnishes accelerated access to multidisciplinary oncology consultations, expedited pathology reviews, and coordinated treatment planning. International patients may register using their passport through the hospital's WeChat and Alipay platforms. A Medilink international helpline is available for insurance coordination.
Why choose this hospital
Why Select Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center: For any cancer diagnosis — but especially breast, liver, pancreatic, colorectal, or sarcoma — FUSCC delivers world-class expertise underpinned by Asia's premier tumor pathology laboratory. Its Shanghai location, international orientation, and integrated treatment model (surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy all orchestrated through one center) make it an exceptionally efficient cancer care destination.
Nationally ranked specialties — Fudan ranking, 3 in total
Location & getting there
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center located?
- Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center is located in Shanghai, China.
- Is Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center a top-ranked hospital?
- Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center ranks among China's leading hospitals on the authoritative Fudan University ranking — placed in the national Top 40 for overall strength, and ranked in the national top 10 for 3 specialties.
- What is Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center best known for?
- Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center is nationally recognized for Pathology, Oncology, Thoracic Surgery.
- Can international patients visit Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center?
- Yes. International patients are advised to contact the hospital ahead of the visit to confirm appointment procedures and language support (+86-21-64175590).
