Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai University of TCM

About

Shuguang Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, is one of the oldest and most prestigious TCM hospitals in Shanghai. Its name means 'Dawn Light,' and it has been a beacon for TCM practice, education, and research in China's most cosmopolitan city for over a century. The hospital is particularly noted for its TCM hepatology (liver disease) program, which is one of the strongest in the country, and for its integration of classical TCM with modern clinical research methodology.

History & scale

Founded in 1906 during the late Qing Dynasty, Shuguang is one of the oldest TCM hospitals in China, predating the modern TCM institutional system. With approximately 1,800 inpatient beds, it has grown from its historical origins into a modern, large TCM hospital operating multiple branches in Shanghai's Pudong and Puxi areas. Its location in Shanghai — the economic and cultural capital of modern China — gives it resources, international visibility, and a patient population that is among the most diverse and sophisticated in the country.

Star specialties

Shuguang's flagship program is TCM hepatology — it manages chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver disease, and liver cancer with herbal formulations, and has conducted influential clinical research on TCM hepatoprotective therapies. TCM nephrology applies herbal medicine to chronic kidney disease. TCM cardiology manages hypertension, coronary artery disease, and heart failure with integrated protocols. TCM gastroenterology treats chronic digestive disorders. Acupuncture and tuina is a large, active department. TCM gynecology addresses menstrual disorders, infertility, and menopausal syndromes. The hospital also has a notable TCM emergency medicine program — applying Chinese medical approaches to acute conditions — and a classical formula practice grounded in Shanghai's scholarly TCM tradition.

Achievements & recognition

As a Grade A Class A (三甲) TCM hospital under Shanghai University of TCM, Shuguang is a national-level TCM clinical research base. Its hepatology program is a National Key Specialty and has led national TCM liver disease guideline development. The hospital contributes to TCM clinical research at the highest levels.

International services

Shuguang has an International Medical Center with English-language coordination. Shanghai University of TCM is one of the most internationally engaged TCM universities, and Shuguang treats international patients regularly. The hospital's hepatology program attracts international patients with liver disease seeking TCM treatment. Shanghai's world-class infrastructure, international community, and amenities make the logistics of a medical visit seamless. The hospital's Pudong location provides easy access from Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Why choose this hospital

For international patients, Shuguang is a top choice for TCM treatment of liver disease (hepatitis, fatty liver, early cirrhosis) — its hepatology program is genuinely one of the best in China. It is also an excellent general TCM destination in Shanghai: century-old institutional wisdom combined with modern research methodology, in China's most international and well-serviced city. Patients with chronic liver, kidney, or digestive conditions seeking TCM treatment will find deep expertise here.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai University of TCM located?

Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai University of TCM is located in Shanghai, China.

Is Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai University of TCM a reputable hospital?

Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai University of TCM is a Class III-A hospital — the highest tier in China's grading system, held by only about 5% of hospitals nationwide.

Can international patients visit Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai University of TCM?

Yes. International patients are advised to contact the hospital ahead of the visit to confirm appointment procedures and language support (+86-21-53821650).

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