Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center

Specialty strengths

About

Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center (SYSUCC) belongs to China's 'Big Three' oncology hospitals and is a recognized global leader in cancer care, research, and education. Ranked #2 nationally for Oncology with A+++ status, SYSUCC treats over 200,000 cancer patients each year and has cultivated an international reputation that draws patients from across Asia, the Middle East, and beyond seeking the most advanced cancer therapies available in China.

History & scale

Scale and Heritage: SYSUCC operates across its Yuexiu and Huangpu campuses, functioning as the primary cancer referral center for southern China and a major hub for oncology clinical trials. The center's integration with Sun Yat-sen University — one of China's top research universities — powers a translational research pipeline that rapidly moves laboratory discoveries into patient care.

Star specialties

Leading Disciplines: SYSUCC's oncology program spans every major tumor type, with globally recognized expertise in nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) — a cancer endemic to southern China where SYSUCC has treated more cases than any institution worldwide. The center also excels in liver cancer, colorectal cancer, gastric cancer, and hematologic malignancies. Treatment capabilities cover the full armamentarium: precision radiotherapy (IMRT, SBRT, brachytherapy), minimally invasive and robotic surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy including CAR-T, and interventional oncology. The pathology and molecular diagnostics laboratory provides comprehensive genomic profiling that guides personalized treatment selection.

Achievements & recognition

Distinctions and Landmarks: SYSUCC investigators have defined global standards for NPC diagnosis and treatment, authored practice-changing studies in liver and colorectal cancer, and led numerous multinational clinical trials. The center's tumor registry and biobank are among Asia's most extensive, powering discovery research that has identified novel drug targets and biomarkers now in clinical use worldwide.

International services

Services for International Patients: The VIP/Special Needs Clinic, situated beside the payment counter on the 2nd floor of Building 1 at the Yuexiu campus, provides dedicated care coordination for international and premium patients. Appointments open daily at 4 PM (Yuexiu) and 3 PM (Huangpu) for dates up to 7 days ahead, accessible via the hospital's dedicated app.

Why choose this hospital

Why Select Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center: For any patient with NPC, liver cancer, or other malignancies prevalent in Asian populations, SYSUCC offers peerless tumor-specific expertise. For all cancer patients, it provides the depth of a dedicated cancer center, the innovation of an academic powerhouse, and outcomes that rival the world's best oncology institutions — at costs significantly lower than Western equivalents.

Nationally ranked specialties — Fudan ranking, 2 in total

Location & getting there

Frequently asked questions

Where is Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center located?

Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center is located in Guangzhou, China.

Is Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center a top-ranked hospital?

Sun Yat-sen University 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 2 specialties.

What is Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center best known for?

Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center is nationally recognized for Oncology, Thoracic Surgery.

Can international patients visit Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center?

Yes. International patients are advised to contact the hospital ahead of the visit to confirm appointment procedures and language support (Intl: +86-20-87342620).

Explore more