Yueyang Hospital of Integrated TCM and Western Medicine, Shanghai

About

Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine is one of the most distinctive hospitals affiliated with Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. As its name declares, Yueyang is China's leading institution for the integrated practice of Chinese and Western medicine — it is not purely a TCM hospital nor purely a Western-medicine hospital, but a place where both systems are practiced in coordinated clinical programs. This integrated model has made it influential nationally in developing protocols that combine the two medical traditions, and it serves as a national-level demonstration base for integrated Chinese-Western medicine.

History & scale

Founded in 1976, the hospital was established specifically as a center for integrated medicine during the late Cultural Revolution period when integrated Chinese-Western medicine was a national priority. With approximately 1,200 inpatient beds in its Shanghai campus, it has grown into a major clinical and research institution. Its facilities reflect its dual mission: it has both modern Western-medicine equipment and dedicated TCM therapy spaces including acupuncture rooms, herbal pharmacies, and tuina treatment areas.

Star specialties

Yueyang is particularly known for acupuncture and tuina (Chinese therapeutic massage) — its tuina department is one of the most recognized in China, treating musculoskeletal conditions, pediatric disorders, and internal diseases with manual therapy techniques. Integrated dermatology combines Western dermatological treatments with TCM herbal and topical therapies for psoriasis, eczema, and other chronic skin conditions. Integrated gastroenterology uses both endoscopy/Western diagnostics and TCM herbal formulas. The hospital's rehabilitation medicine program integrates physical therapy with acupuncture and tuina for post-stroke, post-surgical, and chronic pain rehabilitation. Other programs include integrated gynecology, integrated cardiology, and integrated respiratory medicine. The hospital's research arm studies the mechanisms and clinical effectiveness of integrated protocols.

Achievements & recognition

As a Grade A Class A (三甲) hospital under Shanghai University of TCM, Yueyang is designated as a national-level integrated Chinese-Western medicine hospital and a national clinical research base for integrated medicine. Multiple departments hold national key specialty designations, particularly tuina and dermatology. The hospital has contributed to the development of national integrated medicine clinical guidelines.

International services

Yueyang has relatively well-developed international patient services given its Shanghai location and its unique integrated medicine identity. The hospital has an International Medical Center that handles overseas patient inquiries, appointments, and English-language interpretation. Some senior practitioners are experienced in treating international patients. Shanghai's status as China's most international city — with excellent flight connections, abundant hotels at all price points, and enormous expatriate community — makes the logistics of an international medical visit straightforward. The hospital's integrated approach may be particularly appealing to international patients who are curious about Chinese medicine but want the reassurance of Western medical standards and diagnostics.

Why choose this hospital

For international patients, Yueyang is the ideal entry point for those new to Chinese medicine who want it integrated with Western medical standards. Rather than choosing between a TCM hospital and a Western hospital, Yueyang provides both within a coordinated framework — Western diagnostics to establish a clear diagnosis, and TCM therapies (acupuncture, tuina, herbal medicine) applied alongside or after conventional treatment. It is especially relevant for patients with chronic pain or musculoskeletal conditions (tuina and acupuncture), chronic skin conditions (integrated dermatology), and those who want to 'try TCM' in a hospital that feels familiar to someone accustomed to Western medical environments.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Yueyang Hospital of Integrated TCM and Western Medicine, Shanghai located?

Yueyang Hospital of Integrated TCM and Western Medicine, Shanghai is located in Shanghai, China.

Is Yueyang Hospital of Integrated TCM and Western Medicine, Shanghai a reputable hospital?

Yueyang Hospital of Integrated TCM and Western Medicine, Shanghai 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 Yueyang Hospital of Integrated TCM and Western Medicine, Shanghai?

Yes. International patients are advised to contact the hospital ahead of the visit to confirm appointment procedures and language support (+86-21-65161782).

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