Shanghai Children's Medical Center: World-Class Pediatric Care for International Families
2,000+ international patient visits in 2025. World-class pediatric cardiac surgery, SDR for cerebral palsy, dermatology. New Zhangjiang campus near Pudong Airport (opened 2025). Full bilingual support, remote consultation, and post-discharge follow-up.
الوجبات الرئيسية
- ✦Affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine Two campuses: Main campus (Dongfang Road) and Zhangjiang campus (near Pudong Airport) 2025 international patient visits: ~2,000 Pediatric cardiac surgery: 17 presentations at WCPCCS...
- ✦Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery SCMC's cardiovascular team is internationally recognized, particularly for complex congenital heart disease surgery.
- ✦SCMC's International Medical Service Department was significantly expanded with the opening of the Zhangjiang campus in March 2025: Full bilingual support throughout the treatment journey — from initial consultation through discharge Coordinated...
- ✦Opened March 2025, the Zhangjiang campus is located just 30 minutes from Pudong International Airport.
Shanghai Children's Medical Center (上海儿童医学中心), affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, is one of China's premier pediatric hospitals. In 2025, it treated approximately 2,000 international patient visits and presented 17 oral presentations at the World Congress of Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery. With a new International Medical Service Center opened near Pudong International Airport, it's becoming increasingly accessible to medical tourists.
SCMC at a Glance
- Affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
- Two campuses: Main campus (Dongfang Road) and Zhangjiang campus (near Pudong Airport)
- 2025 international patient visits: ~2,000
- Pediatric cardiac surgery: 17 presentations at WCPCCS 2025 in Hong Kong
- Language support satisfaction: 92%
Key Specialties
Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery
SCMC's cardiovascular team is internationally recognized, particularly for complex congenital heart disease surgery. They presented 17 oral presentations at WCPCCS 2025 — a testament to their global standing. The center treats children from across China and internationally for conditions ranging from simple ASD/VSD repairs to complex neonatal cardiac surgery.
Pediatric Dermatology
Dr. Deng Dan's team has treated over 100 international children, particularly for congenital skin lesions and nevus sebaceus. Bilingual support is provided throughout treatment.
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Dr. Xiao Bo's team specializes in selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) for cerebral palsy. In 2025, a Bulgarian child traveled 9,000 km to SCMC for this surgery, and an Italian neurosurgeon completed a 3-week training program learning the technique — demonstrating SCMC's emerging role as a global center of excellence in this procedure.
Pediatric Rehabilitation
Dr. Shen Min's team provides comprehensive post-surgical rehabilitation with a "medical + humanities" dual-track model that addresses both physical recovery and emotional well-being.
Pediatric Oncology & Blood Disorders
Comprehensive care for childhood cancers, offered at the Zhangjiang campus.
International Medical Services
SCMC's International Medical Service Department was significantly expanded with the opening of the Zhangjiang campus in March 2025:
- Full bilingual support throughout the treatment journey — from initial consultation through discharge
- Coordinated pathway: General Practitioner hub + Specialist engine model for seamless care
- Remote consultation: Online pre-consultation and telemedicine for cross-border cases
- Non-medical support: Visa assistance, airport pickup, accommodation booking, transport guidance
- Cultural sensitivity: Dietary accommodations, religious/cultural considerations
- Post-discharge: Remote follow-up and rehabilitation guidance
New Zhangjiang Campus
Opened March 2025, the Zhangjiang campus is located just 30 minutes from Pudong International Airport. This dedicated International Medical Service Center was designed with international patient flows in mind. Contact: 021-38626948 / 021-38626949 | Email: SCMCVIP@scmc.com.cn
International Patient Stories (2025–2026)
- Gloria, 5, Chinese-American: Successfully treated for nevus sebaceus with full bilingual support for her non-Chinese-speaking father
- Aliya, 11, Bulgaria: Traveled 9,000 km for selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) surgery for cerebral palsy — with multidisciplinary rehab support
- Andy, from Singapore: Treated for scalp nevus sebaceus after family discovered SCMC online
- Italian neurosurgeon exchange (August 2025): Dr. Carla Richetta completed a 3-week training program in SDR surgery — showcasing SCMC's growing role as an international teaching center
The Bottom Line
Shanghai Children's Medical Center offers international families access to world-class pediatric care, particularly in cardiac surgery, neurosurgery (SDR for cerebral palsy), dermatology, and rehabilitation. With the new Zhangjiang campus near Pudong Airport, dedicated international services with bilingual support, and a growing international reputation showcased at global conferences, SCMC is an increasingly attractive option for medical tourism families with children.
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