Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University

Zhujiang Hospital of Southern Medical University (珠江医院)

• It is the Second Affiliated Hospital of Southern Medical University and also known as the Second Clinical Medical College of the university, serving as a comprehensive teaching, research, and clinical hospital.

• Founded: 1947 (originally part of the military medical system), and later transitioned to university affiliation.

• Classification: Grade 3A hospital — the highest tier in China’s hospital system for comprehensive medical care, advanced research, and teaching.

• Location: Haizhu District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China — Industrial Middle Avenue (Gongye Ave.) No. 253.

• The hospital serves local and international patients, integrates medical treatment, medical education, scientific research, and preventive healthcare, and plays a major role in clinical medicine in the region.

🩺 Main Departments & Clinical Services

Zhujiang Hospital is a large comprehensive hospital with many specialties — typically covering most major clinical areas. Some key services and specialties include (standard for large Chinese tertiary hospitals; exact departments may vary and include many subspecialties):

🔹 Core Medical & Surgical Services

1. Internal Medicine – cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrinology, neurology
2. Surgery – general surgery and specialized surgical units
3. Emergency & Critical Care – urgent medical and trauma services
4. Obstetrics & Gynecology – women’s and maternal care
5. Pediatrics – child health and pediatric specialties
6. Orthopedics & Rehabilitation
7. Urology
8. Dermatology
9. ENT (Ear, Nose, & Throat)
10. Ophthalmology (Eye Care)
11. Radiology & Medical Imaging
12. Clinical Laboratory Services
13. Health Check-up & Preventive Care

The hospital’s size and service scope are substantial — it has around 89 clinical departments and is a leading medical center in Guangdong Province.

🧑‍⚕️ Teaching & Research

✔ Teaching Hospital: As part of Southern Medical University, it trains medical students, residents, and fellows across many specialties.

✔ Research: Hosts key clinical research units and participates in advanced clinical research projects. Its research output is tracked in institutional research rankings and includes contributions in health sciences.

✔ University Role: The hospital contributes to Southern Medical University’s mission of integrating clinical practice, medical training, and scientific advancement.

🧳 Patient Care & Achievements

📌 Comprehensive Care: Zhujiang Hospital treats common conditions and complex diseases with multidisciplinary teams.

📌 International Recognition: The hospital has treated patients from many countries and has been recognized for high-level medical services in the region.

📌 Reputation: It has been repeatedly evaluated within China’s hospital performance assessments and holds regional and national recognition for clinical quality.

📍 Quick Facts

1. 📍 Address: 253 Industrial Middle Avenue (Gongye Dadao Zhong), Haizhu District, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China.
2. 📞 Phone: +86-20-6164-3888 (general contact).
3. 🏥 Hospital Level: Grade 3A (tertiary comprehensive).
4. 🧑‍⚕️ Departments: ~89 clinical departments across comprehensive specialty care.