Renji Hospital Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

About the hospital

Founded in 1844 as Shanghai's first Western medicine hospital after the port opened, Renji Hospital affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine is a comprehensive tertiary A-level institution comprising four campuses and the Shanghai Cancer Institute. It integrates clinical care, education, and research with 2,750 authorized beds and 54 clinical departments. It boasts 13 national key clinical specialties, leading in gastroenterology (top Fudan ranking), rheumatology (innovative CAR-T for lupus), and liver transplantation (national leader; world-leading pediatric volume). With strong research output (high Nature Index ranking among Chinese hospitals) and advanced equipment including Da Vinci robots and PET-MR, it provides high-quality care and international services with DNV certification. It upholds the spirit of 'benevolent skills to relieve the world'.

Last updated: 2026-11-10

Grade 3A public hospital

Key strengths

• Gastroenterology
• Rheumatology
• Anesthesiology
• Urology

Specialty rankings

Positions in the Fudan specialty reputation ranking (2023). Each item links to the published source.

• #1Gastroenterology
• #3Rheumatology
• #3Anesthesiology
• #6Urology
• #8Nuclear Medicine
• #8Allergy
• #9Reproductive Medicine
• #10Obstetrics & Gynecology

Also nominated in: Nephrology, General Surgery, Clinical Pharmacy, Laboratory Medicine, Radiology

Departments

• Digestive
• Rare & hard-to-treat diseases
• Urology
• Fertility & women’s health
• Organ failure & transplant
• Rheumatology & immunology

Key specialties

• GastroenterologyNational key clinical specialty; leading in the Fudan national ranking
• Rheumatology and ImmunologyNational key clinical specialty; nationally leading in CAR-T for SLE
• Liver SurgeryNational key clinical specialty; nationally leading in liver transplant volume; globally leading in pediatric liver transplantation
• NeurosurgeryNational key clinical specialty
• UrologyNational key clinical specialty
• CardiologyNational key clinical specialty
• NephrologyNational key clinical specialty
• TransplantationNational key clinical specialty

Technologies and techniques

International patient services

• International patient department
• Insurance and billing support
• Medical interpreters
• VIP and international wards
• Remote pre-consultation

• Direct billing for international insurance
• Multilingual interpretation support
• Premium outpatient and inpatient care
• DNV international accredited services
• Remote consultation partnerships

Department

International Medical Department

Service languages

English, Japanese, French, German, Korean, Russian, Polish, Ukrainian

Contact

021-68383210 / renji_clinic@renji.com

Official page

renji.com

Strong treatment areas

• Systemic lupus erythematosus
• Advanced gastric cancer
• Liver cancer (HCC)
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Glioma
• Transplanted kidney tumor
• Familial hypercholesterolemia
• Drug-resistant epilepsy
• End-stage heart failure
• Pulmonary valve disease
• Pyloric obstruction

Conditions treated

Showing 12 of 14 conditions this hospital is recommended for.

Things to do near this hospital in Shanghai

Popular attractions in Shanghai you can enjoy before or after your appointments.

LandmarkEasy on recovery

The Bund

Iconic waterfront promenade with historic European buildings from the colonial era facing the futuristic Pudong skyline across Huangpu River. Perfect for leisurely strolls, night views, and photography. Wide flat paths suit all mobility levels with plenty of benches and photo spots.

• Allow about 2 h
• Free
• Open 24 hours

Recovery fit: Fully flat, wide paved promenade with frequent benches, elevators at crossings, and low exertion options. Ideal for short or extended visits with many resting points and scenic views without stairs.

MuseumEasy on recovery

Shanghai Museum

Premier museum with extensive collection of ancient Chinese bronzes, ceramics, calligraphy, paintings and more in a unique ding-shaped building. Air-conditioned galleries offer cultural immersion. Fully accessible indoor venue perfect for limited mobility visitors.

• Allow about 2.5 h
• Free
• 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (last entry 4:00 PM), closed Mondays except holidays

Recovery fit: Modern fully accessible facility with ramps, elevators, free wheelchair rental, seating throughout galleries. Low physical demand as visitors control pace in climate-controlled environment.

LeisureEasy on recovery

Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street

Vibrant pedestrian shopping street with historic and modern stores, street performers, and snacks. Blends old Shanghai charm with contemporary retail. Flat, car-free zone ideal for casual exploration and people watching.

• Allow about 2 h
• Free
• Open 24 hours

Recovery fit: Completely flat pedestrian street with shops offering seating, frequent rest areas, and accessible entrances. Easy pacing with many cafes for breaks.

HistoryModerate effort

Yu Garden

Classical Chinese garden from the Ming Dynasty with pavilions, rockeries, ponds, and intricate landscapes. Adjacent bazaar offers traditional Shanghai snacks and crafts. Showcases historical garden art and old city atmosphere.

• Allow about 1.5 h
• CNY 40 peak/CNY 30 off-peak
• 9:00 AM-4:30 PM (last entry 4:00 PM), closed Mondays except holidays
• Advance booking required

Recovery fit: Mix of flat paths and some steps/rockeries. Crowds can be challenging; limited wheelchair access in inner garden. Short visit possible with rests; periphery bazaar is flatter.

CultureEasy on recovery

Xintiandi

Upscale district of restored Shikumen houses turned into trendy restaurants, boutiques, and entertainment venues. Includes the First CPC Congress Site museum. Combines historic architecture with modern lifestyle in a pedestrian-friendly setting.

• Allow about 2 h
• Free
• Area open all day; shops and restaurants approx. 10:00 AM-10:00 PM

Recovery fit: Flat paved lanes with abundant restaurant seating, indoor options, and short walking distances between spots. Wheelchair friendly with many places to rest and dine.

LandmarkModerate effort

Oriental Pearl Tower

Futuristic 468-meter tower with distinctive pink spheres, offering 360-degree city views from observation decks including a glass floor. Base houses Shanghai Urban History Museum. Symbol of modern Shanghai.

• Allow about 2 h
• CNY 199
• 9:00 AM–9:00 PM (last entry 8:30 PM)
• Advance booking required

Recovery fit: High-speed elevators minimize stairs but lines and elevated viewing can tire visitors. Main areas wheelchair accessible; select lower decks for shorter visits with seating available.

Latest from this hospital

Oncology2026-10-16

Renji Hospital First to Complete Three Post-Approval Solid Tumor CAR-T Full-Course Treatments and Efficacy Assessments

The oncology team completed post-market CT041 (world's first solid tumor CAR-T) treatment in three advanced gastric cancer patients. Patients improved symptomatically, including resumption of oral intake after tube removal, with stable disease, making it the global center with the most such cases.

Renji Hospital Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

Rare & hard-to-treat diseases2026-03-06

World's First! Renji Hospital Academician Xia Qiang Team Publishes Nature Medicine Results on In Vivo Liver-Targeted Base Editing for Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia

Academician Xia Qiang's team completed the world's first Phase I trial of liver-targeted in vivo base editing gene therapy for heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, achieving an average 52.3% LDL-C reduction with favorable safety. It offers a potential one-time treatment for genetic metabolic diseases.

Renji Hospital Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

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