Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital is a multispecialty academic center in Hangzhou, China. It focuses on cardiology, gastroenterology, orthopedics, and neurology for adults. The hospital opened in 1994 through a donation from philanthropist Sir Run Run Shaw. It is a teaching institute of the Zhejiang University School of Medicine.
The facility runs seven campuses with 71 departments and 4,300 licensed beds. Its medical team includes more than 8,500 staff members. Over 22,000 patients receive care every day. The cardiology department alone employs over 90 doctors. Sir Run Run Shaw is the first general hospital in China with JCI and HIMSS Stage 7 accreditation.
It was also the first Chinese hospital to join the Mayo Clinic Care Network. This partnership gives the team access to global medical knowledge and expert input. The hospital runs a dedicated International Healthcare Center for foreign patients. Diagnostic tools include about 100 ultrasound sets from GE, Philips, and Mindray.
The department uses coronary angiography and interventional therapies to manage these conditions. When possible, this avoids open-heart surgery.
The **Department of Gastroenterology** focuses on endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal tumors. The medical team monitors and treats precancerous lesions before they progress. They also manage gastrointestinal bleeding caused by liver cirrhosis. Additional services include targeted protocols for Helicobacter pylori eradication and inflammatory bowel disease management.The **Orthopedics** department features specialists such as Dr. CAI Hongxin, who completed fellowship training at Loma Linda University. The team provides joint replacement, reconstruction, and trauma fracture surgery. For musculoskeletal degeneration, the clinic offers ultrasound-guided PRP therapy. This stimulates tissue repair without invasive surgery.The institution also operates a specialized **Department of Electromyography**. This unit serves as a regional hub for clinical practice and research, managing over 40,000 outpatient visits annually. Eight electromyography instruments diagnose nerve and muscle disorders.### Diagnostic Equipment and TechnologySRRSH maintains a dedicated **Department of Ultrasound** that operates across 87 specialized rooms. The facility has approximately 100 sets of advanced diagnostic systems. These tools support echocardiography, Doppler sonography, and ultrasound-guided interventions. The hospital uses recognized equipment brands:These technologies provide high-resolution imaging across all seven campuses.
### Services for International PatientsThe hospital operates a dedicated International Healthcare Center (IHC) at the Qingchun and Qiantang campuses. The IHC provides a structured workflow designed specifically for foreign patients. Support staff help with appointment scheduling and coordinate outpatient and inpatient care. English-speaking assistance helps international patients navigate the multi-campus academic environment.