Haibo Zhang
Chief Physician; Lead Expert in Cardiothoracic Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Shanghai Children's Medical Center International Department
The official SCMC page presents Zhang Haibo as a high-volume pediatric cardiac surgeon focused on complex congenital heart disease, hybrid procedures, neonatal surgery, and advanced surgical planning technologies.
Quick Answer
The official SCMC page presents Zhang Haibo as a high-volume pediatric cardiac surgeon focused on complex congenital heart disease, hybrid procedures, neonatal surgery, and advanced surgical planning technologies.
Biography
According to the official page, Zhang Haibo is a chief physician, lead expert in cardiothoracic surgery, deputy director of the heart center, deputy director of the heart research institute, and a doctoral supervisor at SCMC. The page states that he has around 30 years of clinical practice and has completed more than 5,000 congenital heart operations as primary surgeon. It also highlights research in hybrid treatment, perinatal diagnosis-treatment pathways, tissue-engineered vessels, and 3D printing/computational planning.
Specialties
Practice Areas
- •Pediatric cardiac surgery
- •Hybrid surgery
- •Surgical planning technology
Conditions Treated
Clinic Schedule
- •Tuesday all day (VIP clinic in the morning, specialist clinic in the afternoon)
Academic Titles
- •Lead Expert in Cardiothoracic Surgery
- •Deputy Director of the Heart Center
- •Deputy Director of the Heart Research Institute
- •PhD Supervisor
Academic Roles
- •Lead Expert in Cardiothoracic Surgery at SCMC
- •Deputy Director of the Heart Center
- •Deputy Director of the Heart Research Institute
- •Vice Chair of the Shanghai Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
- •Vice President of the Shanghai Association of Cardiac Surgery
Education & Overseas Experience
The official page notes cardiac surgery training at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC, and Boston Children's Hospital in the United States.
Research Highlights
- •Completed more than 5,000 congenital heart operations as primary surgeon
- •Led National Natural Science Foundation-related work and research on tissue-engineered artificial vessels
- •Advanced clinical application research in precision structural heart surgery using simulation technology
Signature Techniques
- ★Hybrid treatment of complex congenital heart disease
- ★Neonatal complex congenital heart surgery
- ★3D printing and computational blood-flow modeling for surgical planning
Awards & Honors
- ★Shanghai Model Worker
- ★Top 10 Doctor in Shanghai Health System
- ★Shanghai Health Field Leading Talent
- ★National Science and Technology Progress Award (Second Class, third contributor)
- ★Golden Knife Award
- ★China Red Cross Silk Road Angel Medal
International Patient Fit
Strong fit for international families seeking a high-volume congenital heart surgeon for neonatal, infant, or structurally complex pediatric heart disease, especially where advanced planning and hybrid approaches may matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this expert suitable for a second opinion?
Yes. Haibo Zhang may be a strong option for second-opinion cases involving Surgical correction of complex congenital heart disease, Hybrid treatment of congenital heart disease, Neonatal and infant surgery for complex congenital heart disease, especially when families want input from a leading pediatric center in Shanghai.
What kinds of cases is this expert best for?
This expert is generally best suited for cases involving Complex congenital heart defects, Valve disease, Single-ventricle physiology, based on the public SCMC profile and the doctor’s main clinical focus.
Can OriEast help arrange the appointment?
Yes. OriEast can help international families prepare records, confirm booking steps, and coordinate communication with Shanghai Children's Medical Center International Department when arranging care.
What records should patients prepare before booking?
Prepare the latest diagnosis, imaging or pathology reports, treatment summaries, medication list, and any key questions for the specialist. Clear English translations are helpful if available.
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Affiliated Hospital
Shanghai Children's Medical Center International DepartmentCredentials
- Chief Physician
- PhD Supervisor