Zhiwei Xu
Chief Physician; Professor; Doctoral Supervisor
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Shanghai Children's Medical Center International Department
The official SCMC page presents Xu Zhiwei as a senior pediatric congenital heart surgeon with deep experience in difficult infant heart disease and congenital heart disease complicated by airway stenosis.
Quick Answer
The official SCMC page presents Xu Zhiwei as a senior pediatric congenital heart surgeon with deep experience in difficult infant heart disease and congenital heart disease complicated by airway stenosis.
Biography
According to the official page, Xu Zhiwei is a chief physician, professor, and doctoral supervisor. He previously served as director of the heart center and director of cardiothoracic surgery at SCMC. The page highlights a long career in pediatric cardiac surgery, more than 120 papers, multiple books including atlases of difficult congenital heart surgery, and numerous national and Shanghai scientific awards.
Specialties
Practice Areas
- •Pediatric cardiac surgery
- •Congenital heart disease
- •Heart-airway combined surgery
Conditions Treated
Clinic Schedule
- •Monday morning (VIP clinic)
Academic Titles
- •Professor
- •Doctoral Supervisor
- •Former Director of the Heart Center
- •Former Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Academic Roles
- •Former Director of the Heart Center at SCMC
- •Former Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery at SCMC
Education & Overseas Experience
The official page notes Clinical Research Fellow training at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Canada, from 1986 to 1987, plus additional visits and study at major international pediatric cardiovascular centers.
Research Highlights
- •Published more than 120 academic papers in pediatric cardiac surgery
- •Edited specialist books including atlases on difficult congenital heart surgery
- •Built a long clinical career focused on difficult infant congenital heart disease and heart-airway combined surgery
Signature Techniques
- ★Surgical treatment of difficult pediatric congenital heart disease
- ★Treatment of congenital heart disease associated with airway stenosis
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
International Patient Fit
Strong fit for international families needing a senior congenital heart surgery expert for difficult infant cases or combined heart-airway disease in a major pediatric referral center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this expert suitable for a second opinion?
Yes. Zhiwei Xu may be a strong option for second-opinion cases involving Diagnosis and surgical treatment of pediatric congenital heart disease, Complex congenital heart disease in infants and young children, Congenital heart disease with tracheal stenosis, 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 Various congenital heart defects, Complex congenital heart disease in babies and infants, Congenital heart disease complicated by tracheal stenosis, 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
- Professor
- Doctoral Supervisor