Shanghai Children's Medical Center International Department
Xiaodan Yu

Xiaodan Yu

Chief Physician; Director of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics

Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics

Shanghai Children's Medical Center International Department

The official SCMC page presents Yu Xiaodan as a senior developmental-behavioral pediatric expert whose research and clinical focus centers on child nutrition and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Quick Answer

The official SCMC page presents Yu Xiaodan as a senior developmental-behavioral pediatric expert whose research and clinical focus centers on child nutrition and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Main conditions handled
ADHD · Autism spectrum disorder · Tic disorders
Best for
Developmental-behavioral pediatrics · Child nutrition · Neurodevelopment
Care approach
Integrated developmental assessment · Nutrition-neurodevelopment evaluation

Biography

According to the official page, Yu Xiaodan serves as director of developmental-behavioral pediatrics at SCMC. The page highlights leadership as a national key-research chief scientist, Shanghai leading talent, multiple national academic appointments, more than 80 papers as first or corresponding author, 6 edited or contributed books, and several scientific awards.

Specialties

Child nutrition and neurodevelopmental disorders
ADHD
Autism spectrum disorder
Tic disorders
Learning difficulties
Feeding difficulties
Food allergy
Malnutrition

Practice Areas

  • Developmental-behavioral pediatrics
  • Child nutrition
  • Neurodevelopment

Conditions Treated

ADHD
Autism spectrum disorder
Tic disorders
Learning difficulties
Feeding difficulties
Food allergy
Malnutrition

Academic Titles

  • Director of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
  • Chief Scientist on national key research project
  • Shanghai Leading Talent

Education & Overseas Experience

The reviewed official page emphasizes national academic and research leadership; explicit overseas training details were not listed in the excerpt reviewed.

Signature Techniques

  • Integrated developmental assessment
  • Nutrition-neurodevelopment evaluation
  • Long-term management of developmental disorders

International Patient Fit

Potentially suitable for international families seeking a senior tertiary-center opinion on neurodevelopment, feeding, learning, and child nutrition issues, especially where both medical and long-term developmental planning are needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this expert suitable for a second opinion?

Yes. Xiaodan Yu may be a strong option for second-opinion cases involving Child nutrition and neurodevelopmental disorders, ADHD, Autism spectrum disorder, 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 ADHD, Autism spectrum disorder, Tic disorders, 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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Credentials

  • Chief Physician
  • Director of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics

Languages

Chinese