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Specialty & Clinical Focus:
Cardiovascular surgeon at Beijing Anzhen Hospital’s Department of Valvular and Atrial Fibrillation Surgery in Beijing, focused on minimally invasive valve surgery, TAVR, mitral and aortic valve repair/replacement, atrial fibrillation surgery, CABG, and severe valvular heart disease.
Professional Title & Qualifications:
Associate Chief Physician
MD
MBA
Hospital & Department：
Beijing Anzhen Hospital – Department of Valvular and Atrial Fibrillation Surgery
(address: No. 2 Anzhen Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100029)
Dr. Baiyu Tian (田白羽) - Cardiovascular Surgeon
Personal Biography
Dr. Baiyu Tian is an Associate Chief Physician and cardiovascular surgeon at Beijing Anzhen Hospital, working in the Department of Valvular and Atrial Fibrillation Surgery. With nearly 20 years of clinical experience, he focuses on surgical care for valvular heart diseases and independently performs around 300 cardiac surgeries each year. His background includes mentorship under Chinese heart valve experts Prof. Meng Xu and Prof. Han Jie, visiting-scholar training at the Samuel & Frankel Cardiovascular Center at the University of Michigan, and a visiting fellowship at the Mitral Foundation Center at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York. Dr. Tian is active in international cardiovascular and thoracic surgery societies, serves as a peer reviewer for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications, and regularly participates in academic activity related to valvular disease.
Why Choose Dr. Baiyu Tian for Your Cardiac Care?
High-Volume Cardiovascular Surgery Experience
Dr. Tian has nearly 20 years of experience in cardiovascular surgery and independently performs around 300 cardiac surgeries each year. For international patients considering complex heart-valve care in China, this background provides a strong basis for reviewing prior records, surgical history, imaging, and treatment questions before travel.
Focused Experience in Heart-Valve and Minimally Invasive Procedures
His clinical focus includes minimally invasive and small-incision valve surgery, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), mitral and aortic valve repair/replacement, tricuspid valve repair, surgical treatment for atrial fibrillation, CABG, and severe valvular heart disease. These pathways often require detailed case documentation and specialist input before an overseas patient decides whether to pursue an in-person hospital pathway.
International Training and Professional Perspective
Dr. Tian’s practice is informed by training and academic exposure in both China and the United States, including visiting experience at the University of Michigan and Mount Sinai’s Mitral Foundation Center. His participation in international cardiovascular and thoracic surgery societies helps position his clinical profile clearly for patients seeking specialist review coordination in Beijing.
Pre-Travel Case Review & Specialist Liaison
International patients considering heart-valve surgery in China can request MedBridgeNZ coordination for a pre-travel specialist-review pathway with Dr. Baiyu Tian where available. Before any travel decision is made, MedBridgeNZ helps organize existing medical records, coordinate translation, support client-authorized document transfer, and communicate appointment requests with the relevant third-party hospital or specialist office.
Where available, the relevant hospital or specialist office will review submitted records for appointment triage or preliminary case-screening. This process can help clarify documentation needs, administrative next steps, and travel feasibility before an in-person pathway is pursued.
Disclaimer: MedBridgeNZ is a medical concierge provider serving a global client base. We assist with logistical coordination and facilitate access to healthcare professionals. MedBridgeNZ does not provide medical advice, diagnoses, or treatments.Any clinical feedback, treatment planning or suitability discussion remains with the relevant hospital or licensed specialist.
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Dr. Baiyu Tian
Areas of Expertise
Minimally invasive valve surgery and small-incision valve surgery
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Mitral valve repair and replacement
Aortic valve repair/replacement and aortic root surgery
Tricuspid valve repair
Surgical treatment for atrial fibrillation
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
Treatment of severe valvular heart diseases
Verified Client Satisfaction Metrics
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0/5.0 Overall Rating
* Treatment Pathway Satisfaction:
5.0/5.0
* Communication & Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
* High demand: Chosen online for specialist liaison and case reviews by over:
900 clients
(Source: These third-party platform indicators are provided for general reference only. They may change over time and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of diagnosis, treatment suitability, appointment availability, or individual clinical outcome.)
Work Experience
November 2021 – Present: Associate Chief Physician, Valvular Surgery Center, Beijing Anzhen Hospital
May 2017 – November 2021: Attending Physician, Valvular Surgery Center, Beijing Anzhen Hospital
Education & Training
Ph.D. in Cardiac Surgery, Capital Medical University
Master's Degree (7-Year Clinical Medicine Program), Capital Medical University
Visiting scholar, Samuel & Frankel Cardiovascular Center at the University of Michigan
Visiting fellowship, Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine's Mitral Foundation Center in New York
Awards & Honors
"Healer Pioneer Award" at the hospital level (2023)
"Youth Vanguard Award" at the hospital level (2022)
Third Prize, National Young Physicians Valve Repair Surgery Case Competition (2022)
Second Prize, National Young Physicians Bioprosthetic Valve Replacement Surgery Case Competition (2021)
Third Prize, Beijing Medical Science and Technology Award (2020)
First Prize, Medical Research Innovation Award from the Chinese Research Hospital Association (2019)
Academic & Professional Memberships
Member, Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS)
Member, European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS)
Member, Heart Valve Society (HVS)
Member, Asian Society for Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery (ASCVTS)
Committee Member, Cardiovascular Education Professional Committee of the China Medical Education Association
Committee Member, Clinical Research Working Committee of the China Medical Education Association
Committee Member, Cardiovascular Surgery Special Committee of the Beijing Society for Translational Medicine
Youth Committee Member, Valvular Disease Special Committee of the Chinese Research Hospital Association
Committee Member (Cardiac Surgery Group), Expert Volunteer Committee of the Chinese Association of Integrative Medicine
Committee Member, Atrial Fibrillation Professional Committee of the Chinese Research Hospital Association
Research & Publications
Published over 10 papers in SCI and core journals
Holds two invention patents
Peer reviewer for the journal Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications
Participated in the compilation and translation of several medical monographs
Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Selected peer-reviewed publications by Dr. Tian include:
Tian B, et al. Short-Term Results on Leaflet Mobility in Patients Undergoing Rheumatic Mitral Valve Repair With an Efficient 4-Step Commissuroplasty Technique. Tex Heart Inst J. 2022;49(6):e217801. PMID: 36450146.
Zhang W, Luo T, Meng F, Tian B, et al. Mitral valve repair versus bioprosthetic replacement outcomes in patients with rheumatic disease over 60. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2025;170(6):1536-1545.e5. PMID: 40187555.
Tian B, Wang J, Zhao C, Zhang W, Meng F, Luo T. Short-term outcomes of Perceval sutureless valve replacement in patients with type 0 bicuspid aortic valve. J Thorac Dis. 2026;18(3):240. PMID: 41988309.
*The doctor’s information is sourced from the hospital’s official website or provided directly by the doctor. Due to update cycles, there may be occasional delays in reflecting the most recent changes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How can I request appointment coordination with Dr. Tian from overseas?
International patients can contact MedBridgeNZ to request administrative coordination for a remote specialist-review or pre-travel appointment-triage pathway with Dr. Tian’s department at Beijing Anzhen Hospital where available. With the patient’s authorization, MedBridgeNZ can help prepare medical records, coordinate translation, support secure document transfer to the relevant third-party hospital or specialist office, and assist with appointment request communication.
Can Dr. Tian review whether my heart-valve condition may be relevant to his clinical focus?
Dr. Tian’s stated clinical focus includes minimally invasive valve surgery, TAVR, mitral and aortic valve repair/replacement, tricuspid valve repair, atrial fibrillation surgery, CABG, and severe valvular heart disease. Suitability for any procedure depends on the patient’s medical history and the independent specialist’s review. Where available, MedBridgeNZ can coordinate record preparation and document transfer for appointment triage or preliminary case-screening by the relevant third-party specialist office.
What if I do not speak Chinese during hospital visits in Beijing?
MedBridgeNZ can coordinate medical translation and non-clinical bilingual administrative support for hospital visits and specialist appointments where separately arranged. This support helps overseas patients communicate questions, understand administrative instructions, and navigate the hospital process more clearly while clinical explanations and decisions remain with the treating medical team.
Does MedBridgeNZ provide medical advice about my heart condition?
No. MedBridgeNZ is a medical concierge and logistics coordination provider. We do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, treatment recommendations, prescriptions, telemedicine, or clinical decision-making. Our role is to coordinate medical-record preparation, translation support, appointment communication, travel-related logistics, and bilingual administrative support for patients seeking access to independent licensed specialists in China.
Flexible Ways to Connect with the Specialist
We understand that every client’s situation is unique. Beyond the Remote Written Review, we offer a range of flexible ways to access specialist insights:
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Remote Video Liaison: For a more personal interaction, we can arrange a live video session, allowing you to discuss your case directly with the specialist with the help of our professional medical translators.
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On-Site Proxy Liaison: If you cannot travel, our dedicated bilingual team can visit the hospital in person on your behalf. We will present your translated medical records to the specialist, facilitate your inquiries, and provide you with a comprehensive translated report of the doctor’s findings.
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In-Person Appointment Booking: If you are planning to travel to China for treatment, we manage the complex hospital registration and appointment process, ensuring you have confirmed access to your chosen specialist upon arrival.
How MedBridgeNZ Helps You:
MedBridgeNZ is a medical concierge and logistics coordination provider for international patients exploring specialist-care pathways in China. We help with appointment request coordination, medical-record preparation, translation coordination, medical invitation or visa-document coordination support, travel planning, and non-clinical bilingual administrative support. We do not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, and third-party medical or travel costs remain separate unless expressly stated in writing.