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Specialty & Clinical Focus:
Breast surgeon at Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH) in Beijing, specializing in breast cancer surgery, breast-conserving and oncoplastic procedures, skin- and nipple-sparing mastectomy, immediate reconstruction, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and complex or screen-detected breast cancer cases.
Professional Title & Qualifications:
Associate Chief Physician,
Associate Professor,
Master's Supervisor
Hospital & Department：
Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH) – Department of Breast Surgery
(address: No. 1 Shuaifuyuan, Dongdan, Dongcheng District, Beijing, 100730)
Dr. Bo Pan (潘博) - Breast Surgery Specialist
Personal Biography
Dr. Bo Pan is an Associate Chief Physician and Associate Professor in the Department of Breast Surgery at Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH) in Beijing, with more than 15 years of clinical experience. His clinical work focuses on breast cancer surgery, breast-conserving and oncoplastic procedures, skin- and nipple-sparing mastectomy, and immediate reconstruction.
He completed an eight-year MD/PhD programme at Peking Union Medical College in 2006 and served as a Visiting Scholar at the UCSF Breast Care Center and Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center from 2013 to 2015. Dr. Pan has performed more than 2,000 breast surgeries, and his research includes breast cancer surgery, reconstruction and screen-detected disease.
Why Choose Dr. Bo Pan? (Facilitated by MedBridgeNZ)
For international patients exploring breast surgery in Beijing, Dr. Bo Pan combines more than 15 years of clinical experience at PUMCH with experience in over 2,000 breast operations and Visiting Scholar training at UCSF. His practice covers breast-conserving and oncoplastic surgery, skin- and nipple-sparing mastectomy, and immediate reconstruction.
Breast Cancer and Reconstruction Expertise: His clinical scope is relevant to patients comparing breast conservation, mastectomy, reconstruction, or surgery after neoadjuvant treatment.
International Training Background: His experience at the UCSF Breast Care Center adds an international academic perspective to his long-term breast surgery practice at PUMCH.
Better Pre-Travel Preparation: Organizing pathology reports, imaging, prior treatment records and a focused question list can help the specialist review the case and clarify possible next steps before travel.
Pre-Travel Case Review & Specialist Liaison
Before travelling to Beijing, MedBridgeNZ helps you prepare a focused case file for Dr. Bo Pan’s breast surgery team, including pathology reports, imaging, prior treatment records and your key questions. We coordinate medical-record translation, client-authorized document transfer and communication with the relevant PUMCH office.
As part of the arranged remote specialist-review pathway, the submitted records will be reviewed by Dr. Pan or the relevant PUMCH breast surgery team. The specialist opinion, recommendations and responses to your submitted questions will then be communicated to you. MedBridgeNZ also coordinates appointment communication and helps clarify the practical travel and scheduling steps if an in-person pathway is recommended.
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. Bo Pan
Areas of Expertise
Comprehensive Breast Cancer Treatment: Surgical treatment for breast cancer, including modified radical mastectomy.
Breast Conserving Surgery: Complex breast-conserving techniques and “scarless” minimally invasive tumor surgeries.
Reconstructive Surgery: Skin- and nipple-sparing mastectomy (NSM/TSSM) combined with immediate implant or expander reconstruction.
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy: Utilizing advanced tracing methods such as ultrasound contrast, methylene blue, and indocyanine green (ICG).
Screen-Detected Cancer: Surgery for non-palpable breast cancer (NPBC).
Complex Cases: Rescue conservation and reconstruction after neoadjuvant chemotherapy or targeted therapy.
Genetic Risk Management: Prophylactic mastectomy with immediate reconstruction for BRCA mutation carriers.
Aesthetic & Benign Procedures: Management of nipple discharge and benign aesthetic procedures via areola incision.
Systemic Therapy Planning: Individualized planning for chemotherapy and targeted therapy based on pathology.
Verified Client Satisfaction Metrics
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0/5.0 Overall Rating
* Treatment Pathway Satisfaction:
5.0/5.0
* Communication & Professionalism:
4.9/5.0
* High demand: Chosen online for specialist liaison and case reviews by over:
14,500 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
2018 – Present: Associate Professor, Department of Breast Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH).
2017 – Present: Associate Chief Physician, Department of Breast Surgery, PUMCH.
2013 – 2015: Visiting Scholar, UCSF Breast Care Center & Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, USA.
2008 – 2017: Attending Physician, Department of Breast Surgery, PUMCH.
2006 – 2008: Resident Physician, PUMCH.
Education & Training
2006: Completed an 8-year MD/PhD program at Peking Union Medical College.
2013 – 2015: Visiting Scholar, UCSF Breast Care Center and Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, United States.
Awards & Honors
2016 & 2017: “Best Attending Surgeon,” PUMCH Surgery Department.
2013: Selected for the PUMCH “Hundred Talents Plan” and CMB Excellent Young Physician Project.
Academic & Professional Memberships
Standing Committee Member, Breast Cancer Prevention and Control Expert Committee, Beijing Health Promotion Association.
Standing Committee Member, Public Committee, Beijing Breast Disease Prevention and Treatment Society.
MDT Expert, Chest Tumor Multidisciplinary Team, PUMCH.
Research & Publications
Project Leadership: Principal Investigator for 5 major research projects, including national- and provincial-level studies on breast cancer.
Key Publications: Authored over 10 academic papers; 4 abstracts accepted by the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS).
Innovation: Holds a patent for specialized breast surgical instruments.
Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Selected peer-reviewed publications by Dr. Bo Pan:
Pan B, Xu Y, Zhou Y, et al. Long-term survival of screen-detected synchronous and metachronous bilateral non-palpable breast cancer among Chinese women: a hospital-based study (2003–2017). Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2022;196(2):409–422. PMID: 36166112
Yao R, Du F, Liu R, et al. Breast Modular Resection in Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy with intraoperative laser speckle contrast imaging monitoring improved surgical training outcome among fellows. Clin Breast Cancer. 2024;24(8):705–715. PMID: 39289111
Pan B, Xu Y, Yao R, et al. Nomogram prediction of the 70-gene signature risk using medical history, imaging features and clinicopathological data among Chinese breast cancer patients. J Transl Med. 2023;21(1):798. PMID: 37946210
*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)
Is Dr. Bo Pan the right breast surgeon for my diagnosis and reconstructive needs?
Dr. Pan’s stated clinical focus includes breast cancer surgery, breast-conserving and oncoplastic procedures, skin- and nipple-sparing mastectomy, immediate implant or expander reconstruction, sentinel lymph node biopsy and surgery for complex or screen-detected cases. To help determine whether your case falls within this scope, MedBridgeNZ coordinates preparation, translation and client-authorized transfer of your pathology reports, imaging and treatment history. As part of the arranged remote specialist-review pathway, Dr. Pan or the relevant PUMCH breast surgery team will review the submitted records and provide an opinion, recommendations and responses to your key questions before travel.
How can an international patient request an appointment with Dr. Bo Pan at PUMCH?
MedBridgeNZ coordinates the administrative pathway with PUMCH, including medical-record preparation, translation coordination, appointment request communication and proposed hospital dates. Appointment timing and the required hospital steps depend on the department’s response and the patient’s circumstances. Once the pathway is confirmed, the concierge team can assist with medical invitation or visa-document coordination support, travel planning and non-clinical bilingual administrative support in Beijing. This gives international patients one point of coordination while the hospital retains control of registration, admission and clinical scheduling.
Can Dr. Pan review my case before I travel to China?
Yes. MedBridgeNZ can coordinate a remote specialist-review pathway before travel. We help organize pathology reports, imaging, previous treatment records and a focused list of questions, then coordinate translation and client-authorized document transfer to the relevant PUMCH breast surgery team. The specialist will review the submitted materials and provide an opinion, recommendations and answers to the submitted questions. We then coordinate communication of the response and help you plan practical next steps, including an onsite appointment request and medical travel logistics where appropriate.
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 seeking specialist breast care pathways in Beijing and elsewhere in China. We assist with appointment request coordination, medical-record preparation, translation coordination, client-authorized document transfer, medical invitation or visa-document support, travel planning and non-clinical bilingual administrative support. We do not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Hospital, specialist and other third-party medical or travel costs remain separate from MedBridgeNZ coordination fees unless expressly stated in writing.