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Specialty & Clinical Focus:
Pediatric pulmonology specialist at Xinhua Hospital in Shanghai, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, with a clinical focus on childhood asthma, infant wheezing, chronic cough, recurrent respiratory infections, allergic conditions, and pediatric pulmonary-function assessment.
Professional Title & Qualifications:
Chief Physician
Professor
MD
PhD
Master's Supervisor
Hospital & Department：
Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine – Department of Pediatric Respiratory Medicine
(address: No. 1665 Kongjiang Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai, 200092)
Dr. Dingzhu Fang (房定珠) - Pediatric Pulmonologist
Personal Biography
Dr. Dingzhu Fang is a Chief Physician and Professor in the Department of Pediatric Respiratory Medicine at Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine. She holds a Ph.D. in Medicine, serves as a Master’s Supervisor, and is Deputy Leader of the Shanghai Pediatric Pulmonary Function Collaboration Group. With more than 35 years of clinical experience in pediatric respiratory medicine and general pediatric internal medicine, Dr. Fang focuses on difficult and persistent respiratory conditions in children, including pediatric asthma, infant wheezing, chronic cough, recurrent pneumonia and other respiratory infections, allergic rhinitis, and pediatric pulmonary-function assessment.
Why Choose Dr. Dingzhu Fang for Pediatric Respiratory Care?
Dr. Dingzhu Fang brings more than 35 years of experience in pediatric respiratory medicine as a Chief Physician and Professor at Xinhua Hospital in Shanghai. Her clinical focus includes chronic cough, pediatric asthma, infant wheezing, recurrent pneumonia, allergic respiratory conditions, and pediatric pulmonary-function assessment. She also serves as Deputy Leader of the Shanghai Pediatric Pulmonary Function Collaboration Group, adding relevant academic and clinical depth for complex or persistent cases.
For international families considering a remote specialist review or care in Shanghai, this focused expertise is particularly relevant when preparing medical records, prior treatment history, lung-function results, and a clear question list for review. A well-prepared specialist review can help families understand the issues to discuss and organize the next step before deciding whether to pursue an in-person pathway in China.
Pre-Travel Case Review & Specialist Liaison
Before arranging travel to Shanghai, international families can ask MedBridgeNZ to coordinate a remote specialist-review pathway with Dr. Dingzhu Fang. We help prepare and translate the child’s medical records, organize client-authorized document transfer to Xinhua Hospital, and communicate the family’s priority questions and appointment request.
When the remote review is confirmed, the relevant Xinhua Hospital specialist will review the submitted records, provide an independent clinical opinion and recommendations, and respond to the family’s questions. This pre-travel step helps families clarify the proposed next steps and practical travel requirements before deciding whether to proceed with care in Shanghai.
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. Dingzhu Fang
Areas of Expertise
Pediatric Asthma & Infant Wheezing: Comprehensive management plans for chronic respiratory conditions.
Chronic Cough: Diagnosis of underlying causes for persistent coughing in children.
Respiratory Infections: Treatment of recurrent colds, pneumonia, and Mycoplasma Pneumonia.
Allergic Conditions: Management of allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, and associated skin conditions in allergic children.
Pulmonary Function: Expert interpretation of pediatric lung function tests.
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:
14,200 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
Chief Physician & Professor: Department of Pediatric Respiratory Medicine, Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine.
Clinical Leadership: Over 35 years of dedicated experience in pediatric respiratory diseases and general pediatric internal medicine.
Education & Training
Awards & Honors
“Annual Good Doctor” (2016, 2017, 2018): Awarded for three consecutive years by HaoDaifu (Good Doctor Online), reflecting high patient satisfaction and service excellence.
Academic & Professional Memberships
Member, Pediatrics Committee of the China Association of Integrative Medicine (CAIM)
Member, National Pediatric Respiratory Infection Collaboration Group
Deputy Leader, Shanghai Pediatric Pulmonary Function Collaboration Group
Research & Publications
Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Li J, et al. Utility of basophil activation test for predicting the outcome of wheezing in children: a pilot study. BMC Immunol. 2021;22(1):4. PMID: 33407109.
Li J, et al. A pilot study to evaluate the role of circulation CD4+ CCR6+ CRTh2+ cell in predicting risk of asthma in wheezing children. BMC Pediatr. 2021;21(1):263. PMID: 34090369.
Chen M, et al. Changing clinical characteristics of pediatric inpatients with pneumonia during COVID-19 pandamic: a retrospective study. Ital J Pediatr. 2024;50(1):84. PMID: 38650007.
*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. Fang the right specialist for my child’s respiratory condition?
Dr. Fang’s stated clinical focus includes infant wheezing, pediatric asthma, chronic cough, allergic rhinitis, recurrent pneumonia and other respiratory infections, and pediatric pulmonary-function assessment. For complex or unresolved respiratory concerns, MedBridgeNZ can coordinate the preparation and transfer of records for a remote specialist review. Once the review is confirmed, Dr. Fang or the relevant Xinhua Hospital specialist will review the submitted information and provide an independent clinical opinion on the questions raised.
How can an international family request a remote review or appointment with Dr. Fang?
Contact MedBridgeNZ with your child’s medical records and the questions you want addressed. We coordinate record preparation, translation, client-authorized transfer to Xinhua Hospital, and appointment communication. When the remote review or hospital appointment is confirmed, the specialist will review the submitted records and respond to the clinical questions. Appointment timing and format are set by the hospital or specialist office.
What support is available if our family travels to Shanghai for evaluation?
If your family decides to travel to Shanghai, MedBridgeNZ can coordinate medical invitation or visa-document support, hospital appointment communication, travel planning, translation coordination, and non-clinical bilingual administrative support for hospital visits. This gives families a structured point of contact for the practical steps surrounding care, while the hospital team remains responsible for clinical services and decisions.
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 supporting international families seeking pediatric specialist-care pathways in China. We assist with appointment request coordination, medical-record preparation, translation coordination, client-authorized document transfer, 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.