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Specialty & Clinical Focus:
Developmental and behavioral pediatrics specialist at Xinhua Hospital in Shanghai, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, with a clinical focus on ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, tic disorders, learning and speech difficulties, child nutrition and growth, pediatric sleep disorders, and allergy-related behavioral health.
Professional Title & Qualifications:
Chief Physician
Professor
M.D.
Ph.D.
Hospital & Department:
Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine – Department of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
(address: No. 1665 Kongjiang Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai, 200092)
Dr. Feng Li (李锋) - Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics Specialist
Personal Biography
Dr. Feng Li is a Chief Physician and Professor in the Department of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine. He holds a Ph.D. in Pediatrics, supervises master’s students, and has decades of experience in developmental disorders, behavioral health, and childhood nutrition.
His clinical work focuses on ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, tic disorders, learning and speech difficulties, feeding and growth concerns, pediatric sleep disorders, and allergy-related behavioral health. Dr. Li completed the CLIMB training program at Harvard University and spent one year as a visiting scholar at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.
He also leads research supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Shanghai Municipal Health Commission, connecting his clinical practice with ongoing research in child development and nutrition.
Why Choose Dr. Feng Li for Pediatric Developmental & Behavioral Care?
Dr. Feng Li combines senior clinical experience in developmental and behavioral pediatrics with international training at Harvard University and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. At Xinhua Hospital in Shanghai, his work spans ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, tic disorders, speech and learning difficulties, feeding and growth concerns, pediatric sleep disorders, and allergy-related behavioral health.
For families considering care in China, a remote specialist review can help organize the child’s diagnostic history, developmental assessments, current treatments, and priority questions before travel. This can be particularly useful when concerns overlap across behavior, learning, nutrition, sleep, and development.
Dr. Li’s involvement in national and municipal research projects, together with his publication record, provides additional context for families seeking a specialist whose clinical practice is connected with ongoing pediatric research.
Pre-Travel Case Review & Specialist Liaison
Before planning medical travel for a child, a structured pre-travel case review can help clarify whether Dr. Li’s expertise aligns with the family’s main concerns and what records should be prepared.
MedBridgeNZ coordinates medical-record preparation, translation, client-authorized document transfer, and appointment communication with the relevant third-party hospital or specialist office. Dr. Li or the hospital team will review the submitted records, provide a specialist opinion and recommendations, and respond to the family’s questions through the arranged review pathway.
This process helps families understand the specialist’s feedback, prepare any additional documentation requested by the hospital, and decide whether to pursue an in-person appointment 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. Feng Li
Areas of Expertise
Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Diagnosis and treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Tic Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Intellectual Disabilities.
Learning & Speech Issues: Management of learning difficulties, language development delays, and speech disorders.
Child Nutrition & Growth: Treatment of feeding difficulties, picky eating, obesity, and malnutrition.
Allergy-Related Behavioral Health: Management of food allergies and their impact on child development.
Sleep Medicine: Diagnosis and treatment of pediatric sleep disorders.
Verified Client Satisfaction Metrics
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0/5.0 Overall Rating
* Treatment Pathway Satisfaction:
4.9/5.0
* Communication & Professionalism:
5.0/5.0
* High demand: Chosen online for specialist liaison and case reviews by over:
9,500 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
Chief Physician: Department of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, Xinhua Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
Visiting Scholar: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, USA (1 year).
Clinical Researcher: Leader of multiple national and municipal research projects focused on child development.
Education & Training
Ph.D. in Pediatrics
CLIMB training program, Harvard University
Visiting Scholar, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, United States (one year)
Awards & Honors
Participated in projects that won the Second Prize of the National Science and Technology Progress Award.
Academic & Professional Memberships
Youth Committee Member, Child Health Care Group, Chinese Medical Association.
Member, Microelement Society (Trace Elements Society).
Committee Member, Various Shanghai Pediatric Academic Groups.
Research & Publications
Research Grants: Hosted projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Shanghai Municipal Health and Family Planning Commission.
Academic Publications: Published over 20 academic papers, including 6 SCI-indexed articles and over 10 in national core journals.
Books: Co-edited 2 professional medical monographs.
Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Shen LX, Li F, et al. Nutritional complexity in children with ADHD related morbidities in China: A cross-sectional study. Asia Pac J Clin Nutr. 2022;31(1):108-117. PMID: 35357109
Pu Y, Li F, et al. Disease and mortality trajectories of cognitively able autistic individuals in mid- and later adulthood. BMC Med. 2025;23(1):280. PMID: 40361169
Xu Y, Li F, et al. Diagnostic Discrimination of BOKE STARS, a Bimodal Continuous Performance Test, for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Assessment in Chinese Children: Single-Center Case-Control Study. JMIR Form Res. 2026;10:e82164. PMID: 42480509
*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 determine if Dr. Li’s expertise is appropriate for my child’s specific condition?
Dr. Li’s clinical focus includes ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, tic disorders, learning and speech difficulties, feeding and growth concerns, pediatric sleep disorders, and allergy-related behavioral health. To explore clinical alignment, MedBridgeNZ can coordinate a pre-travel specialist-review pathway with Xinhua Hospital. We help organize records, coordinate translation where required, transfer documents with your authorization, and compile your key questions. Dr. Li or the hospital team will review the submitted materials, provide an opinion and recommendations, and respond to your questions through the arranged pathway.
If we decide to proceed, how do we arrange an appointment with Dr. Li at Xinhua Hospital?
After you decide to pursue an onsite visit, MedBridgeNZ can coordinate the appointment request and communication with Xinhua Hospital, subject to the hospital’s scheduling process. We can also assist with medical invitation or visa-document coordination support, travel planning, accommodation coordination, medical-record translation, and non-clinical bilingual administrative support for the hospital visit. Appointment timing depends on the hospital and specialist schedule, so beginning with records preparation and preferred travel dates can make the process more efficient.
Can Dr. Li prescribe medication or provide a formal diagnosis during a remote review?
The scope of a remote review is determined by Dr. Li and Xinhua Hospital under their clinical and regulatory requirements. The arranged pathway can be used to review submitted records, discuss existing diagnoses, provide a specialist opinion and recommendations, and answer the family’s questions before travel. A formal diagnosis or prescription should not be assumed without confirmation from the licensed specialist or hospital. MedBridgeNZ coordinates record preparation, translation, authorized document transfer, and appointment communication; it does not make clinical decisions.
What documentation is required before requesting a remote specialist review?
Please provide your child’s medical history, previous diagnostic reports, current developmental assessments, details of current treatments or medications, and any relevant growth, learning, speech, or behavioral records already available. MedBridgeNZ can help organize the documents, coordinate translation where required, securely transfer them with your authorization, and compile a focused question list for Dr. Li or the hospital team. Complete, clearly labelled records help the specialist review the case efficiently and respond to the family’s main concerns.
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 families seeking 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. Third-party medical and travel costs remain separate from MedBridgeNZ coordination fees unless expressly stated otherwise in writing.
