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Specialty & Clinical Focus:
Pediatric pulmonology specialist at Xinhua Hospital in Shanghai, with a clinical focus on complex pediatric pneumonia, standardized asthma management, chronic cough investigation, and advanced interventional pulmonology procedures.
Professional Title & Qualifications:
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Associate Chief Physician,
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MD
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. Ruoxu Ji (嵇若旭) - Pediatric Pulmonologist
Personal Biography
Dr. Ruoxu Ji is an Associate Chief Physician in the Department of Pediatric Pulmonology at Xinhua Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine. She combines extensive clinical experience with academic research, focusing on the standardized diagnosis and treatment of common and complex respiratory diseases in children. Her work contributes to the department's status as a National Key Discipline and a major center for pediatric respiratory care in Shanghai. Dr. Ji offers targeted interventions for refractory conditions, including chronic cough of unknown etiology, severe infant wheezing, and recurrent pneumonia.
Why Choose Dr. Ruoxu Ji for your Care?
Dr. Ruoxu Ji is an Associate Chief Physician at Xinhua Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, bringing decades of dedicated clinical focus to pediatric pulmonology. Graduating in 1993 and remaining active on the clinical frontline, she has developed significant expertise in managing complex and refractory childhood respiratory diseases. Her specialized practice offers targeted interventions for difficult-to-treat conditions, such as chronic cough of unknown etiology, severe infant wheezing, and recurrent pneumonia.
Beyond her extensive frontline experience, Dr. Ji actively integrates clinical practice with academic research, serving as a committee member for the Chinese Medical Doctor Association's Pediatric Respiratory Branch. This ensures her diagnostic and therapeutic approaches are grounded in systematic, evidence-based protocols. For international families preparing for medical travel, her comprehensive management of allergic respiratory diseases and asthma provides a clear, structured pathway when seeking a remote specialist review or in-person evaluation in China.
Pre-Travel Case Review & Specialist Liaison
Navigating international healthcare pathways for your child requires careful planning and objective information. Before coordinating international travel to China, MedBridgeNZ can assist with remote specialist-review coordination. Our team handles medical record preparation, translation, and client-authorized document transfer to Xinhua Hospital.
Through this pathway, Dr. Ji and her team will review the submitted records, provide a professional medical opinion on your child's condition, and address your clinical questions in advance. By coordinating this administrative preparation, we help you clarify travel feasibility and make an informed decision before pursuing an in-person appointment, while our concierge team manages all language barriers and technical communication.
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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Areas of Expertise
Pediatric Pneumonia: Advanced diagnosis and treatment of severe and refractory pneumonia in children.
Asthma Management: Standardized protocols for the long-term management of childhood asthma and wheezing disorders.
Chronic Cough: Investigation and precise treatment of chronic cough with unknown etiologies.
Allergic Respiratory Diseases: Comprehensive management of respiratory allergies, including house dust mite sensitization.
Interventional Pulmonology: Proficiency in pediatric flexible bronchoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
Respiratory Infections: Expert management of complex respiratory infections and their complications.
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:
11,000 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
Associate Chief Physician, Department of Pediatric Pulmonology, Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
Clinical Researcher, MOE-Shanghai Key Laboratory of Children's Environmental Health, Xinhua Hospital.
Education & Training
Awards & Honors
Academic & Professional Memberships
Research & Publications
Dr. Ruoxu Ji is an active researcher in the field of pediatric pulmonology. Her research interests include the changing epidemiology of respiratory pathogens, the impact of environmental factors on childhood asthma, and the utility of advanced diagnostic tests.
Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Below is a selection of Dr. Ji's highly cited clinical research:
Ding G, Ji R, Bao Y. (2015). Risk and protective factors for the development of childhood asthma. Paediatr Respir Rev. 👉 Read on PubMed (PMID: 25155282)
Chen M, Zhou Y, Jin S, Bai S, Tang X, Liu Q, Wang L, Ji R, et al. (2024). Changing clinical characteristics of pediatric inpatients with pneumonia during COVID-19 pandemic: a retrospective study. Ital J Pediatr. 👉 Read on PubMed (PMID: 38650007)
Li J, Wu J, Liu H, Hua L, Liu Q, Fang D, Chen Y, Ji R, et al. (2021). Utility of basophil activation test for predicting the outcome of wheezing in children: a pilot study. BMC Immunol. 👉 Read on PubMed (PMID: 33407109)
*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. Ruoxu Ji the right specialist for my child's respiratory condition?
Dr. Ji specializes in complex pediatric respiratory conditions, particularly refractory pneumonia, chronic infant wheezing, and systematic asthma management. To determine if her clinical background aligns with your child's medical needs, MedBridgeNZ can coordinate a remote specialist review. Through this process, Dr. Ji will review your translated medical records and provide a clinical opinion, helping you evaluate the pathway before committing to medical travel to China.
How do international patients request an appointment with Dr. Ji at Xinhua Hospital?
Accessing specialized medical resources in China requires precise administrative coordination. MedBridgeNZ manages this process by coordinating your appointment request with Dr. Ji's department at Xinhua Hospital. We also support your visit by providing medical invitation or visa-document coordination support, travel planning, and non-clinical bilingual administrative support to bridge language barriers.
What happens if my child requires a specialized on-site procedure during our visit?
All medical procedures, such as pediatric flexible bronchoscopy, and clinical decisions are exclusively determined and managed by Dr. Ji and her hospital team. MedBridgeNZ acts as your logistics coordination provider. We assist with all non-clinical aspects—from appointment communication to arranging post-appointment accommodation and translation coordination—allowing you to focus entirely on your child's care.
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-care pathways in China. We assist 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. Third-party medical or travel costs remain separate unless expressly stated in writing.