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Specialty & Clinical Focus:
Dr. Shanwen Chen is an andrology and reproductive medicine specialist at Huashan Hospital and Shanghai International Medical Center in Shanghai, with a clinical focus on male infertility, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, prostate disorders, varicocele, male reproductive microsurgery, penile curvature and late-onset hypogonadism.
Professional Title & Qualifications:
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Associate Chief Physician, M.D., Ph.D.
Hospital & Department：
Shanghai Huashan Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University – Department of Andrology
Shanghai International Medical Center (SIMC) – Department of Reproductive Medicine
(address: No. 12 Middle Wulumuqi Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai, 200040)
(address: No. 4358 Kangxin Road, Pudong New District , Shanghai, 201315)
Dr. Shanwen Chen (陈善闻) - Andrology Specialist
Personal Biography
Dr. Shanwen Chen is an Associate Chief Physician in the Department of Andrology at Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, in Shanghai, and also works in reproductive medicine at Shanghai International Medical Center. He holds an M.D. and Ph.D., serves as a postgraduate tutor, and focuses on male reproductive and sexual health, including male infertility, erectile dysfunction, varicocele and andrological microsurgery.
He completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Center for Male Reproductive Medicine and Microsurgery at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York. His clinical work is complemented by research into erectile dysfunction, sperm maturation and the clinical application of microsurgery in andrology.
Why Choose Dr. Chen Shanwen: Expertise in Male Reproductive Health?
International Training and Broad Andrology Expertise
Dr. Chen brings more than 20 years of clinical experience in andrology and reproductive medicine, supported by postdoctoral training at Weill Cornell Medical College’s Center for Male Reproductive Medicine and Microsurgery. His work spans male infertility, erectile dysfunction, varicocele and reproductive microsurgery, making his background particularly relevant to international patients seeking a specialist perspective on complex male reproductive or sexual health concerns.
Well Suited to Pre-Travel Record Review
Patients considering care in Shanghai often need to understand how their diagnosis, prior treatment history and key questions fit within a specialist’s clinical focus before arranging travel. A remote specialist review with Dr. Chen can help clarify the issues that require further discussion and prepare a more focused pathway for any subsequent hospital appointment. Clear records, translations and a structured question list can make that review more efficient and useful.
Pre-Travel Case Review & Specialist Liaison
Before committing to travel to Shanghai, international patients can request MedBridgeNZ coordination for a remote specialist-review pathway with Dr. Chen. We coordinate medical-record preparation, translation, secure client-authorized document transfer and appointment communication with the relevant hospital or specialist office.
Once the review pathway has been accepted and arranged, the hospital specialist will review the submitted records and questions and provide the clinical opinion, recommendations and responses. MedBridgeNZ then coordinates the administrative next steps and helps the client clarify appointment and travel feasibility before deciding whether to proceed with an onsite pathway in China.
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.
Secure a Remote Case Review with
Dr. Shanwen Chen
Areas of Expertise
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Premature Ejaculation (PE)
Prostate Diseases (e.g., Prostatitis, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
Male Infertility
Varicocele
Microsurgical Vasectomy Reversal (Vasoepididymostomy/Vasovasostomy)
Penile Curvature Correction Surgery
Low Testosterone and Late-Onset Hypogonadism (LOH)
Verified Client Satisfaction Metrics
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9/5.0 Overall Rating
* Treatment Pathway Satisfaction:
4.9/5.0
* Communication & Professionalism:
4.9/5.0
* High demand: Chosen online for specialist liaison and case reviews by over:
45,900 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
Associate Chief Physician, Department of Andrology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai
Postdoctoral Fellow, Center for Male Reproductive Medicine and Microsurgery, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, USA
Education & Training
Postdoctoral Fellowship, Center for Male Reproductive Medicine and Microsurgery, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, USA
Awards & Honors
Academic & Professional Memberships
Member, Chinese Society of Andrology (CSA)
Member, International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM)
Youth Committee Member, Andrology Branch of the Chinese Medical Association (CMA)
Committee Member, Andrology Branch of the Shanghai Medical Association
Research & Publications
Dr. Chen has led and participated in several key research projects, including grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). His research focuses on the pathogenesis of erectile dysfunction, the mechanisms of sperm maturation, and clinical applications of microsurgery in andrology. He has published numerous papers in both domestic and international peer-reviewed journals.
Authored and co-authored over 50 academic papers published in SCI-indexed and leading Chinese medical journals.
Editor and contributor to several books and clinical guidelines on andrology and male reproductive health.
Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Zhang K, Chen SW, et al. The efficacy and safety of Serenoa repens extract for the treatment of patients with chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome: a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. World J Urol. 2021;39(9):3489–3495. PMID: 33452912.
Zhang G, Chen S, et al. Microscopic Varicocelectomy under Local Anesthesia as the Treatment of Varicocele. J Vis Exp. 2024;(212). PMID: 39526627.
Zhang GY, Chen SW, et al. Clinical efficacy of Manlyman Spray combined with biofeedback therapy on premature ejaculation. Zhonghua Nan Ke Xue. 2023;29(7):630–633. PMID: 38619411.
*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)
Can Dr. Chen review my medical records before I decide whether to travel to Shanghai?
Dr. Chen’s clinical focus includes male infertility, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, varicocele, prostate conditions and male reproductive microsurgery. MedBridgeNZ can coordinate preparation and translation of your records, secure client-authorized transfer and a remote specialist-review request. Once accepted and arranged, the hospital specialist will review the submitted records and questions and provide an opinion, recommendations and responses. This gives you a clearer basis for deciding whether further discussion or an onsite pathway in Shanghai is appropriate to pursue.
How can I request an appointment or remote specialist review with Dr. Chen from outside China?
International patients can provide MedBridgeNZ with their medical records, preferred timing and key questions. We coordinate the appointment request and communication with Dr. Chen’s affiliated institution, including Huashan Hospital or Shanghai International Medical Center, and keep you informed of the hospital’s response. If a remote review is arranged, we also coordinate record preparation, translation and secure document transfer. Remote or onsite scheduling proceeds after the relevant institution confirms acceptance and timing.
What support can MedBridgeNZ coordinate if I travel to Shanghai for care?
If you decide to travel, MedBridgeNZ can coordinate medical invitation or visa-document support, travel planning, accommodation arrangements, hospital appointment communication, translation coordination and non-clinical bilingual administrative support during hospital visits. Our role is to organize the practical pathway around care; medical advice, diagnosis and treatment are provided by the relevant licensed hospital team. This creates a more organized pathway through the administrative and language requirements of receiving specialist care in Shanghai.
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, client-authorized document transfer, medical invitation or visa-document coordination support, travel planning and non-clinical bilingual administrative support. MedBridgeNZ does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Hospital, specialist and other third-party medical or travel costs are separate from MedBridgeNZ coordination fees unless expressly stated otherwise in writing.