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Specialty & Clinical Focus:
Chief physician and ophthalmologist at Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital in Shanghai, specializing in eye tumors and orbital diseases, including eyelid, conjunctival and lacrimal gland tumors, inflammatory orbital disorders and vascular malformations.
Professional Title & Qualifications:
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Chief Physician
Hospital & Department：
Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine – Department of Ophthalmology
(address: No. 639 Zhizaoju Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, 200011)
Dr. Xin Song (宋欣) - Ophthalmologist
Personal Biography
Dr. Xin Song (宋欣), PhD, is a Chief Physician in the Department of Ophthalmology at Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine. Her clinical work focuses on eye tumors and orbital diseases, particularly eyelid and orbital tumors. She has contributed as a certified expert to Chinese Anti-Cancer Association guidelines for eye tumors and was mentored by Professor Fan Xianqun, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.
Dr. Song undertook advanced study at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in the United States and Moorfields Eye Hospital in the United Kingdom. Her department is recognized as a National Clinical Key Specialty, a Shanghai Key Discipline and a “Top Priority” Medical Key Discipline in Shanghai.
Why Consider Dr. Xin Song for Your Ocular Condition
Dr. Xin Song’s focused experience in ocular oncology and orbital disease may be particularly relevant to international patients seeking an expert review of a complex eye or orbital condition. At Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, her clinical scope includes eyelid, conjunctival and lacrimal gland tumors, other orbital tumors, inflammatory orbital disorders and vascular malformations. Her periods of advanced study at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and Moorfields Eye Hospital also provide experience across internationally recognized ophthalmic practice settings.
Eye-tumor and orbital-disease cases often require careful review of pathology reports, imaging, previous treatment records and a clearly structured question list. A remote specialist review before travel can help a patient obtain Dr. Song’s independent opinion, recommendations and answers before deciding whether to pursue an in-person pathway in Shanghai. Her work within a National Clinical Key Specialty department, together with her research and guideline experience in ocular oncology, makes her a relevant specialist to consider for complex or uncommon eye and orbital conditions.
Pre-Travel Case Review & Specialist Liaison
Before arranging medical travel to Shanghai, international patients can request MedBridgeNZ coordination for a pre-travel specialist review with Dr. Xin Song. We organize the medical file, coordinate translation, transfer documents securely with the client’s authorization and compile the patient’s key questions for the hospital team.
Once the remote-review request is accepted and the required records are complete, Dr. Song or the relevant specialist team will review the submitted materials and provide an independent medical opinion, recommendations and responses to the patient’s questions. MedBridgeNZ then coordinates follow-up communication and helps the client prepare the next administrative and travel steps, including an in-person appointment request if the client chooses to proceed.
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. Xin Song
Areas of Expertise
Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of eye tumors and orbital diseases.
Eye Tumors: Eyelid tumors (sebaceous carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, basal cell carcinoma, melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, sweat gland carcinoma, etc.), orbital tumors (lacrimal gland tumors, solitary fibrous tumors, schwannomas, meningiomas, lymphomas, neurofibromas, rhabdomyosarcomas, etc.), and conjunctival tumors (melanoma, lymphoma, squamous cell carcinoma, etc.).
Orbital Diseases: Inflammatory pseudotumors, vascular malformations (cavernous hemangiomas, venous malformations, etc.), sarcoidosis, Kimura’s disease, histiocytosis, and IgG4-related ophthalmic disease.
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:
18,000 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
October 2017 - April 2018: Visiting Doctor, Moorfields Eye Hospital, UK
August 2010 - November 2024: Associate Chief Physician, Shanghai Ninth People’s Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
November 2008 - November 2009: Visiting Scholar, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, USA
Education & Training
Awards & Honors
Academic & Professional Memberships
Member, Eye Tumor Committee, Chinese Anti-Cancer Association (CACA)
Member, Orbital Disease and Oculoplastic Surgery Group, Ophthalmology Branch, Shanghai Medical Association
Member, Ophthalmology Branch, Shanghai Medical Doctor Association
Research & Publications
Published over 20 SCI papers in international journals.
Principal investigator for a National Natural Science Foundation of China project on eye tumors, as well as other municipal-level projects.
Key contributor and author for several ophthalmology textbooks and guidelines, including "Clinical Ocular Oncology," "Integrative Oncology," "CACC Guidelines for Lacrimal Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma," "CACC Guidelines for Sebaceous Carcinoma," and "Complex Diseases of the Sensory System."
Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Gu X, Song X, et al. Diffuse pattern, orbital invasion, perineural invasion and Ki-67 are associated with nodal metastasis in patients with eyelid sebaceous carcinoma. Br J Ophthalmol. 2023;107(6):756–762. PMID: 35063931.
Song X, et al. Identification and regulation pattern analysis of long noncoding RNAs in meibomian gland carcinoma. Epigenomics. 2019;11(4):381–400. PMID: 30526034.
Yang LD, Song X, et al. Prognostic factors for lacrimal gland adenoid cystic carcinoma: a retrospective study in Chinese patients. Int J Ophthalmol. 2024;17(8):1423–1430. PMID: 39156780.
*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. Song’s expertise relevant to my eye tumor or orbital condition?
Dr. Song’s clinical focus includes eyelid, orbital, lacrimal gland and conjunctival tumors, together with inflammatory orbital diseases and vascular malformations. International patients can request a pre-travel specialist review to clarify how their records and questions relate to this clinical scope. MedBridgeNZ organizes the case file, coordinates translation and transfers the documents securely with the client’s authorization. Once the review request is accepted and the required records are complete, Dr. Song or the relevant specialist team will review the materials and provide an independent opinion, recommendations and answers to the patient’s questions.
How can I request an in-person appointment with Dr. Song in Shanghai?
MedBridgeNZ can coordinate an appointment request with Dr. Song’s hospital department in Shanghai. We confirm the required documents, organize appointment communication and help the patient prepare for the hospital visit. Scheduling follows the hospital’s registration process and the specialist’s clinical schedule. For patients who proceed to Shanghai, MedBridgeNZ can also arrange non-clinical bilingual administrative support to assist with registration, hospital navigation, document handling and communication during the visit.
Can I request Dr. Song’s opinion on my current treatment plan before traveling?
Yes. A remote specialist review can be a useful first step before committing to medical travel. MedBridgeNZ coordinates medical-record preparation, translation, client-authorized document transfer and the patient’s question list. Once the request is accepted and the file is complete, Dr. Song or the relevant specialist team will review the submitted records and provide an independent opinion, recommendations and responses to the questions raised. The feedback can help the patient decide whether to pursue an in-person appointment in Shanghai and prepare the next administrative and travel steps.
What support is available for my medical journey to Shanghai?
MedBridgeNZ can coordinate the non-clinical parts of a medical journey to Shanghai, including hospital appointment communication, medical invitation or visa-document coordination support, travel planning, accommodation coordination, translation and bilingual administrative assistance. We can also help organize records and follow-up communication before and after the hospital visit. These services are arranged around the patient’s confirmed hospital pathway and individual travel needs; medical care and clinical decisions are provided by the hospital team.
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 New Zealand-based medical concierge and logistics coordination provider for international patients exploring specialist-care pathways in China. We support appointment request coordination, medical-record preparation, translation coordination, client-authorized document transfer, medical invitation or visa-document coordination, 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 are separate from MedBridgeNZ coordination fees unless expressly stated otherwise in writing.