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Specialty & Clinical Focus:
Infectious disease specialist at Shanghai Huashan Hospital in Shanghai, with a clinical focus on central nervous system infections, tuberculosis, fever of unknown origin, chronic liver diseases, pulmonary infections, and differentiating infectious from immune-related disorders.
Professional Title & Qualifications:
Chief Physician
Professor
PhD
Master's Student Supervisor
Hospital & Department：
Shanghai Huashan Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University – Department of Infectious Diseases
(address: No. 12 Middle Wulumuqi Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai, 200040)
Dr. Yan Gao (高岩) - Infectious Disease Specialist
Personal Biography
Dr. Yan Gao is a Chief Physician, Professor, PhD, and Master’s Student Supervisor in the Department of Infectious Diseases at Shanghai Huashan Hospital, affiliated with Fudan University. Her clinical work focuses on central nervous system infections, tuberculosis, fever of unknown origin, chronic liver diseases, pulmonary infections, and the differential diagnosis of infectious and immune-related disorders. She has led two projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, participated in major national research programs, and published more than 30 SCI-indexed papers. Dr. Gao also holds professional committee roles related to tuberculous meningitis, tuberculosis, and liver disease.
Why Choose Dr. Yan Gao for Your Infectious Disease Care?
Dr. Yan Gao combines senior clinical roles in the Department of Infectious Diseases at Shanghai Huashan Hospital with active involvement in infectious disease research. As a Chief Physician, Professor, PhD, and Master’s Student Supervisor, she has contributed to more than 30 SCI-indexed papers and participated in major national research programs. For international patients considering specialist care in China, this combination of clinical and academic experience is particularly relevant when a case requires detailed review of medical records, laboratory findings, imaging, previous treatment history, and unresolved diagnostic questions.
Her clinical focus includes fever of unknown origin, central nervous system infections, tuberculosis, pulmonary infections, chronic liver diseases, and distinguishing infectious diseases from immune-related disorders. Patients with prolonged or unexplained symptoms may benefit from obtaining a remote specialist review before planning travel, especially when earlier investigations have produced incomplete or conflicting conclusions.
Dr. Gao’s professional committee roles in tuberculous meningitis, tuberculosis, and liver disease further reflect her sustained involvement in these areas. A well-prepared pre-travel review can help patients understand her specialist perspective, identify additional information that may be required, and prepare more clearly for the next stage of care in Shanghai.
Pre-Travel Case Review & Specialist Liaison
Before travelling to Shanghai, international patients can use MedBridgeNZ to coordinate a pre-travel specialist-review request with Dr. Gao through the relevant Huashan Hospital pathway. We help organize medical records, coordinate translation, prepare a focused case summary and question list, transfer client-authorized documents securely, and manage appointment communication with the relevant hospital office.
Once the request has been accepted and scheduled, Dr. Gao will review the submitted records and provide her independent specialist opinion, recommendations, and responses to the patient’s questions. MedBridgeNZ then coordinates the practical next steps, including any onsite appointment request and medical travel planning, so the patient can make a better-informed decision before committing to a journey to 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.
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Dr. Yan Gao
Areas of Expertise
Central Nervous System Infections: Specializes in tuberculous meningitis, viral meningitis, and purulent meningitis.
Tuberculosis: Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis, including latent TB infection.
Fever of Unknown Origin: Diagnosis and management of prolonged and unexplained fevers.
Chronic Liver Diseases: Management of conditions such as chronic hepatitis B and drug-induced hepatitis.
Pulmonary Infections: Diagnosis and treatment of infections affecting the lungs.
Differential Diagnosis: Skilled in distinguishing between infectious diseases and immune-related disorders.
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:
1,100 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 and Professor, Department of Infectious Diseases, Shanghai Huashan Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University
Master's Student Supervisor, Fudan University
Education & Training
PhD
Awards & Honors
Fudan University March 8th Red-Banner Holder (2021)
Leader of the medical team from the Department of Infectious Diseases at Huashan Hospital, awarded the "Shanghai March 8th Red-Banner Collective" for 2019–2020 and the "National Women's Civilization Post" in 2023
The 15th "Silver Snake Award" of the Shanghai Health System (2015)
Advanced Individual in Anti-epidemic Efforts, Fudan University
Outstanding Talent Award, Huashan Hospital
Academic & Professional Memberships
Member, Chinese Medical Association
Deputy Director, Tuberculous Meningitis Professional Committee, Tuberculosis Branch of the Chinese Medical Association
Deputy Secretary-General, Tuberculosis and Liver Disease Branch, Chinese Anti-Tuberculosis Association
Member, Tuberculosis Branch, Shanghai Medical Association
Research & Publications
Led two research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China.
Participated in multiple major national-level research projects.
Published over 30 papers in SCI-indexed journals.
Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Gao Y, et al. Potential diagnostic value of serum/pleural fluid IL-31 levels for tuberculous pleural effusion. Sci Rep. 2016;6:20607. PMID: 26864868
Liu Q, Gao Y, et al. Cytokine profiles in cerebrospinal fluid of patients with meningitis at a tertiary general hospital in China. J Microbiol Immunol Infect. 2020;53(2):216–224. PMID: 30448438
Zhang W, Gao Y, et al. Biomarker screening and validation for the differentiation of bloodstream infection from adult-onset Still’s disease: A prospective cohort study. Cytokine. 2021;146:155642. PMID: 34325118
*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. Yan Gao review my records for unexplained fever or a complex infection before I travel?
Dr. Gao’s clinical focus includes fever of unknown origin, pulmonary infections, central nervous system infections, tuberculosis, and differentiating infectious from immune-related disorders. MedBridgeNZ can coordinate preparation and translation of your medical records and arrange a remote specialist-review request through Huashan Hospital. For an accepted and confirmed review, Dr. Gao will examine the submitted records, provide her independent specialist opinion and recommendations, and respond to the questions included with your case. This can help you decide whether an in-person pathway in Shanghai is worth pursuing.
How can I request an appointment with Dr. Yan Gao at Shanghai Huashan Hospital from overseas?
International patients can ask MedBridgeNZ to coordinate the appointment request and hospital communication. We help prepare the required records, coordinate medical translation, transfer client-authorized documents, and communicate with the relevant hospital office about the requested remote review or onsite visit. If the hospital accepts and confirms the request, we can also coordinate medical invitation or visa-document support, travel planning, accommodation arrangements, and non-clinical bilingual administrative support in Shanghai. Appointment timing remains subject to the hospital’s scheduling process.
Can I obtain a specialist opinion on tuberculosis or meningitis before travelling to China?
Dr. Gao’s stated expertise includes tuberculosis, latent tuberculosis infection, tuberculous meningitis, viral meningitis, and purulent meningitis. MedBridgeNZ can coordinate a remote specialist-review request and prepare your imaging, laboratory results, treatment history, and questions for submission. For an accepted and scheduled review, Dr. Gao will review the submitted materials and provide her independent opinion, recommendations, and answers to the questions raised. MedBridgeNZ then helps coordinate any agreed next steps, including an onsite appointment request and practical travel arrangements.
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 coordinate appointment requests, medical-record preparation, translation, client-authorized document transfer, medical invitation or visa-document support, travel planning, accommodation arrangements, and non-clinical bilingual administrative support. MedBridgeNZ does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Hospital, specialist, treatment, travel, and other third-party costs are separate from MedBridgeNZ coordination fees unless expressly stated in writing.