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Specialty & Clinical Focus:
Urological oncology specialist at Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center in Shanghai, focusing on prostate cancer surgery—including nerve-sparing robot-assisted radical prostatectomy and salvage surgery—multidisciplinary prostate cancer treatment, penile and testicular tumors, and genetic counseling for genitourinary tumors.
Professional Title & Qualifications:
Chief Physician
Professor
Doctoral Supervisor
MD, PhD
Hospital & Department：
Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center – Department of Urology
(address: No. 270 Dong'an Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai, 200032)
Dr. Yao Zhu (朱耀) - Urological Oncology Specialist
Personal Biography
Dr. Yao Zhu is a Chief Physician, Professor and Doctoral Supervisor at Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, where he serves as Deputy Director of the Department of Urology and Head of Urology at the Pudong Campus. He is also Executive Director of the Prostate Cancer Precision Treatment and Imaging Center at the Shanghai Genitourinary Cancer Institute. His clinical practice focuses on genitourinary tumors, particularly minimally invasive radical prostatectomy, salvage surgery and personalized multidisciplinary treatment for prostate cancer. Dr. Zhu has independently performed more than 3,500 radical prostatectomies, including over 1,600 robot-assisted and 1,200 laparoscopic procedures. His research interests include prostate cancer biomarkers, PET-based precision imaging and genomic information for individualized treatment planning and hereditary tumor prevention.
Why Consult Dr. Yao Zhu for Urological Oncology?
Dr. Yao Zhu’s practice is strongly centered on prostate cancer, including nerve-sparing robot-assisted radical prostatectomy, extended radical surgery and lymph node dissection for high-risk disease, salvage surgery for recurrent prostate cancer, and multidisciplinary treatment. He has independently performed more than 3,500 radical prostatectomies, including over 1,600 robot-assisted and over 1,200 laparoscopic procedures. For international patients considering treatment in Shanghai, this combination of a clearly defined prostate cancer focus and substantial surgical experience makes his expertise particularly relevant for a remote specialist review before travel.
His work also incorporates precision imaging, tumor markers and genomic sequencing into prostate cancer evaluation and individualized treatment planning. Preparing imaging, pathology, prior-treatment records and a focused question list in advance can help the specialist review the case efficiently and give the patient a clearer basis for deciding what to do next.
Pre-Travel Case Review & Specialist Liaison
Before committing to medical travel to China, a structured pre-travel specialist review can help clarify Dr. Zhu’s view of your case, potential treatment pathways and the questions that should be resolved before travel. MedBridgeNZ coordinates this remote specialist-review pathway with Dr. Zhu and Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, including medical-record preparation, translation coordination, client-authorized document transfer and appointment communication.
Once the review pathway is confirmed, Dr. Zhu reviews the submitted records and provides his clinical opinion, recommendations and responses to your questions. MedBridgeNZ then coordinates the relevant administrative and travel arrangements if you decide to proceed with care 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.
Secure a Remote Case Review with
Dr. Yao Zhu
Areas of Expertise
Nerve-sparing robot-assisted radical prostatectomy
Extended radical surgery and lymph node dissection for high-risk prostate cancer
Salvage surgery for recurrent prostate cancer
Multidisciplinary comprehensive treatment of prostate cancer
Minimally invasive radical surgery and comprehensive treatment for penile and testicular tumors
Genetic counseling and prevention of genitourinary tumors
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:
17,000 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
Deputy Director, Department of Urology, Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center
Head of Department, Urology Department (Pudong Campus), Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center
Executive Director, Prostate Cancer Precision Treatment and Imaging Center, Shanghai Genitourinary Cancer Institute
Clinical Practice: has independently completed over 3,500 radical prostatectomies, including >1,600 robot-assisted cases and >1,200 laparoscopic cases.
Education & Training
Awards & Honors
Shanghai Oriental Talent Program (Top-tier Talent)
Shanghai Excellent Academic Leader
Shanghai University Distinguished Professor (Oriental Scholar)
"Top Ten Hundred Excellent" Young Doctor, Fudan University
Recipient of the Fudan University Youth May Fourth Medal
Recipient of the Shanghai Municipal Health Commission Youth May Fourth Medal
Shanghai "Yiyuan New Star" Outstanding Young Medical Talent
First Prize, Shanghai Science and Technology Progress Award (Second Accomplisher)
First Prize, Shanghai Medical Science and Technology Award
Second Prize, Science and Technology Progress Award of Universities (Ministry of Education)
Academic & Professional Memberships
Vice Chairman, Youth Council of the China Anti-Cancer Association (CACA)
Secretary General, Prostate Cancer Expert Committee of the Chinese Society of Clinical Oncology (CSCO)
Vice Chairman, Youth Council of the Shanghai Anti-Cancer Association
Editorial Board Member, Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases
Editorial Board Member, Journal of Clinical Oncology (Chinese Edition)
Reviewer for the National Natural Science Foundation of China
Research & Publications
Focus Areas: Early diagnosis markers for prostate cancer, precision imaging staging (PSMA), precision personalized treatment (genomic sequencing), and complex radical prostatectomy techniques.
Publications: Published over 50 papers as first or corresponding author in international academic journals, including European Urology and Journal of Urology.
Impact: Research findings have been incorporated into European and American urology diagnosis and treatment guidelines and classic textbooks.
Projects: Principal investigator for 4 National Natural Science Foundation projects.
Patents: Holder of 1 utility model patent as the first applicant.
Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Zhu Y, Mo M, Wei Y, et al. Epidemiology and genomics of prostate cancer in Asian men. Nat Rev Urol. 2021;18(5):282–301. PMID: 33692499.
Wei Y, Zhang T, Wang B, Zhu Y, et al. Prospective clinical sequencing of 1016 Chinese prostate cancer patients: uncovering genomic characterization and race disparity. Mol Oncol. 2023;17(10):2183–2199. PMID: 37584393.
Zhang T, Wang B, Wei Y, Zhu Y, et al. Neoadjuvant fuzuloparib combined with abiraterone for localized high-risk prostate cancer (FAST-PC): A single-arm phase 2 study. Cell Rep Med. 2025;6(3):102018. PMID: 40056906.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is Dr. Zhu’s prostate cancer expertise relevant to my diagnosis?
Dr. Zhu’s clinical focus includes radical prostatectomy, high-risk prostate cancer surgery, salvage surgery for recurrent disease, multidisciplinary treatment and genomic-informed planning. If you want to understand how that expertise may relate to your case before travelling, MedBridgeNZ can coordinate a remote specialist-review pathway. We help prepare and translate your medical records and transfer them with your authorization. Once the review is confirmed, Dr. Zhu reviews the submitted material and provides his clinical opinion, recommendations and answers to your questions.
How can an international patient request an appointment with Dr. Zhu in Shanghai?
MedBridgeNZ coordinates appointment requests and communication with Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center on behalf of international patients. We can help organize the records required for hospital communication, coordinate translation, and assist with scheduling once the relevant pathway is confirmed. If you plan to travel to Shanghai, we can also support medical invitation or visa-document coordination, accommodation planning and non-clinical bilingual administrative support during hospital visits. Appointment timing remains subject to the hospital’s scheduling process.
What happens if Dr. Zhu recommends surgery in China?
If Dr. Zhu’s specialist review recommends surgery and you decide to proceed, MedBridgeNZ can coordinate the non-clinical logistics around the hospital pathway. This can include appointment communication, travel planning, hospital transfer arrangements, accommodation coordination and bilingual administrative support during your stay in Shanghai. Dr. Zhu and the Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center team remain responsible for the medical evaluation, treatment plan and surgery, while MedBridgeNZ focuses on keeping the cross-border administrative and travel process organized.
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 considering specialist care in China. We coordinate appointment requests, medical-record preparation, translation, medical invitation or visa-document support, travel planning, accommodation coordination and non-clinical bilingual administrative support during hospital visits. We do not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment; these remain with independent licensed specialists and hospitals. Fees paid to MedBridgeNZ cover our stated coordination services only; third-party medical and travel charges remain separate unless expressly confirmed in writing.