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Specialty & Clinical Focus:
Rheumatology and immunology specialist at Peking University First Hospital in Beijing, with a clinical focus on systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, Sjögren’s syndrome, vasculitis, myositis, connective tissue diseases, and autoimmune-related PAH/ILD.
Professional Title & Qualifications:
Attending Physician
M.D.
Hospital & Department：
Peking University First Hospital – Department of Rheumatology and Immunology
(address: No. 8 Xishiku Street, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100034)
Dr. Yong Fan (樊勇) - Rheumatology Specialist
Personal Biography
Dr. Yong Fan is an attending physician in the Department of Rheumatology and Immunology at Peking University First Hospital in Beijing. He holds an M.D. from Peking University and focuses on complex autoimmune and inflammatory rheumatic diseases, including systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, connective tissue diseases, and autoimmune-related pulmonary complications. His first-author publications in English and Chinese, together with patent experience, support a research-informed approach to clinical care.
Why Choose Dr. Yong Fan?
Research-Driven Rheumatology and Immunology
Dr. Yong Fan combines clinical practice at Peking University First Hospital with a strong academic background in autoimmune and inflammatory rheumatic diseases. With over 30 first-author academic papers published in English and Chinese, as well as national patent experience, his work supports a research-informed approach to complex rheumatology cases involving systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, connective tissue disease, and autoimmune-related pulmonary complications.
Focused Experience in Severe Autoimmune Conditions
Dr. Fan has a focused clinical and research interest in systemic lupus erythematosus and respiratory complications of autoimmune diseases. His recognition through the LUPUS Travel Grant and the Asian Pacific Society of Respirology Travel Grant is particularly relevant for patients with multi-system connective tissue disease or autoimmune-related pulmonary involvement who need specialist review in a structured hospital setting.
Useful for Pre-Travel Specialist Review Preparation
International patients with complex rheumatology concerns often need their diagnosis history, medication timeline, laboratory results, imaging, prior treatment response, and key questions organized before seeking a specialist opinion. Dr. Fan’s profile is well suited for patients who want a structured remote specialist-review request or pre-travel case preparation before considering an in-person care pathway in Beijing.
Pre-Travel Case Review & Specialist Liaison
For international patients considering rheumatology and immunology care in China, a pre-travel case review can help organize medical records, medication history, laboratory results, imaging, prior treatment response, and key questions before appointment request communication begins.
MedBridgeNZ coordinates client-authorized medical-record preparation, translation support, secure document transfer, and specialist-office communication for a remote specialist-review or preliminary appointment-triage pathway with Dr. Yong Fan where available. The relevant third-party hospital or specialist office will review submitted records for appointment triage or preliminary case-screening.
This process helps patients clarify what documentation may be needed, whether an in-person pathway in Beijing appears administratively feasible, and what travel or logistics steps should be prepared before a hospital visit is pursued.
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. Yong Fan
Areas of Expertise
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Gout & Ankylosing Spondylitis
Sjögren’s Syndrome & Vasculitis
Myositis & Connective Tissue Diseases
Connective Tissue Disease-associated Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) / Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)
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:
1,200 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
August 2024 – Present: Attending Physician, Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, Peking University First Hospital
August 2019 – August 2024: Resident Physician, Peking University First Hospital
Education & Training
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Peking University
Awards & Honors
Outstanding Graduate of Peking University
Outstanding Resident Physician of Peking University
Outstanding Chief Resident of Peking University First Hospital
Outstanding Graduating Specialist Trainee of Peking University
Outstanding Young Physician Award of Peking University First Hospital
Outstanding Young Physician Nomination Award of Peking University
LUPUS Travel Grant (Lupus International Conference)
APSR Travel Grant (Asian Pacific Society of Respirology)
Academic & Professional Memberships
Clinical Leadership: Chief Physician, Peking University First Hospital.
Academic Appointment: Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at Peking University.
National Leadership: Former Deputy Group Leader of the H. pylori Study Group, Chinese Medical Association.
Executive Roles: Executive Director of Digestive Integrative Medicine for the China Association for the Promotion of Research in TCM.
Committee Service: Standing Committee Member of the Beijing Medical Association for Gut Microbiota and H. pylori.
Research & Publications
Over 30 academic papers published as first author in both English and Chinese
Holder of a national patent
Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Below is a selection of Dr. Fan’s highly cited clinical research, demonstrating ongoing leadership in the treatment and diagnostic evaluation of complex conditions:
Fan Y, Geng Y, Zhao J, et al. (2022). Safety and disease flare of autoimmune inflammatory rheumatic diseases: a large real-world survey on inactivated COVID-19 vaccines. Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases. 👉 Read on PubMed (PMID: 34824048)
Geng Y, Fan Y, Wang Y, et al. (2023). Flare and change in disease activity among patients with stable rheumatoid arthritis following coronavirus disease 2019 vaccination: A prospective Chinese cohort study. Chinese Medical Journal. 👉 Read on PubMed (PMID: 36921105)
Fan Y, et al. (2025). Refractory lupus nephritis: current understanding and emerging treatment strategies. Clinical and Experimental Medicine. 👉 Read on PubMed (PMID: 41456230)
*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. Yong Fan an appropriate rheumatology specialist for my autoimmune condition?
Dr. Fan’s visible expertise includes systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, Sjögren’s syndrome, vasculitis, myositis, connective tissue diseases, and connective tissue disease-associated PAH/ILD. If you are unsure whether his focus matches your case, MedBridgeNZ can help organize your inquiry and records for administrative preparation and, where available, coordinate an appointment-triage or remote specialist-review request with the relevant specialist office.
Can I request a remote specialist review before traveling to Beijing?
Where available, MedBridgeNZ can coordinate a remote specialist-review pathway by helping prepare your medical summary, translate relevant records, structure key questions, and transfer client-authorized documents to the appropriate third-party specialist office. This helps the specialist office review submitted materials for appointment triage or preliminary case-screening before you consider an in-person hospital pathway in China.
How does MedBridgeNZ support medical travel to China if an in-person pathway is pursued?
If an in-person hospital pathway in Beijing is pursued, MedBridgeNZ can assist with appointment request coordination, medical invitation or visa-document coordination support, travel planning, translation coordination, and non-clinical bilingual administrative support during hospital visits. Appointment availability and clinical decisions remain with the relevant hospital or licensed specialist.
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 rheumatology and immunology specialist-care pathways in China. We help 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, and third-party medical or travel costs remain separate unless expressly stated in writing.