Professional Title & Qualifications:
Chief Physician, Professor, Doctoral Supervisor
Specialization:
Orthopedics (Spine Surgery)
Hospital & Department：
Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine – Department of Pediatric Orthopedics & Spine Center
Dr. Junlin Yang (杨军林) - Pediatric Orthopedic & Spine Surgery Specialist
Personal Biography
Dr. Junlin Yang is a premier expert in spinal deformities and pediatric orthopedics, possessing over 30 years of clinical and research excellence. He currently serves as the Director of the Department of Pediatric Orthopedics and the Spine Center at Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai.
Recognized for his international expertise, Dr. Junlin completed a visiting fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine (USA) under Professor Lenke, a past president of the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS). He maintains a global medical perspective, frequently leading academic exchanges to top spine centers in the US, UK, Japan, Switzerland, and Singapore.
Dr. Junlin specializes in complex cases. He has successfully performed over 2,000 spinal surgeries and managed the conservative treatment of over 10,000 scoliosis patients. He is also the founder of the "Xinmiao" Charity Project, a landmark initiative for scoliosis screening and prevention in China.
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Areas of Expertise
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Spinal Deformity Correction: Leading surgical treatment for scoliosis and kyphosis across all age groups (infant to elderly), with high success rates in complex cases.
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Severe & Rigid Cases: Specialized management of severe rigid spinal deformities and kyphosis related to Ankylosing Spondylitis.
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Genetic & Rare Spinal Conditions: Expert care for spinal issues associated with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Marfan syndrome, and Neurofibromatosis.
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Spinal Oncology: Diagnosis and surgical intervention for spinal tumors.
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Degenerative Spine Disorders: Advanced treatment for cervical spondylosis, lumbar disc herniation, and spinal stenosis.
Clinical Highlights
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Over 14,900 patients treated
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98% treatment satisfaction rate
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97% patient satisfaction with service attitude
Work Experience
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2018 – Present: Director of Spine Center & Pediatric Orthopedics, Xinhua Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai.
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2005 – 2017: Deputy Director of Orthopedics & Director of Scoliosis Center, The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou.
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2009 – 2010: Visiting Fellow (Spine Surgery), Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, USA.
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1995 – 2000: Orthopedic Surgeon, General Hospital of Guangzhou Military Command.
Professional Affiliations & Leadership
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Chairman, Pediatric Spine Society of the Chinese Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (CAOS).
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Member, International AO Spine Faculty.
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Director, Scoliosis Clinical Research Center, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine.
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Vice Chairman, Spinal Deformity Group, Chinese Society of Rehabilitation Medicine.
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Member, Spinal Deformities International Research Group (SDSG) China Chapter.
Honors & Recognition
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Recipient of the "China Good Doctor" Award (National Honor).
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Winner of multiple Provincial and Military Science & Technology Progress Awards for advancements in spine surgery.
Research & Innovation
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Clinical Pioneer: Established the "Xinmiao" comprehensive screening system, revolutionizing multidisciplinary conservative and surgical approaches for scoliosis in China.
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Academic Impact: Principal investigator for over 10 national research projects; published 100+ academic papers (60+ in SCI/Core journals).
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Patents: Holder of 6 national patents in spinal surgery technology.
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