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Dr. Zhao Xiaodong

Chinese name: 赵晓东
Chief Physician, Professor, Hospital President . Spine Surgery
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong is President of Fosun Chancheng Hospital and Director of its Spine Center with over 20 years in spinal surgery. A leading minimally invasive expert in MED and PELD, he treats neck and low back disorders and trains postgraduate students.

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30+ years
Years of clinical experience
over 3,000
Minimally invasive spine surgeries performed
20+
Peer-reviewed research papers published

  • The Physician

About Dr. Zhao Xiaodong

Dr. Zhao Xiaodong is President of Fosun Chancheng Hospital and Director of the Spine Center, a Chief Physician with over 20 years' spinal surgery experience. An academic successor of Professor Xie Dazhi, he is a pioneer of minimally invasive spine care using micro-endoscopic discectomy (MED), foraminal endoscopy (PELD), vertebroplasty and Mis-TLIF fusion for cervical and lumbar disorders. He has trained at spine centers in Germany, South Korea, Malaysia and Peking University Third Hospital, attends leading international forums, and was named a Fosun Global Technology & Innovation Partner.

1、President of Fosun Chancheng Hospital, President of its Orthopedic Hospital, Director of the Spine Center and academic leader of the spine discipline
2、Over 20 years of spine surgery practice, with more than 3,000 minimally invasive procedures performed using MED, PELD and Mis-TLIF techniques
3、Academic successor of the renowned spine expert Professor Xie Dazhi and a leading minimally invasive spine surgeon in the region
4、Advanced training at leading spine centers in Germany, South Korea, Malaysia and Peking University Third Hospital
5、Honored as Foshan Medical Backbone Talent and winner of the Foshan Outstanding Young Achievement Award and Advanced Individual title
6、Co-author of peer-reviewed research published in Spine and the Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research

Dr. Zhao Xiaodong ’s Three Key Areas of Expertise

Three areas of focused expertise, each supported by a deep subspecialty team, high case volumes and an English-speaking care pathway coordinated by Orisene.

Minimally invasive spine surgery

A nationally recognized expert with over twenty years of experience in micro-endoscopic discectomy (MED) and percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy (PELD), he treats cervical spondylosis and lumbar disc herniation through tiny incisions, achieving less tissue trauma, faster recovery and dependable long-term outcomes for patients.

Spinal fusion and complex revision surgery

He performs minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (Mis-TLIF) and revision procedures using advanced intraoperative imaging and microsurgical techniques for spinal instability, spondylolisthesis and failed previous surgeries, restoring spinal alignment and relieving chronic back and leg pain in complex cases.

Osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture

For elderly patients with osteoporosis, he performs percutaneous vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty to stabilize compressed vertebrae, rapidly relieve severe back pain and restore mobility, preventing further vertebral collapse and deformity and helping patients return to daily activities quickly, safely and effectively.

More: lumbar spinal stenosis——narrowing of the spinal canal that compresses nerves; lumbar spondylolisthesis——vertebral slippage stabilized by fusion surgery; spinal trauma——fractures and injuries requiring surgical fixation; spinal tumors——tumor removal with spinal reconstruction

  • Clinical Practice & Publications

Selected cases, research & publications

Representative work drawn from documented clinical treatments, publicly indexed literature, and hospital project records, reflecting the depth of this physician's hands-on expertise and academic rigor.
1. Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic (UBE) Lumbar Discectomy for a Huge Herniated Disc
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong treated a 55-year-old man with a massive lumbar disc herniation who feared open surgery. Using unilateral biportal endoscopic (UBE) spine surgery, he relieved nerve compression while preserving spinal stability. The patient stood and walked within one day, with back and leg pain resolved, illustrating effective minimally invasive treatment for lumbar disc herniation.
2. 3D-Printed Model-Guided Resection of a Cervical Intraspinal Tumor
A 55-year-old man with hand numbness was diagnosed with a cervical intraspinal tumor. Dr. Zhao Xiaodong organized a multidisciplinary (MDT) team, used a 3D-printed replica of the cervical spine for preoperative simulation, and guided complete tumor removal. This cervical spinal tumor surgery avoided spinal cord injury and became a classic complex upper-cervical case.
3. Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Surgery for Recurrent and Refractory Lumbar Disc Herniation
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong has performed over 3,000 minimally invasive spine surgeries, focusing on recurrent and refractory lumbar disc herniation. Using microendoscopic discectomy (MED) and percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy (PELD), he removes herniated discs precisely, allowing patients with severe sciatica to recover quickly and leave hospital within days.
4. Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (MIS-TLIF) for Lumbar Spondylolisthesis and Spinal Stenosis
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong specializes in minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (MIS-TLIF) through small working channels. Combining precise decompression with percutaneous pedicle screw fixation, he treats lumbar spondylolisthesis and lumbar spinal stenosis. This approach reduces surgical trauma and blood loss, helping patients with chronic low back pain and leg pain recover faster.
5. Percutaneous Vertebroplasty (PVP) for Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures and Spinal Metastases
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong performs minimally invasive percutaneous vertebroplasty (PVP) to treat osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures and spinal metastases. Injecting bone cement through a small puncture stabilizes the fractured vertebra and rapidly relieves severe back pain, helping elderly patients with osteoporosis regain mobility while avoiding major open spinal surgery.
6. Provincially Funded Research on Spinal Cord Nerve Injury Repair (RMB 300,000)
As principal investigator, Dr. Zhao Xiaodong leads a research project on spinal cord nerve injury repair, supported by RMB 300,000 in provincial research funding. This study investigates repair and functional recovery mechanisms after spinal cord injury, complementing the spine center’s clinical work on spinal trauma, spinal fractures and complex spinal disorders.
  • Affiliated Hospital

Where Dr. Zhao Xiaodong practices

Foshan

Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital

Chinese name: 佛山复星禅诚医院
Foshan Fosun Chancheng Hospital, a Grade-A tertiary flagship of Fosun Group since 1958, is renowned for its 'three treasures' of spine orthopedics, urology and Women & Children Center, backed by JCI accreditation and serving 3.19 million outpatient visits a year.
Since 1958
68 years of care
1,750
Licensed beds
3.19 million
Annual outpatient visits
7th Edition
Licensed beds
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Why patients travel to China for treatment

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Clinical capability at international standard

Chinese hospitals deliver internationally aligned protocols, performing vast volumes of advanced robotic, minimally invasive, and complex transplant surgeries annually. This massive clinical data and highly specialized workforce ensure world-class outcomes, even for rare and complex cases.

Diagnostics and treatment in days, not months

A full medical workup that typically means months of waiting elsewhere is completed in China within 48–72 hours. Imaging, labs, and multidisciplinary consultations are integrated into a single visit, allowing treatment to commence immediately.

Transparent, itemised pricing

Chinese healthcare offers legally binding, itemised cost estimates before treatment begins, eliminating hidden fees or surprise billing. Due to national centralized procurement, total expenses remain 40–70% lower than comparable care in Western Europe or North America.

Policy channels that open the door

China facilitates access through 240-hour visa-free transit and dedicated medical visa routes. Policies like the Greater Bay Area drug pathway and Boao Lecheng’s pilot zone allow designated hospitals to administer innovative therapies not yet globally approved.
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