Prof. Zhang Xifeng, M.D., Ph.D., is a Chief Physician, Professor, and a leading specialist in Endoscopic Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery. He serves as a Co-Chief Specialist at Medera Medical Group and previously held the position of Chief Physician in the Department of Orthopedics at the Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital).
Clinical Appointments
- Co-Chief Specialist, Beijing Medera Medical Group
- Chief Physician, Department of Orthopedics, Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences
- Former Chief Physician, Department of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital)
Memberships & Affiliations
- Committee Member, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Group, Orthopedic Branch of the Chinese Medical Association
- Committee Member, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Group, Spinal Cord Injury Committee of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
- Committee Member, Spinal Tuberculosis Group, Spinal Cord Injury Committee of the Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
Clinical Experience
Prof. Zhang received his early foundational training under several esteemed Chinese orthopedic specialists, including Academician Lu Shibi and Professors Zhu Shengxiu, Zhang Boxun, and Wang Jifang. He began his clinical practice in general orthopedics upon graduating in 1986, advanced to orthopedic surgery and research in 1996, and earned his Ph.D. in 1997. In 2002, following the sub-specialization of the Department of Orthopedics at the Chinese PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital), he dedicated his focus exclusively to spine surgery. Since then, his clinical practice has centered on the minimally invasive management of Spinal Tuberculosis, degenerative spinal diseases, spinal infections, and Spinal Tumors. Throughout his career, he has developed comprehensive clinical protocols and methodologies for the minimally invasive treatment of spinal tuberculosis and degenerative spinal conditions.
In 2003, he completed advanced training in the United States under Dr. Anthony T. Yeung, a pioneer in minimally invasive spine surgery, subsequently introducing early-generation spinal endoscopy techniques to China. Following his return, he extensively refined and optimized these percutaneous endoscopic procedures for broader clinical application. Guided by the principle of prioritizing conservative and minimally invasive approaches over open surgery, he consistently aims to resolve complex spinal conditions with minimal surgical trauma.
To date, Prof. Zhang has performed over 20,000 minimally invasive spinal procedures, achieving one of the highest surgical volumes for spinal endoscopy nationwide.
Clinical Expertise
Prof. Zhang’s clinical expertise encompasses a comprehensive range of minimally invasive surgical treatments for complex spinal conditions. He is highly proficient in managing degenerative disorders across the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, including Lumbar Disc Herniation (LDH) and Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Compression. His surgical repertoire extends to the advanced minimally invasive treatment of Spinal Tuberculosis, spinal infectious diseases, and both primary and metastatic Spinal Tumors. Furthermore, he has extensive experience in addressing Spinal Fracture & Dislocation, osteoporotic compression fractures, and spinal deformities such as Degenerative Lumbar Scoliosis. By applying advanced techniques like Endoscopic Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, he provides tailored, low-trauma solutions for a wide spectrum of challenging and refractory spinal disorders.
Research & Awards
Prof. Zhang is a prolific researcher and clinical innovator in the field of minimally invasive spine surgery. His extensive scholarly output includes 132 peer-reviewed publications, alongside 22 edited or co-authored professional medical textbooks and monographs. Throughout his career, his contributions have been recognized with 11 scientific research awards. Furthermore, he holds 14 national patents for medical innovations and has pioneered 22 novel clinical procedures in minimally invasive spine surgery.