Internal Role: Consultant Specialists

Clinical Appointments

• Director and Chief Specialist, Department of Orthopedics, Beijing Ditan Hospital, Capital Medical University
• Former Orthopedic Expert, Spine Surgery Center, PLA 306 Hospital

Memberships & Affiliations

• Editorial Board Member, Chinese Medical Journal, Journal of Spine Surgery, Chinese Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Journal of Cervical and Lumbar Pain
• Executive Committee Member, Orthopedics Professional Committee, Tuberculosis Branch, Chinese Medical Association (CMA)
• Executive Committee Member and Head of the Spine Infection Research Group, Minimally Invasive Spine Professional Committee, China Association of Chinese Medicine (CACM)
• Executive Committee Member, Osteoarticular Tuberculosis Professional Committee, Chinese Anti-Tuberculosis Association (CATA)
• Committee Member, Spine Infection Group, Chinese Medical Doctor Association (CMDA)
• Chairman, AIDS Surgery Professional Committee, Chinese Association of STD and AIDS Prevention and Control
• Committee Member, Spinal Cord Injury and Rehabilitation Group, Spine and Spinal Cord Professional Committee, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine (CARM)
• Committee Member, Lumbar Spine Group, Spine Surgery Professional Committee, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine (CARM)
• Committee Member, Thoracolumbar Spine Group, Spine Surgery Professional Committee, Chinese Research Hospital Association (CRHA)
• Committee Member, Cervical Spondylosis Professional Committee, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine (CARM)
• Executive Committee Member, Digital Orthopedics Society, China Chapter of the International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SICOT)
• Committee Member, Trauma Group, China Chapter of the International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SICOT)
• Committee Member, Joint Group, Geriatric Orthopedics Branch, China Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics (CAGG)
• Committee Member, Bone Defect and Osteonecrosis Group, Repair and Reconstructive Surgery Professional Committee, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine (CARM)
• Vice Leader, Infection Group, Spine Surgery Professional Committee, China Medicine Education Association (CMEA)
• Vice Leader, Expert Committee on Wound Treatment for Tuberculosis and Special Infections, Infection and Injury Prevention and Control Professional Committee, Chinese Preventive Medicine Association (CPMA)
• Committee Member, Orthopedics Branch, Beijing Medical Association (BMA)
• Committee Member, Spine, Minimally Invasive, and Joint Group, Orthopedics Branch, Beijing Medical Association (BMA)

Clinical Experience

Dr. Zhang earned his medical degree from the Second Military Medical University. To further advance his academic and clinical foundation, he completed a rigorous postdoctoral fellowship under the mentorship of Professor Jia Lianshun at Changzheng Hospital, affiliated with the Second Military Medical University.

Committed to remaining at the forefront of advanced orthopedic treatments, Dr. Zhang has actively expanded his global perspective. He has completed extensive advanced clinical training and engaged in high-level academic exchanges across multiple international medical centers in Germany, the United States, Canada, and Singapore.

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Zhang specializes in both open and minimally invasive surgical treatments for a comprehensive spectrum of spinal disorders, including cervical spondylosis, lumbar disc herniation, lumbar spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, and ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL). He is highly proficient in advanced minimally invasive techniques such as percutaneous transforaminal endoscopic surgery and low-temperature plasma radiofrequency ablation.

In the field of joint surgery, Dr. Zhang demonstrates profound expertise in computer navigation-assisted precise decompression for the joint-preserving treatment of femoral head necrosis. He also excels in minimally invasive joint-preserving procedures such as high tibial osteotomy (HTO), as well as total joint arthroplasty for severe knee osteoarthritis.

Notably, Dr. Zhang maintains an exceptional clinical focus on the complex management of orthopedic conditions complicated by infectious diseases. He possesses extensive clinical experience and offers unique therapeutic strategies for treating orthopedic disorders co-occurring with transmissible diseases, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, brucellosis, hepatitis B and C, and syphilis. He adeptly manages severe complications such as brucella spondylitis, spinal tuberculosis, and osteoporotic fractures. As a leading authority in this highly specialized niche, he spearheaded the formulation of the Expert Consensus on Perioperative Antiviral Therapy for HIV-Infected Patients in China, providing vital clinical guidelines and standardizing protocols for performing orthopedic surgeries on patients living with HIV.

Research & Awards

Dr. Zhang is deeply committed to advancing orthopedic research and clinical innovation. As a principal investigator, he has spearheaded 12 prestigious research projects funded at the national, military, and Beijing municipal levels. His extensive research efforts and continuous clinical innovations have resulted in the successful acquisition of 17 national patents.

A prolific contributor to medical literature, Dr. Zhang has published over 200 academic papers in both Chinese and English, including more than 60 peer-reviewed articles in prominent SCI-indexed international journals. Furthermore, he has significantly shaped the academic landscape in spine surgery by serving as the editor-in-chief or associate editor for five specialized monographs. His notable published works include Techniques in Cervical Spine Surgery, Surgical Treatment of Spinal Deformities, Internal Fixation Techniques in Spine Surgery, Key Points and Illustrations of Lumbosacral Spine Surgery, and New Operative Techniques in Spine Surgery.

Clinical Appointments

• Deputy Director, Center for Orthopedic Diseases, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University

Memberships & Affiliations

• Committee Member and Secretary, Lumbar Spine Group, Spine and Spinal Cord Professional Committee, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
• Youth Committee Member, Spine and Spinal Cord Professional Committee, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
• Committee Member, Thoracolumbar Spine Professional Committee, Orthopedics Branch of the Chinese Medical Doctor Association

Education

Dr. Liu completed his foundational medical education and advanced studies at Inner Mongolia Medical University between 1993 and 2002. He subsequently pursued his doctoral degree at the Chinese PLA General Hospital, where he conducted extensive and profound research in orthopedics under the mentorship of the renowned orthopedic expert, Professor Wang Jifang.

To further elevate his global perspective and clinical mastery, Dr. Liu was selected as a government-sponsored visiting scholar to conduct advanced research at the Spine Centers of the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and the University of Southern California (USC) from November 2013 to November 2014. During this prestigious tenure in the United States, he was awarded the North American Spine Surgery Fellowship, which significantly advanced his specialized expertise and surgical proficiency in the field of spine surgery.

Clinical Experience

Dr. Liu initiated his clinical career at Bayannur City Hospital in Inner Mongolia, where he served from September 1996 to September 1999, establishing a solid foundation in orthopedic practice. In August 2005, he transitioned to the 306th Hospital of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). During his tenure there until December 2010, he continued to rigorously refine his clinical acumen and scientific research capabilities within the demanding environment of a premier military medical institution.

In December 2010, Dr. Liu advanced his career by joining the Department of Orthopedics at Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, where he progressively advanced through the clinical ranks from Associate Chief Physician to Chief Physician. Currently, he holds the esteemed position of Deputy Director of the Center for Orthopedic Diseases at Beijing Chaoyang Hospital. Concurrently, he serves as the Director of the First Division of the Bone Disease Center (Department of Spinal Orthopedics), where he effectively oversees both advanced clinical operations and comprehensive departmental management.

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Liu possesses extensive clinical and research expertise in spine surgery, specializing in the comprehensive diagnosis and surgical management of prevalent spinal disorders, including lumbar spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, intervertebral disc degeneration, and lumbar spinal stenosis. He demonstrates exceptional surgical proficiency in advanced spinal procedures, with particular mastery of the Cortical Bone Trajectory (CBT) technique, as well as Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF) and Midline Lumbar Interbody Fusion (MIDLIF).

Research & Awards

Dr. Liu has achieved numerous significant scientific research milestones in the field of spine surgery. As the principal investigator of the innovative project “Clinical Application of Accelerated Spinal Fusion,” conducted in collaboration with Beihang University, he pioneered the development of a natural silk composite biodegradable interbody fusion cage and multi-trajectory screw fixation technology. This breakthrough project has been granted a national invention patent and has been successfully adopted across 26 tertiary Grade A hospitals nationwide.

A dedicated scholar, Dr. Liu served as the editor-in-chief for authoritative medical monographs, including Posterior Lumbar Cortical Bone Trajectory Screw Fixation Technology, systematically summarizing clinical experiences and standardizing surgical protocols. He has authored over 50 peer-reviewed scientific papers and contributed to numerous academic books as a co-author and translator. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to orthopedic innovation, he was honored with the First Prize of the Huaxia Medical Science and Technology Award and the Second Prize of the Capital Medical University Science and Technology Award.

Clinical Appointments

• Chairman, Department of Orthopedics, Capital Medical University
• Director of Orthopedics, Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University

Memberships & Affiliations

• President, Chinese Lumbar Spine Research Society
• Vice President, Chinese Spinal Deformity Research Society
• Vice President, Orthopedics Branch of the Beijing Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
• Chairman, Lumbar Spine Research Group, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
• Vice Chairman, Spine and Spinal Cord Professional Committee, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
• Vice Chairman, Spine Working Committee, Chinese Medical Doctor Association
• Vice Chairman, Spine Disease Prevention and Treatment Committee, China International Exchange and Promotive Association for Medical and Health Care (CPAM)
• Vice Chairman, Orthopedics Professional Committee, Beijing Medical Association
• Vice Chairman, Spinal Deformity Group and Lumbar Spine Research Group, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
• Vice Chairman, Chinese Spine and Spinal Cord Professional Committee
• Executive Committee Member, Spinal Cord Injury Professional Committee, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
• Executive Committee Member, Orthopedic Disease Prevention and Treatment Committee, CPAM
• Board Member, Surgery Branch of the Beijing Medical Doctor Association
• Board Member, Orthopedics Branch of the Beijing Medical Doctor Association
• Committee Member, Minimally Invasive Orthopedics Group, Orthopedics Branch of the Chinese Medical Association
• Vice Leader, Spinal Deformity Group, Spinal Cord Injury Professional Committee, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine
• Vice Leader, Spine Group, Orthopedics Professional Committee, Beijing Medical Association

Education

Dr. Hai earned his medical degree from the First Military Medical University (now Southern Medical University) in 1986. To further elevate his clinical and academic foundation, he pursued rigorous postdoctoral research in the United States at two prestigious institutions. From 1995 to 1996, he completed a postdoctoral research fellowship in Orthopedics at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ). He subsequently advanced his specialized expertise by undertaking a second postdoctoral fellowship focusing on Spine Surgery at the State University of New York (SUNY) from 1996 to 1997, significantly expanding his international perspective and mastery of cutting-edge spinal treatments.

Clinical Experience

With a distinguished clinical and academic career spanning over 30 years in orthopedics, Dr. Hai has dedicated the past two decades exclusively to the advancement of spine surgery. As a highly accomplished and prolific surgeon, he has successfully performed more than 5,000 spinal procedures as the primary operator. He demonstrates profound surgical mastery in the systematic and minimally invasive management of degenerative spinal diseases, as well as the intricate surgical correction of complex spinal deformities.

Recognized as a clinical pioneer in China, Dr. Hai was among the first surgeons nationwide to introduce and successfully perform a series of cutting-edge spinal techniques. His advanced surgical repertoire encompasses 3D deformity correction utilizing thoracic pedicle screw fixation and total vertebral column resection for severe scoliosis, lateral endoscopic spine surgery for lumbar disc herniation, percutaneous minimally invasive balloon kyphoplasty for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures, and motion-preserving non-fusion technologies such as lumbar artificial total disc replacement. Through his continuous innovation and exceptional surgical precision, Dr. Hai has consistently positioned his clinical practice at the forefront of advanced international standards.

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Hai possesses profound clinical expertise in the comprehensive diagnosis and surgical management of spinal trauma, spinal oncology, complex spinal deformities, and degenerative spinal disorders. He is particularly renowned for his mastery of minimally invasive spinal techniques, consistently maintaining his clinical practice at the vanguard of international advancements.

As a trailblazer in his field, he has pioneered and implemented over ten novel surgical technologies, many of which are recognized as leading innovations at both the national and international levels.

Furthermore, Dr. Hai demonstrates exceptional surgical proficiency in the application of motion-preserving non-fusion technologies for degenerative spine conditions, as well as the intricate surgical correction of early-onset and severe pediatric spinal deformities. Through his innovative surgical approaches and unparalleled clinical acumen, he has successfully resolved numerous highly complex and challenging scenarios within the realm of advanced spine surgery.

Research & Awards

Dr. Hai is a highly accomplished clinician-scientist deeply committed to advancing both basic and clinical research in the field of spine surgery. As a principal investigator, he has spearheaded over ten prestigious research initiatives, including major grants funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), the National Key Technology R&D Program of the Ministry of Science and Technology, and the Beijing Natural Science Foundation. His extensive research portfolio, supported by over three million RMB in scientific funding, has driven significant innovations in spinal treatments and resulted in the successful acquisition of two national invention patents.

A prolific contributor to orthopedic literature, Dr. Hai has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles in core national medical journals, alongside multiple highly cited publications in prominent SCI-indexed international journals. Beyond his primary research articles, he has significantly shaped the academic landscape by serving as the editor-in-chief or lead translator for six authoritative academic monographs, and has contributed his profound expertise as a co-author to twelve additional specialized medical textbooks.

In recognition of his groundbreaking clinical and scientific contributions, Dr. Hai has been honored with numerous prestigious accolades, most notably the Second Prize of the Chinese Medical Science and Technology Award and the First Prize of the PLA Medical Achievement Award, alongside various other national and military scientific progress awards. As an internationally recognized thought leader, he actively participates in global academic exchanges and has been frequently invited as a visiting scholar and guest lecturer to top-tier medical institutions across more than ten countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland, Australia, and Singapore.

执业情况

• 解放军总医院第七医学中心骨科 – 主任医师

学术任职

• 中华医学会运动医疗分会委员
• 北京医学会运动医学分会副主任委员
• 北京医学会骨科学分会关节学组委员
• 中华医学会运动医疗分会委员
• 北京医学会运动医学分会副主任委员
• 北京医学会骨科分会关节学组委员
• 北京医学会骨科分会关节镜学组委员
• 中国人民解放军骨科专业委员会运动医疗分会副主任委员
• 中华医学会骨科青年委员会委员
• 全军骨科专业委员会关节镜学组委员

执业经历

长期在中国人民解放军总医院第七医学中心（原陆军总医院）工作，现任骨科医学部派驻第七医学中心骨科主任医师、教授及全军创伤骨科研究所副主任。从事骨科临床工作30余年，积累了丰富的临床经验，尤其在运动创伤和关节外科领域具有较高的造诣。第五届中国医师奖获得者，2020年评为人民好医生。

擅长方向

擅长各种运动损伤的手术治疗、人工关节置换、骨关节畸形矫形及修复，各种炎症性、退行性、先天性关节病的综合治疗。

学术研究与奖项

参与了《实用骨科学》第四版及《骨移植学》、《骨科手术并发症》等专著的编写；发表论文30余篇。获1项军队科技进步二等奖及3项军队科技进步三等奖。

Clinical Appointments

• Executive Director, Department of Infectious Diseases, Beijing Tsinghua Changgung Hospital
• Former Director, Department of Tuberculosis, PLA Tuberculosis Research Institute, PLA 309 Hospital

Memberships & Affiliations

• Consultation Expert, Central Health Care Committee
• New Drug Evaluation Expert, National Medical Products Administration (NMPA)
• Medical Appraisal Expert, Chinese Medical Association (CMA)
• Vice Chairman of the Academic Working Committee and Executive Committee Member of the Clinical Professional Committee, Chinese Anti-Tuberculosis Association (CATA)
• Executive Committee Member, Respiratory and Critical Care Expert Committee, Geriatrics Committee, China Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics (CAGG)
• Committee Member of the Tuberculosis Branch and Executive Committee Member of the Clinical Professional Committee, Chinese Medical Association (CMA)
• Executive Committee Member, Tuberculosis Branch, Chinese Research Hospital Association (CRHA)
• Committee Member, Infectious Diseases Physicians Branch, Chinese Medical Doctor Association (CMDA)

Education

Dr. Lin earned his medical degree from Anhui Medical University in 1989. To further advance his clinical and academic foundation, he subsequently pursued postgraduate studies and obtained his master’s degree from Jinan University.

Clinical Experience

Dr. Lin began his clinical career in 1989 within the military healthcare system, dedicating nearly three decades to the specialized treatment of infectious diseases and tuberculosis. He steadily advanced his clinical foundation across several military medical institutions, initially serving at the PLA 86th Hospital and the PLA 262nd Hospital.

From 1996 to 2019, Dr. Lin served a distinguished tenure at the PLA 309th Hospital. Throughout this period, his exceptional clinical acumen and leadership led to his progressive promotion to Chief Physician and Director of the Department of Tuberculosis. In February 2019, he brought his extensive expertise to Beijing Tsinghua Changgung Hospital, where he currently serves as a Chief Physician and the Executive Director of the Department of Infectious Diseases.

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Lin possesses profound clinical expertise in the early diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and comprehensive management of long-term fever of unknown origin (FUO), respiratory tract infections, various types of tuberculosis, and systemic infectious diseases. He demonstrates exceptional clinical acumen in managing osteoarticular tuberculosis and other highly complex or refractory cases.

Furthermore, Dr. Lin is highly proficient in advanced respiratory endoscopy. He excels in performing a diverse range of interventional treatments via fiberoptic bronchoscopy, including localized drug administration, laser therapy, cryotherapy, argon plasma coagulation (APC), and airway stent placement.

Research & Awards

Dr. Lin is deeply committed to advancing research in infectious diseases and tuberculosis. As a principal investigator, he currently spearheads five major research projects, including the National Science and Technology Major Project funded by the Ministry of Science and Technology.

A prolific contributor to medical literature, Dr. Lin has published over 100 academic papers in both domestic and international journals, with his work achieving a peak impact factor of 51.273 in JAMA. Furthermore, he has significantly shaped national clinical standards by participating in the revision of the latest national tuberculosis classifications and diagnostic guidelines, as well as contributing to the formulation of multiple industry standards, expert consensus documents, and clinical pathways.

As a leading authority in his field, Dr. Lin has served as the editor-in-chief for two specialized monographs and co-authored over ten additional textbooks. In recognition of his groundbreaking scientific contributions, he has been honored with numerous prestigious accolades, including the Second Prize of the Chinese Medical Science and Technology Award, the Second Prize of the Beijing Science and Technology Progress Award, and the Second Prize of the PLA Medical Achievement Award.

Clinical Appointments

• Chief Physician, Department of Orthopedics and Joint Surgery, China-Japan Friendship Hospital

Memberships & Affiliations

• Committee Member, Joint Surgery Group, Chinese Orthopaedic Association (COA)
• Committee Member, Joint Surgery Group, Chinese Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (CAOS)
• Committee Member, Beijing Branch, Chinese Orthopaedic Association (COA)
• Vice Chairman, Bone and Joint Professional Committee, Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine (CARM)
• Vice Chairman, Joint Working Committee, Orthopedics and Traumatology Branch, Chinese Association of Integrative Medicine (CAIM)
• Chairman, Partial Knee Replacement Research Society, Joint Surgery Committee, Chinese Research Hospital Association (CRHA)
• Executive Board Member, Arthroplasty Society in Asia (ASIA)
• Board Member, Asia Pacific Arthroplasty Society (APAS)

Education

Dr. Guo earned his medical degree from Norman Bethune University of Medical Sciences in 1984, following the completion of a specialized six-year English medical program. He subsequently pursued advanced academic training at Peking Union Medical College, where he obtained his Master of Medicine in Orthopedics in 1990 and his Ph.D. in 2008.

To further elevate his clinical and academic foundation, Dr. Guo completed a rigorous postdoctoral clinical research fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in the United States from 1995 to 1997. Through this international experience, he significantly expanded his global perspective and advanced his mastery of orthopedic research and clinical practice.

Clinical Experience

Dr. Guo has dedicated his extensive clinical career to the China-Japan Friendship Hospital. Throughout his tenure, he has progressively advanced into key leadership roles within the institution, serving as the Deputy Director of the Department of Orthopedics and the Director of the Department of Bone and Joint Surgery (Center for Osteonecrosis and Joint Preservation and Reconstruction). He currently serves as a Chief Physician and a Grade II Professor in the Department of Orthopedics and Joint Surgery.

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Guo specializes in the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of diverse joint disorders, including osteoarthritis of the hip and knee, osteonecrosis of the femoral head, developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. He possesses profound clinical experience in total hip and knee arthroplasty, as well as the surgical correction of complex joint deformities. Furthermore, he offers unique clinical insights and advanced therapeutic strategies for the management of refractory femoral head necrosis and complex lower back pain.

In the specialized field of joint preservation, Dr. Guo demonstrates an exceptional clinical advantage in unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA). As a clinical pioneer in China, he was among the first nationwide to introduce and perform UKA for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis accompanied by varus deformity in 2003. Today, his surgical volume for this procedure consistently ranks among the highest in the country. He is deeply dedicated to advancing the concept of minimally invasive knee preservation, emphasizing the achievement of optimal therapeutic outcomes through minimal surgical trauma. Under his leadership, his clinical team has accumulated extensive expertise across the entire continuum of UKA care, encompassing comprehensive preoperative evaluation, surgical technique refinement, and customized postoperative rehabilitation.

Research & Awards

Dr. Guo is deeply committed to advancing orthopedic science, having spearheaded nearly ten prestigious national and provincial-level research initiatives. His major funded projects include grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), the Clinical Key Project of the Ministry of Health, the Capital Health Research and Development Special Fund, and the National Key Technology R&D Program of the Ministry of Science and Technology. His scientific research primarily focuses on postoperative cartilage metabolic changes following joint arthroplasty and the pathogenesis of osteonecrosis. As a dedicated clinical educator and Doctoral Supervisor, he has successfully mentored numerous master’s students, doctoral candidates, and postdoctoral fellows.

In recognition of his exceptional contributions to public health and social medical service, Dr. Guo has been honored with several significant accolades. His notable honors include the Advanced Individual in Medical Assistance to Tibet by the National Health System, the Advanced Individual in SARS Prevention and Control in the Capital, and the Outstanding Volunteer of China.

A prolific contributor to orthopedic literature, Dr. Guo has published over 100 articles in domestic and international academic journals, including more than 30 peer-reviewed papers in SCI-indexed publications. Furthermore, he has significantly shaped the academic landscape by serving as the editor-in-chief of the monograph Essentials of Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty: Core Knowledge Q&A, which systematically outlines the fundamental principles and clinical practice of this specialized procedure. He has also led the translation and compilation of multiple authoritative orthopedic textbooks into Chinese, including Oxford Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty, Partial Knee Arthroplasty, Osteonecrosis, Magnetic Resonance Diagnosis of the Knee Joint (2nd Edition), and Turek’s Orthopaedics: Principles and Their Application.

Clinical Appointments

• Chief Physician, Department of Orthopedics, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, Capital Medical University
• Expert, National Center for Orthopedics

Memberships & Affiliations

• Committee Member, Asian Association for Dynamic Osteosynthesis (AADO)
• Committee Member, China Group, International Federation of External Fixation and Bone Reconstruction
• Committee Member, Foot and Ankle Surgery Group, Chinese Orthopaedic Association (COA)  
• Committee Member, Joint Surgery Expert Working Committee, Chinese Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (CAOS)  
• Committee Member, Joint Surgery Group, Beijing Orthopaedic Association (BOA)  
• Committee Member, Joint Surgery Society, SICOT China Chapter  
• Executive Committee Member, Orthopedic Committee of the China Medical Education Association (COAME)  
• Committee Member, Geriatric Orthopaedics Branch, Chinese Geriatrics Society (CGS)  

Education

Dr. Li earned his Bachelor of Medicine degree from Xi’an Medical University in 1985. Driven by a commitment to clinical excellence, he subsequently pursued advanced international clinical training, completing two specialized fellowships in orthopedics at Singapore General Hospital in 1996 and 2000. Through these programs, he focused on mastering and integrating advanced global concepts and surgical techniques into his clinical practice.

Clinical Experience

Following his graduation in 1985, Dr. Li began his clinical career in the Department of Orthopedics at Beijing Jishuitan Hospital. After completing a rigorous three-year standardized residency program and comprehensive subspecialty rotations, he chose to dedicate his practice exclusively to orthopedic surgery.

Throughout his distinguished tenure of over 30 years at the institution, Dr. Li progressively advanced his clinical and academic roles, ultimately serving as a Chief Physician, Professor, and Master’s Supervisor. Deeply committed to frontline clinical care, he is a highly prolific surgeon who performs over 500 hip and knee joint replacements annually as the primary operator.

Furthermore, his clinical footprint extends internationally, having served as a Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon at Singapore General Hospital, where he actively engaged in international medical collaboration and academic exchanges.

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Li’s clinical practice encompasses the comprehensive management of diverse joint disorders, offering a full spectrum of care from conservative treatments to highly complex surgical interventions. He is exceptionally skilled in primary total hip and total knee arthroplasty, with extensive experience in managing challenging cases. He is highly proficient in performing complex joint replacements for patients with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), ankylosing spondylitis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Furthermore, he possesses advanced expertise in revision arthroplasty to effectively address postoperative complications such as implant loosening, infection, and joint dislocation.

In addition to major joint arthroplasty, Dr. Li has conducted in-depth clinical research on the treatment of femoral head necrosis. He advocates for a systematic, stage-based treatment approach tailored to disease progression. For early-stage patients, he utilizes joint-preserving procedures such as core decompression and tantalum rod implantation; for mid-to-late stage patients experiencing femoral head collapse, he recommends and performs total hip arthroplasty.

Beyond the hip and knee, Dr. Li also maintains specialized expertise in foot and ankle surgery. As a clinical pioneer in China, he was among the first to introduce and perform artificial metatarsophalangeal joint replacements and total ankle replacements, providing advanced therapeutic options for patients suffering from foot and ankle osteoarthritis.

Research & Awards

Dr. Li is dedicated to advancing the clinical application of novel joint surgery techniques in China. As a clinical pioneer, he was among the first nationwide to perform high-flexion total knee arthroplasty. This advanced technique significantly improves postoperative knee range of motion, enabling patients to comfortably perform demanding movements such as squatting and kneeling. He has also actively promoted cementless artificial joint replacement techniques, utilizing porous-coated prostheses to facilitate bone ingrowth and enhance long-term implant stability.

In his scientific research, Dr. Li primarily focuses on perioperative pain management and the integration mechanisms between prostheses and bone tissue. He has extensively investigated the application of trabecular metal modular acetabular cup systems in total hip arthroplasty, demonstrating their excellent osteoconductive and osteoinductive properties that effectively promote bone ingrowth and improve the initial stability of the prosthesis.

As a dedicated clinical scholar, Dr. Li has published over 40 papers in domestic and international academic journals. Furthermore, he has contributed his profound expertise as a co-author to several specialized orthopedic monographs. His notable co-authored publications include the Beijing Jishuitan Hospital Joint Surgery Manual and Practical Surgical Techniques and Rapid Recovery for Minimally Invasive Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, which systematically summarize the extensive clinical experience and advanced protocols of Beijing Jishuitan Hospital in the field of joint surgery.

Clinical Appointments

• Chief Physician & Director of Joint Surgery, Department of Orthopedics (Orthopedic Orthopedics / Reconstruction), Beijing Jishuitan Hospital
• Vice President, Honorary President, and Lifetime Professor, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital Liaocheng Hospital

Memberships & Affiliations

• Vice Chairman, Joint Branch, Orthopedics Professional Committee of the China Medicine Education Association
• Committee Member, Expert Committee on Medical Application of 3D Printing, Medical Administration Center of the National Health Commission
• Vice Chairman, Orthopedic 3D Printing Committee, Orthopedics Branch of the Chinese Medical Doctor Association
• Committee Member, Joint Surgery Committee of the Chinese Research Hospital Association
• Committee Member, Knee Surgery Working Committee, Orthopedics Branch of the Chinese Medical Association
• Committee Member, Arthroplasty Society, SICOT (International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology) China
• Editorial Board Member, Chinese Journal of Injury Repair and Wound Healing (Electronic Edition)
• Editorial Board Member, Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics

Education

Dr. Xu earned his medical degree from Beijing Medical University (now the Peking University Health Science Center) in 1988. To further advance his specialized surgical expertise, he completed a prestigious international clinical fellowship in 2001 at Beth Israel Medical Center and the Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York, USA, where he focused extensively on adult hip and knee arthroplasty and complex joint reconstruction.

Clinical Experience

Following his graduation, Dr. Xu dedicated his clinical career to the Department of Orthopedics at Beijing Jishuitan Hospital. Over the years, he progressively advanced through the clinical ranks from Resident to his current esteemed positions as Chief Physician and Professor. In September 2023, serving as an elite dispatched expert, he transitioned to Beijing Jishuitan Hospital Liaocheng Hospital (a National Regional Medical Center) to assume the critical leadership roles of Vice President and Director of Joint Surgery. In recognition of his exceptional clinical mastery and enduring contributions, he was appointed as the inaugural Honorary President and Lifetime Professor of Beijing Jishuitan Hospital Liaocheng Hospital in May 2026.

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Xu specializes in the comprehensive diagnosis and surgical management of adult joint disorders. He possesses extensive clinical experience in treating osteoarthritis of the hip, knee, and ankle, as well as developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) and osteonecrosis of the femoral head. He demonstrates remarkable surgical proficiency in both primary and complex revision hip and knee arthroplasty for severe degenerative joint diseases. Furthermore, he has developed specialized expertise in the treatment of adult acetabular dysplasia, achieving outstanding clinical outcomes through advanced joint-preserving procedures such as periacetabular osteotomy and rotational acetabular osteotomy. As a renowned pioneer in the field, Dr. Xu was among the first surgeons in China to introduce and successfully perform minimally invasive total hip arthroplasty, total hip arthroplasty utilizing the modified Watson-Jones approach, and minimally invasive total knee arthroplasty.

Research & Awards

Dr. Xu is a dedicated clinician-researcher who actively integrates advanced international technologies with innovative domestic clinical practices in the field of joint arthroplasty. He pioneered the novel clinical application of artificial rotating hinge knee joints to treat severe post-operative stiffness following total knee arthroplasty, successfully resolving complex challenges associated with restricted joint mobility. In the realm of complex joint revision surgeries, Dr. Xu has driven significant advancements in bone defect reconstruction utilizing 3D-printed custom prostheses. Most notably, he successfully implemented personalized 3D-printed titanium sleeves for the reconstruction of severe proximal femoral segmental bone defects during intricate hip revision procedures.

Furthermore, serving as a corresponding author and primary investigator, he has led pivotal research on the application of cementless modular prostheses for reconstructing bone defects following lower extremity tumor resections. His extensive scholarly contributions are supported by multiple national and provincial-level research grants, culminating in the publication of numerous peer-reviewed articles in prestigious SCI-indexed and core medical journals globally.

Clinical Appointments

• Chief Physician, Department of Orthopedic Joint Surgery, China-Japan Friendship Hospital

Memberships & Affiliations

• Committee Member, Orthopedics Professional Committee, China Medicine Education Association (CMEA)
• Executive Committee Member, Joint Branch, Orthopedics Professional Committee, China Medicine Education Association (CMEA)
• Vice Chairman, Joint Disability Rehabilitation Group, Physical Disability Rehabilitation Professional Committee, China Association of Rehabilitation of Disabled Persons (CARDP)
• Distinguished Expert, Expert Group on Osteonecrosis and Osteoarthropathy, Former Beijing Municipal Health Bureau
• Executive Board Member, Orthopedics Branch, Former Beijing Association of Rehabilitation Medicine

Education

Dr. Shi earned his medical degree from Shanghai Medical University in 1987. He subsequently pursued advanced academic training at Peking Union Medical College, where he obtained his Ph.D. in Medicine. During his doctoral studies, he trained under the mentorship of Professor Li Zirong, a renowned expert in osteonecrosis and joint disorders.

Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to clinical excellence, Dr. Shi has completed extensive international fellowships and specialized training at renowned overseas medical institutions. In 1996, he completed a comprehensive one-year fellowship in joint surgery at Fukuoka Orthopedic Hospital in Japan. He further expanded his surgical repertoire in 1999 by mastering advanced arthroscopic techniques at a medical center in Singapore.

To continually elevate his mastery of joint replacement, Dr. Shi has also undertaken systematic clinical training in knee arthroplasty in the United States and France. Additionally, he traveled to the United Kingdom to acquire advanced proficiency in hip resurfacing procedures, ensuring the integration of advanced global surgical techniques into his clinical practice.

Clinical Experience

Dr. Shi began his clinical career in 1987 at the Department of Orthopedics at China-Japan Friendship Hospital. Through decades of dedicated practice, he progressively advanced his clinical roles within the institution, serving as a Resident, Attending Physician, and Associate Chief Physician. In 2006, he was appointed as a Chief Physician, a milestone that reflects his comprehensive mastery of orthopedic care and his enduring commitment to clinical excellence.

Clinical Expertise

With over 30 years of dedicated clinical practice in orthopedics, Dr. Shi specializes in the comprehensive research and surgical management of hip and knee joint disorders. He possesses profound expertise in the early diagnosis and treatment of avascular necrosis of the femoral head, with a particular focus on predicting femoral head collapse. To date, he has successfully performed various joint-preserving procedures for over 500 patients suffering from this condition.

In the specialized field of joint arthroplasty, Dr. Shi demonstrates exceptional surgical proficiency in both complex primary hip and knee replacements and challenging revision surgeries. As a highly prolific joint surgeon, he performs more than 500 arthroplasty procedures annually, having successfully completed a cumulative total of over 6,000 related surgeries throughout his career.

Furthermore, Dr. Shi has been actively involved in the clinical research and application of minimally invasive total hip arthroplasty utilizing small-incision techniques. His clinical application of this advanced procedure is recognized as a leading standard nationwide.

Clinical Appointments

• Chief Physician, Department of Orthopedics, Beijing Jishuitan Hospital

Memberships & Affiliations

• Vice President, Second Committee, Bone and Joint Branch, Chinese Geriatrics Society
• Committee Member, Geriatric Spine and Joint Disease Professional Committee, China Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics (CAGG)
• Vice President, Geriatric Bone and Joint Disease Branch, China Association of Geriatric Health

Education

Dr. Huang earned his medical degree from Beijing Medical University (now Peking University Health Science Center) in 1995. He subsequently pursued advanced studies and obtained his doctoral degree in medicine.

Clinical Experience

Following his graduation in 1995, Dr. Huang joined the Department of Orthopedics at Beijing Jishuitan Hospital, commencing his career as an orthopedic surgeon. Through years of clinical practice and the accumulation of extensive experience, he gradually developed into a core specialist within the department. In 2016, he was promoted to Chief Physician of Orthopedics at Beijing Jishuitan Hospital.

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Huang has extensive clinical experience in the field of orthopedics, with a specialized focus on the management of various types of arthritis. He is highly proficient in primary hip, knee, and ankle arthroplasty, complex revision arthroplasty, and osteotomy for lower limb deformities. Furthermore, his clinical practice encompasses the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of hip disorders, including osteonecrosis of the femoral head and developmental dysplasia of the hip, alongside knee deformities and osteoarthritis. This profound expertise enables him to deliver highly precise and individualized therapeutic regimens for his patients.

Research & Awards

Dr. Huang is dedicated to advancing both clinical and basic research in orthopedic surgery. His research portfolio encompasses total hip arthroplasty, revision hip arthroplasty, surgical interventions for knee deformities and rheumatoid arthritis, rotational acetabular osteotomy, the management of periprosthetic knee fractures, and high tibial osteotomy. He has actively contributed to the academic evaluation of the EOS low-dose, weight-bearing, biplanar 3D imaging system and its clinical utility in robotic-assisted total hip arthroplasty. Furthermore, he has authored multiple academic papers in prominent domestic and international peer-reviewed journals.

Clinical Appointments

• Department of Orthopedics, Seventh Medical Center of the Chinese PLA General Hospital (formerly Beijing Military Region General Hospital)

Memberships & Affiliations

• Committee Member, Bone Tumor Working Committee, Orthopedic Surgeons Branch, Chinese Medical Doctor Association (CMDA)
• Committee Member, Bone Tumor Group, Beijing Medical Association (BMA)
• Committee Member, Sarcoma Professional Committee, China Anti-Cancer Association (CACA)
• Committee Member, Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor Professional Committee, Orthopedics Branch of the Chinese PLA
• Committee Member, Oncological Surgery Working Committee for Orthopedic Innovation and Translation, Chinese Research Hospital Association (CRHA)
• Committee Member, Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcoma Professional Committee, Beijing Anti-Cancer Association
• Committee Member, Bone Tumor Committee, SICOT China Chapter
• Committee Member, Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor Professional Committee, China Medicine Education Association (CMEA)

Clinical Expertise

Dr. Zhu possesses profound clinical expertise in the comprehensive diagnosis and management of a wide spectrum of orthopedic conditions. His clinical scope encompasses joint disorders, orthopedic oncology, pediatric orthopedics, congenital and acquired joint deformities, degenerative diseases, and osteoporosis. In the realm of surgical intervention, Dr. Zhu demonstrates advanced proficiency in complex procedures. He specializes in primary and complex joint arthroplasty, the precise resection and structural reconstruction of bone and soft tissue tumors, as well as complex orthopedic deformity correction surgeries.