China's Premier Private Brain Specialty Hospital · Founded by Prof. Song Donglei (Huashan Hospital) · 300 Beds · Multilingual Support · Advanced Siemens Imaging · Shanghai, China
China's leading private brain specialty hospital — combining Huashan-caliber neurosurgical expertise with compassionate, patient-centered care in Shanghai.
Founded by Prof. Song Donglei, former Director of Neurosurgery at Fudan University's Huashan Hospital — one of China's top neurosurgery centers. Our team carries forward Huashan's 30+ year legacy of clinical excellence.
Meet our founder →Unlike general hospitals, Donglei is purpose-built for brain, spine, and neurovascular care. Every diagnostic protocol, imaging system, and specialist is calibrated around neurological precision.
Explore specialties →Located near Hongqiao Transportation Hub — just 7 km from the airport and high-speed rail station. VIP transport, multilingual coordinators, and seamless international patient services throughout your stay.
Patient services →Comprehensive brain, spine, and neurovascular care delivered by internationally trained specialists using cutting-edge German and Siemens technology.
Expert surgical treatment for brain tumors (glioma, meningioma, pituitary adenoma), cerebrovascular diseases (aneurysm, AVM, moyamoya), and functional disorders. Microsurgery with German Mueller operating microscopes and neuro-navigation systems.
Explore Neurosurgery →Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis, headaches, and sleep disorders. Advanced diagnostics including long-term video EEG, EMG, and 3.0T MRI with neurological protocols.
Explore Neurology →Specialized treatment for spinal tumors, disc herniation, spinal stenosis, syringomyelia, and degenerative spine conditions. Minimally invasive spine surgery preserving neurological function and accelerating recovery.
Explore Spine Surgery →One-day comprehensive brain and cerebrovascular screening packages for adults 35+. Advanced MRI protocols for early detection of stroke risk, brain lesions, and cognitive decline indicators. English-language reports with specialist consultation.
Explore Screening →From your first inquiry to post-treatment follow-up, our international team handles every detail so you can focus on healing.
Contact us via form, email, or WhatsApp. Our multilingual team responds within 24 hours to understand your condition and needs.
Video or written consultation with specialist neurologists and neurosurgeons. Receive a preliminary assessment and treatment plan before traveling.
Detailed treatment plan with transparent cost breakdown. We assist with visa invitation letters, flights, and accommodation in Shanghai.
Airport pickup at Hongqiao or Pudong, VIP transport to hospital. Personal multilingual care coordinator assigned throughout your stay.
Expert-led care with daily doctor visits, interpreter support, and private inpatient wards designed for patient and family comfort.
Comprehensive discharge report in your language. Ongoing remote follow-up via video consultation and coordination with your home physician.
"Our mission is to build China's Mayo Clinic for brain health — where world-class neurosurgery meets genuine compassion. Every patient deserves clarity, dignity, and the best possible outcome."
— Prof. Song Donglei
Founder & Chief Neurosurgeon, Former Director of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University
Shanghai Donglei Brain Hospital (BDG) was founded by Prof. Song Donglei, one of China's most respected neurosurgeons with over 30 years of clinical and academic experience at Fudan University's Huashan Hospital — China's premier neurosurgery center.
Co-invested by the Shanghai government and approved as a tertiary-level specialty hospital, Donglei Brain Hospital represents a new model of private, patient-first neurological care in China. Our team of neurosurgeons, neurologists, and spine specialists are mostly graduates of Huashan and Tiantan hospitals — China's top two neurosurgery institutions.
Learn About Our HospitalState-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical equipment from Germany, purpose-built for precision neurological care.
Advanced neuroimaging with tailored brain protocols for early lesion detection. CT/MRI results available within 30 minutes — no waiting.
High-resolution surgical microscope with neuro-navigation for microsurgery on delicate brain structures. Enables minimally invasive precision procedures.
Advanced cerebrovascular imaging system for aneurysm coiling, AVM embolization, and interventional neuroradiology procedures.
Quick answers to the most common questions from international patients.
Many of our specialists have international training and speak English. Additionally, we provide professional medical interpreters in 10+ languages including Arabic, Japanese, French, Spanish, and Russian at no extra cost, ensuring clear communication throughout your treatment.
We treat the full spectrum of neurological conditions: brain tumors (glioma, meningioma, pituitary adenoma, acoustic neuroma), cerebrovascular diseases (aneurysm, AVM, moyamoya, stroke), functional disorders (Parkinson's, epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia), spinal disorders, and offer preventive brain health screening. Explore all services.
Absolutely. We offer both written second-opinion reports and live video consultations with our neurosurgery and neurology specialists. Send us your medical records and imaging (MRI, CT scans), and our team will provide an expert assessment before you commit to travel. Learn about remote consultation.
Neurosurgical treatment at Donglei Brain Hospital typically costs 50-70% less than comparable care in the US, UK, or Western Europe — without compromising quality. We provide a detailed, transparent cost estimate before you travel. Visit our Cost Guide for reference ranges by procedure.
Most patients apply for an S2 (short-term private visit) visa or an L (tourist) visa for medical purposes. Our international patient team provides the necessary invitation letter and medical documentation to support your visa application. Visa guide.