International Medical Team Standing By for 24 Hours United Family Hospital Fully Prepared to Provide Medical Assurance for China International Import Expo

After long-term preparations, the inaugural China International Import Expo (CIIE) will be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Hongqiao, Shanghai between November 5 and 10, 2018. More than 1,600 enterprises, including nearly 100 “Fortune 500” companies and industry leaders, from more than 180 countries and regions across the world, have confirmed or expressed their intentions to join the CIIE, the national exhibition focusing on global imported products.

In great anticipation of holding a successful CIIE, all sectors and communities in Shanghai have been exerting every effort to demonstrate the outstanding image of Shanghai and improve its urban environment, based on the pragmatic and persistent dedication to excellent standards and service.

Quality assurance in medical care is a crucial priority for the CIIE. In recognition of this, the health sector in Shanghai has been carrying out the campaign of “creating excellent medical services and building outstanding medical brands in Shanghai” to continuously improve and enhance its quality, diversity, and readiness for the CIIE.

As an international comprehensive medical institution covering the Central Business District (CBD) in Hongqiao, Shanghai United Family Hospital located on Xianxia Road has been adhering to world-class standards for 14 years, ensuring the safety and health of patients through providing excellent medical services. In the final **-day countdown to the first CIIE, the United Family Hospital is making final preparations to guarantee excellent medical assurance for the event.

The head of Shanghai United Family Hospital recognizes that the CIIE can serve as a valuable test for the strength of the hospital. According to the system requirements of the Municipal Health and Family Planning Commission on fully implementing the “Service Program of Medical Sector for CIIE”, Shanghai United Family Hospital has established a leadership mechanism, operation assurance mechanism, and an emergency plan of services for the upcoming event, and is focusing on training doctors and nurses to improve their capabilities in medical assurance and emergency response.

As a comprehensive hospital accredited by JCI, Shanghai United Family Hospital employs numerous high-level medical practitioners from all over the world, and can settle accounts directly with more than 40 insurance companies across the globe. Shanghai United Family Hospital is also equipped with high-quality facilities such as operating rooms, a radiology department, pharmacy, laboratory, and a 24-hour emergency department that can provide outpatient and inpatient services.

At present, the hospital has 258 full-time doctors and nurses, 15% of which are expatriate foreigners. In the international medical team, all the doctors from Western countries have the qualifications for providing overseas medical care. The nurse-patient ratio in all departments is 1:2, and all the nurses can provide services in both English and Chinese. The international medical team of United Family Hospital has the inherent advantage of bilingual communication, so that the hospital can better adapt to the habits and needs of foreign guests.

A vital aspect of medical assurance for a large event is first aid. The emergency department of Shanghai United Family Hospital is capable of handling a wide range of emergency conditions from heart disease to trauma and injury. Well-trained and experienced doctors and specialists are on 24-hour duty (including a pediatrician and an obstetrician) to respond to various emergencies. The laboratory, pharmacy, and inpatient department of the hospital are open 24 hours throughout the year. The hospital also has a neonatal intensive care unit, and can provide intensive care and treatment for newborns, children, and adults.

The operating rooms and the triple-tested blood bank are also available 24 hours throughout the year. The emergency department is equipped with high-quality medical equipment to handle all kinds of emergencies at any time. The imaging room, laboratory, and pharmacy as well as CT scanners (3D scanning and angiography), X-ray imaging equipment, and ultrasonic diagnostic equipment are available 24 hours throughout the day. By calling the emergency hotline, the doctors and nurses can provide prompt medical response at any time and any place.

In addition, Shanghai United Family Hospital will also carry out the civilization campaign according to the requirements of the Municipal Health and Family Planning Commission to forge common respect and harmony, facilitate cultural exchange, promote etiquette, and create an atmosphere of courtesy. Shanghai United Family Hospital is ready to lead in the development of a civilized medical sector in China, raise the bar of ethical standards, intensify its core competency and service level, and improve the satisfaction of patients.

United Family Healthcare (UFH)

As China’s first foreign-funded medical establishment, United Family Healthcare (UFH) has been operating for over 20 years since the inauguration of its first hospital in 1997. The organization is present in seven major cities across the country, and a number of its medical institutions have been accredited by Joint Commission International (JCI). UFH’s vision is to lead the healthcare service in Asia, and its core values are Innovation, Care, Trust, Respect and Excellence. UFH’s sole mission is to provide comprehensive and integrated healthcare in a uniquely warm, caring, patient and service-oriented environment, whilst delivering cutting-edge healthcare technologies, as well as quality products and services to the communities with pride. Over the past 20 years, UFH has provided diverse, reliable, high quality, and convenient healthcare services.

Shanghai United Family Healthcare (SHM) 

As a major branch of UFH, Shanghai United Family Healthcare (SHM) upholds UFH’s core values by engaging senior doctors with international backgrounds and experience in Shanghai’s top medical universities. Sophisticated facilities and high-quality staff are always ready to provide patients with quality, safe and effective diagnosis and treatment services. SHM now has two full service hospitals and four outpatient clinics located in Shanghai, Wuxi, Nanjing and with Hangzhou opening soon.

Shanghai United Family Pudong Hospital (SHUPH)

Shanghai United Family Pudong Hospital (SHUPH) commenced operations in 2018. SHUPH is an internationally recognised general medical institute that provides patients with an extensive range of services. As a member of UFH, SHUPH has been dedicated to providing unique and comprehensive healthcare in a warm and comfortable environment. Its sole mission is to provide patients from all countries and regions with quality and patient-oriented healthcare services in a highly personalized setting.