Zhai Ertao Chief Physician

The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University · Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery I · Chief Physician

Work Experience: He conducted postdoctoral research at the Gastrointestinal Surgery Center of The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University from 2016 to 2018, and has remained at the hospital for clinical practice in gastrointestinal surgery ever since. He was appointed Associate Chief Physician in 2024. Research Achievements: He has presided over 1 National Natural Science Foundation project, 3 provincial and ministerial research projects and 1 prefectural-level research project. He has published multiple SCI papers in journals including Int J Cancer, Oncogenesis and Cancer Commun.

He is engaged in clinical and basic research of gastrointestinal malignancies. He specializes in standardized surgery (open and laparoscopic procedures) and comprehensive treatment for common digestive tract tumors of the stomach, small intestine and colorectum, as well as retroperitoneal tumors. He manages benign conditions such as abdominal wall hernias (inguinal hernia, incisional hernia, linea alba hernia), anal fistula and hemorrhoids. He has particular expertise in the clinical diagnosis and treatment of Borrmann type IV / scirrhous gastric cancer.

Zhai Ertao
Basic Information

About Dr. Zhai Ertao

Hospital
The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University
Title
Chief Physician
Department
Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery I
Years of Practice
28 years (1998 — present)

Work Experience: He conducted postdoctoral research at the Gastrointestinal Surgery Center of The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University from 2016 to 2018, and has remained at the hospital for clinical practice in gastrointestinal surgery ever since. He was appointed Associate Chief Physician in 2024.

Research Achievements: He has presided over 1 National Natural Science Foundation project, 3 provincial and ministerial research projects and 1 prefectural-level research project. He has published multiple SCI papers in journals including Int J Cancer, Oncogenesis and Cancer Commun.

Research Interests: Basic and clinical research on gastrointestinal malignancies (gastric cancer, small bowel cancer, colorectal cancer, gastrointestinal stromal tumors); clinical research centered on surgical treatment for Borrmann type IV / scirrhous gastric cancer.

Specialties: He is engaged in clinical and basic research of gastrointestinal malignancies. He specializes in standardized surgery (open and laparoscopic procedures) and comprehensive treatment for common digestive tract tumors of the stomach, small intestine and colorectum, as well as retroperitoneal tumors. He manages benign conditions such as abdominal wall hernias (inguinal hernia, incisional hernia, linea alba hernia), anal fistula and hemorrhoids. He has particular expertise in the clinical diagnosis and treatment of Borrmann type IV / scirrhous gastric cancer.

Schedule

Dr. Zhai Ertao — Outpatient Schedule

Weekly clinic, including specialist and surgery days. Book 3-7 days in advance.

Clinic: The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University · Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery I
On Duty
Off Duty
Period Morning
08:00-12:00
Afternoon
14:00-17:30
Evening
18:30-20:30
Mon Off Duty Off Duty Off Duty
Tue Off Duty Off Duty Off Duty
Wed
09:00 - 12:00
Off Duty Off Duty
Thu Off Duty Off Duty Off Duty
Fri Off Duty Off Duty Off Duty
Sat Off Duty Off Duty Off Duty
Sun Off Duty Off Duty Off Duty
Note: Actual clinic hours are subject to the hospital's daily notice. Please call the Dovecure 24h hotline 400-888-0000 to confirm before booking.

Rationale for Precision

Senior Medical Advisory Team — With an average of over five years of clinical experience, the team has supported over 1,000 families in accessing coordinated, high-quality medical care in China.

Book your dedicated advisor now

Senior Medical Advisory Team — With an average of over five years of clinical experience, the team has supported over 1,000 families in accessing coordinated, high-quality medical care in China.

Consult Now
24/7 medical consultation +86 18126771334 (iMessage)
Email Consultation cure@dovecure.com
WhatsApp WeChat QR Code WeChat QR Code
Cart
Your cart is empty
Continue shopping
{{ item.sku_code }} - {{ item.variant_label }} {{ item.item_type_label }}
{{ item.price_format }}
{{ item.subtotal_format }}
Total {{ totalAmount }}
Checkout View Cart
Consult VIP Health Checkup $199