Zuo Doctor Chief Physician

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

A surgeon specializing in minimally invasive and gastrointestinal surgery at the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University. With a Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate in Clinical Surgery, he pioneered advanced endoscopic techniques (ESD, ESE, EFTR, STER) and performs laparoscopic surgeries for tumors, obesity, hernias, and reflux. He has authored over ten SCI papers, co-edited two laparoscopic surgery monographs, and holds multiple professional committee memberships.

Specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of various hernia diseases (including inguinal hernia, incisional hernia, hiatal hernia, etc.), proficient in using gastroscopy and colonoscopy for the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases (including gastrointestinal polyps, submucosal tumors, gastric cancer, colorectal cancer, etc.), and skilled in laparoscopic bariatric surgery for the treatment of obesity. Research direction: Clinical diagnosis and treatment in gastrointestinal surge

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About Dr. Zuo Doctor

Hospital
The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University
Title
Chief Physician
Department
Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Third Division
Years of Practice
28 years (1998 — present)
**Main Education and Work Experience:** September 1992 to July 1997: Studied Clinical Medicine at Nanchang University School of Medicine (formerly Jiangxi Medical College), obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Medicine. July 1997 to August 2002: Worked in the Department of Surgery at Fuzhou Second Hospital (Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi Medical College Fuzhou Branch). September 2002 to July 2005: Pursued a Master's degree at the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, obtaining a Master's degree in Clinical Surgery. July 2005 to August 2006: Worked in the Department of Surgery at Jiangxi Provincial People's Hospital. September 2006 to July 2009: Pursued a Doctoral degree at the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, obtaining a Doctorate in Clinical Surgery. July 2009 to Present: Works in the Department of Minimally Invasive Surgery and Gastrointestinal Surgery at the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University. **Social Appointments:** Member of the Minimally Invasive Surgery Committee of Guangdong Medical Industry Association; Member of the General Surgery Specialty Committee of Guangdong Medical Education Association; Director of the Southern (Guangdong) Minimally Invasive Gastrointestinal Surgery Alliance; Member of the Colorectal Surgery Specialty Committee of Guangdong Clinical Medical Association. **Publications:** Authored over ten papers published in SCI and renowned domestic journals. **Monographs:** Participated in the compilation of: 1. *Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery Techniques*, World Publishing Corporation. 2. *Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery*, People's Medical Publishing House. **Other Major Work Achievements (e.g., Awards):** Demonstrated outstanding medical performance and significant academic expertise. Under the leadership and support of the department heads, actively introduced new clinical diagnostic and treatment technologies, such as pioneering the implementation of Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD), Endoscopic Submucosal Tumor Enucleation (ESE), Endoscopic Full-Thickness Resection (EFTR), and Endoscopic Submucosal Tunnel Tumor Resection (STER) within the department. Actively engaged in clinical work, managing a large volume of clinical patients, including laparoscopic and open surgery for gastrointestinal tumors, combined laparoscopic-endoscopic treatment for gastrointestinal tumors, laparoscopic bariatric surgery, complex incisional hernia repair, and laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery. Also actively promoted and popularized open preperitoneal inguinal hernia repair and laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair (TEP). Proactively completed study and training assignments designated by the department, closely tracking the latest domestic and international technologies. Actively participated in academic activities within the department, hospital, and externally, striving to enhance the academic standing and social reputation of the hospital and department. Received multiple awards in regional and national surgical video competitions: First Prize in the 2015 Guangdong Medical Industry Association Minimally Invasive Surgery Management Branch Second Annual Conference & Inguinal Hernia Open Surgery Video Competition; Second Prize in the Southern China Region of the 2019 First "Wang Zhonggao" Cup Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Young Surgeon Surgical Skills Competition; Third Prize in the Finals of the 2019 First "Wang Zhonggao" Cup Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Young Surgeon Surgical Video Competition; Encouragement Award in the 2019 Second "Huaxia Minimally Invasive Cup" Young Surgeon Surgical Video Competition. Held positions in multiple academic groups: Member of the Youth Committee of the Third Committee of the Minimally Invasive Surgery Branch of Guangdong Medical Association; Member of the First and Second Committees of the Minimally Invasive Surgery Management Branch of Guangdong Medical Industry Association. Actively responded to the call of the nation, hospital, and department, dedicating to the glorious mission of aiding Tibet. Since August 16, 2021, participated in the hospital's medical aid work in Tibet, successfully introducing three new medical technologies at Bianba County Hospital, receiving high praise. Attached great importance to teaching, achieving excellent teaching quality. Honorably received the title of Outstanding Instructor for the 2017-2018 academic year from the Basic Surgery Academy of the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University. Conducted solid scientific research, continuously exploring new fields and research directions, achieving fruitful research results with a certain degree of innovation. Published 17 SCI papers (6 as first author or corresponding author) and 7 Chinese papers. Also obtained two teaching reform funds from Sun Yat-sen University.
Schedule

Dr. Zuo Doctor — 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, Third Division
On Duty
Off Duty
Period Morning
08:00-12:00
Afternoon
14:00-17:30
Evening
18:30-20:30
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Tue Off Duty Off Duty Off Duty
Wed Off Duty Off Duty Off Duty
Thu On Duty
09:00 - 12:00
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Fri Off Duty Off Duty Off Duty
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Sun Off Duty Off Duty Off Duty
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