Inaugural Conference of the Alliance for Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Clinical Bases on Atopic Dermatitis Held in Shanghai
French Red Cross Margency Children’s Hospital Signs as an International Collaborative Member Institution
The Inaugural Conference of the Alliance for Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Clinical Bases on Atopic Dermatitis, organized and led by Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, was successfully held in Shanghai.
The conference brought together experts and representatives from 50 medical institutions and research organizations across China, and specially invited the Hôpital d’Enfants de Margency, Croix-Rouge Française (French Red Cross Margency Children’s Hospital) to join as an international partner, marking a milestone in China–France medical cooperation.
Held under the framework of the National Clinical Collaboration Project on Major and Difficult Diseases of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, jointly approved by the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine (NATCM), the National Health Commission, and the Health Bureau of the Logistics Support Department of the Central Military Commission, the event aimed to integrate the strengths of Chinese and Western medicine and promote the standardization, systematization, and internationalization of atopic dermatitis prevention and treatment.
The conference was co-chaired by Prof. Li Fulun, President of Yueyang Hospital, and Prof. Ma Lin from Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University. During the event, the Alliance for Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Clinical Bases on Atopic Dermatitis was officially launched, followed by the signing and unveiling ceremonies for member institutions.
As a highlight, the Hôpital d’Enfants de Margency (French Red Cross) formally signed and unveiled its partnership as an international cooperative member institution with Yueyang Hospital. This collaboration marks a major step forward in China–France cooperation in the fields of pediatric atopic dermatitis prevention and treatment, chronic disease management, and digital pathology. The partnership will further promote in-depth exchanges between Chinese and European medical communities in chronic disease care and integrative medicine research.
During the conference, experts from institutions including Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of TCM, and Guangdong Provincial Hospital of TCM shared their clinical and research experiences in integrative diagnosis and treatment, collaborative research, and standardization efforts for atopic dermatitis. Participants unanimously agreed that the establishment of the Alliance provides an innovative multidisciplinary platform for atopic dermatitis management in China and sets a new model for the international promotion of integrative medicine.
The successful convening of this conference not only signifies the full launch of China’s integrative prevention and treatment system for atopic dermatitis, but also opens a new chapter in China–Europe cooperation in dermatological research and talent exchange. Moving forward, the Alliance will leverage its multi-center clinical and research resources to advance the clinical translation of integrative diagnostic and therapeutic technologies, serving the health of patients worldwide.
Background Information
The Alliance for Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine Clinical Bases on Atopic Dermatitis is a national-level collaborative innovation project jointly approved by the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine (NATCM), the National Health Commission, and the Health Bureau of the Logistics Support Department of the Central Military Commission.
Led by Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of TCM, the Alliance unites 50 leading hospitals and research institutions across China. Its mission is to advance the integration of Chinese and Western medicine, promote standardization and translational research, and build a Chinese-characterized chronic disease management system for atopic dermatitis prevention and treatment.
Core Member Institutions (Partial List)
- Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of TCM (Lead Institution)
- Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University
- Huashan Hospital, Fudan University
- Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai University of TCM
- Shanghai Dermatology Hospital
- Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology
- Wuhan First Hospital
- Hangzhou Third People’s Hospital
- Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian University of TCM
- First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University
- Ningbo Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Second Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou University of TCM
- Second Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of TCM
- Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Hospital of TCM
- Hôpital d’Enfants de Margency, Croix-Rouge Française (French Red Cross Margency Children’s Hospital) — International Collaborative Member
Forum on Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine · Innovation · Development
Invitation Letter
Organizers:
Shanghai Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine
China Association for the Promotion of Human Health Science and Technology
Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine
Dear Professor,
Warm greetings from Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
We are honored to invite you to attend the Forum on Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine to be held in Shanghai on September 27, 2025 as a distinguished guest and expert, to jointly explore new developments in integrative medicine with colleagues from around the world.
As one of China’s leading Class-A tertiary hospitals in integrated Chinese and Western medicine, Yueyang Hospital is committed to the principles of integration, innovation, and sharing, and aims to build a cross-disciplinary, cross-regional, and cross-cultural medical exchange platform.
With the theme “Inheriting Wisdom, Integrating Innovation — Towards the Future of Integrative Medicine”, the forum will bring together top experts from China and France to discuss key topics such as breakthroughs in clinical practice, advances in basic research, AI-assisted diagnosis and treatment, and interdisciplinary collaboration models. The program will include keynote sessions, roundtable discussions, and case sharing, with the goal of driving innovation through collaboration and connecting the world through integration.
We warmly welcome your participation. We look forward to meeting you by the Huangpu River this golden autumn, to open a new chapter for integrative medicine.
Sincerely,
Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of TCM
Conference Chair: Prof. Li Yi
August 1, 2025
Forum on Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine · Innovation · Development
Agenda
Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Venue: Shanghai Baohua Marriott Hotel (333 Guangzhong West Road, Jing’an District, Shanghai)
Morning Session (09:00–12:10)
| Time | Content | Speaker | Moderator |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00–08:10 | Guest Arrival | ||
| 08:10–08:30 | Opening Remarks | Li Fulun — Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of TCM | |
| 08:30–08:40 | Group Photo | ||
| 08:40–09:20 | Launch Ceremony of the National Center for Collaboration on Major and Difficult Diseases in TCM; Awarding of Collaborative Units; Signing Ceremony between Yueyang Hospital and Hôpital d’Enfants de Margency (French Red Cross); Inauguration of National Clinical Research & Training Base for Acupuncture Anesthesia; Translational Achievement Signing Ceremony | Yao Zheng, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine | |
| 09:20–09:40 | The Charm of Integrative Medicine — Acupuncture Anesthesia | Zhou Jia, Yueyang Hospital | Wang Jianyi, Yueyang Hospital |
| 09:40–10:00 | The Global Miracle of Chinese Herbal Medicine | Jean-Pierre Armand, President, European Society for Medical Oncology | |
| 10:00–10:20 | Impairment of Skin Barrier in Atopic Dermatitis and Precision Intervention | He Li, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University | Shen Yan, Yueyang Hospital |
| 10:20–10:30 | Introduction to Hôpital d’Enfants de Margency, French Red Cross | Thierry Bathelemy, Hôpital d’Enfants de Margency, French Red Cross | |
| 10:30–10:50 | Establishment and Standardization of Pediatric AD Clinics in China | Ma Lin, Beijing Children’s Hospital, Capital Medical University | |
| 10:50–11:10 | Experience in Chronic Disease Management at Margency Children’s Hospital | Gerard Delphine, Hôpital d’Enfants de Margency, French Red Cross | Song Xiuzu, Hangzhou Third People’s Hospital |
| 11:10–11:30 | Clinical and Experimental Research on “Peitu Qingxin” Therapy for Atopic Dermatitis | Chen Dacan, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of TCM | |
| 11:30–11:50 | Advances in TCM Research on Skin Barrier Function in Allergic Dermatoses | Li Bin, Shanghai Dermatology Hospital | Liu Qing, Yueyang Hospital |
| 11:50–12:00 | Summary Remarks | Li Yi, Yueyang Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine |
Sub-Forum I: Acupuncture Anesthesia
Time: 13:00–17:00
Venue: Shanghai Baohua Marriott Hotel
| Time | Content | Speaker | Moderator |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00–13:10 | Opening Remarks by the Director of the National Acupuncture Anesthesia Clinical Research Alliance | Zhou Jia, Yueyang Hospital | Wang Ke, Yueyang Hospital |
| 13:10–13:30 | Promoting Chinese Acupuncture to the World through Acupuncture Anesthesia | Wu Huangan, Shanghai Institute of Acupuncture and Meridian Research | |
| 13:30–13:50 | Evidence-Based Research on Acupuncture in France | JU Liya, European Institute for Precision Medicine | |
| 13:50–14:10 | Acupuncture Anesthesia and Cardiovascular Intervention — Our Exploration | Fan Min, Yueyang Hospital | Zhang Chunyan, Yueyang Hospital |
| 14:10–14:30 | Guidelines for Integrative Anesthesia: From Formulation to AI Decision-Making | Xue Jianjun, Gansu Provincial Hospital of TCM | |
| 14:30–14:50 | Basic Research on Anti-inflammatory and Analgesic Effects of Acupuncture | Wang Yanqing, Fudan University School of Basic Medical Sciences | |
| 14:50–15:00 | Tea Break | ||
| 15:00–15:20 | Inheritance and Innovation: Acupuncture Anesthesia Practice in Xuzhou | Feng Xiumei, Xuzhou Hospital of TCM | Hou Wenguang, Yueyang Hospital |
| 15:20–15:40 | Application of Acupuncture Anesthesia in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy | Jiang Weiqiang, Taizhou Hospital of TCM | |
| 15:40–16:00 | Research and Application of Acupuncture Anesthesia in Plateau Regions | Wei Linzhi, Qinghai Provincial Hospital of TCM | Yu Xintong, Yueyang Hospital |
| 16:00–16:20 | Exploration of Non-Intubated Thoracoscopic Surgery under Acupuncture Anesthesia | Zhao Ming, Shanxi Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine | |
| 16:20–17:00 | Advances in Research on Acupuncture Intervention for Perioperative Stress Response | Li Jing, Yueyang Hospital |
Sub-Forum II: Integrative Management of Atopic Dermatitis
Time: 13:00–17:00
Venue: Shanghai Baohua Marriott Hotel
| Time | Content | Speaker | Moderator |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00–13:10 | Opening Remarks | Su Xiangfei, Chinese Society of TCM Standards Committee; Ma Lin, Beijing Children’s Hospital | Song Yu, Longhua Hospital, Shanghai University of TCM |
| 13:10–13:40 | Working Mechanism and Vision of the Pediatric AD Integrative Clinical Collaboration Group | Li Fulun, Yueyang Hospital | Wu Liming, Hangzhou First People’s Hospital (Westlake University); Xu Tianhong, Hangzhou Third People’s Hospital |
| 13:40–14:00 | Comprehensive TCM Collaboration in the Management of Atopic Dermatitis | Cao Yi, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of TCM | |
| 14:00–14:20 | Treating Pediatric AD from the Perspective of Spleen and Stomach Theory | Zeng Xianyu, Wuhan First Hospital | |
| 14:20–14:40 | Integration of Medicine, Education, and Research to Advance AD Discipline Development | Yang Liu, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology; Ye Jianzhou, Affiliated Hospital of Yunnan University of TCM; Huang Ning, Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian University of TCM | |
| 14:40–15:00 | Mechanistic Exploration of a TCM Formula for Clearing Heat and Removing Dampness in AD | Wang Wuqing, Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai University of TCM | |
| 15:00–15:20 | Overview of External TCM Treatments for Atopic Dermatitis | Xiao Yueyuan, Chongqing Hospital of TCM; Peng Yong, Jiading District Hospital of TCM, Shanghai; Lin Mao, West China Hospital, Sichuan University | |
| 15:20–15:40 | Clinical and Molecular Heterogeneity of Atopic Dermatitis | Gu Chaoying, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University | |
| 15:40–16:00 | Building a Multi-center AI Research System and Expert Diagnostic Robot Platform for AD | Duan Lianyuan, Nanjing Hongtu Artificial Intelligence Research Institute | |
| 16:00–16:50 | Roundtable Discussion | Isabelle Pharaon, Hôpital d’Enfants de Margency (French Red Cross); Lei Ping, Dean, Euro-Asia School of Public Health; Yang Fan, Second Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou University of TCM; Li Jianwei, Second Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of TCM; Zhang Chenghui, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Hospital of TCM; Ye Jingjing, Ningbo Hospital of TCM; Mo Xiumei, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of TCM; Xu Jia, Beijing Hospital of TCM, Capital Medical University | |
| 16:50–17:00 | Closing Remarks | Li Fulun, Yueyang Hospital |
Sub-Forum III: Shanghai Association of TCM Aesthetic Medicine Annual Conference
Time: 13:00–17:40
Venue: Shanghai Baohua Marriott Hotel
| Time | Content | Speaker | Moderator |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00–13:20 | Opening Remarks | Association Leaders / Honorary Chair; Wang Yifei, Yueyang Hospital | |
| 13:20–13:40 | Application of Functional Skincare in Inflammatory Skin Diseases | Gu Jun, Shanghai Tenth People’s Hospital, Tongji University | Song Yu, Longhua Hospital |
| 13:40–14:00 | Building a Specialized Disease Database to Empower Hair Research Centers | Wang Haizhen, Second Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of TCM | |
| 14:00–14:20 | TCM Strategies for Treating Androgenetic Alopecia | Tao Maocan, Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of TCM | Xu Shunming, Pudong People’s Hospital |
| 14:20–14:40 | Comprehensive Management of Pigmentary Skin Disorders | Xu Nan, Shanghai East Hospital | |
| 14:40–15:00 | Don’t Let Appearances Deceive You | Zhai Xiaoxiang, Seventh People’s Hospital, Shanghai University of TCM; Xiao Xiuli, Baoshan Hospital, Shanghai University of TCM; Qiang Yan, Shanghai Dermatology Hospital | |
| 15:00–15:20 | Treatment Strategies and Mechanisms for Rhinophyma in Rosacea | He Xiang, Shuguang Hospital | |
| 15:20–15:50 | Management Strategies for Cosmetic Concerns in Elderly Patients | Wang Hongwei, Huadong Hospital, Fudan University | |
| 15:50–16:10 | Facial Rashes in Autoimmune Diseases: Diagnosis and Treatment | Yang Ji, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University; Wang Wei, Huangpu Health Commission; Cao Yanya, Shanghai University of TCM | |
| 16:10–16:30 | Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis of Disfiguring Facial Dermatoses | Liu Yeqiang, Shanghai Dermatology Hospital | |
| 16:30–16:50 | Management of Viral Warts in Different Anatomical Sites | Li Fulun, Yueyang Hospital | |
| 16:50–17:10 | Special Session: Safe Management of Atopic Dermatitis — Mechanisms and Pharmacology | Jin Yi, Shanghai Changzheng Hospital | |
| 17:10–17:30 | Special Session: Deucravacitinib — A New Option for Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis in Special Areas | Bi Xinling, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University | |
| 17:30–17:40 | Closing Summary | Li Fulun, Yueyang Hospital |