Biography
Dr. Cheng Yi is a distinguished Chief of Translational Cell Therapy at Tongji Hospital, Huazhong University with 18 years of dedicated clinical practice. Over the course of an extensive career, Cheng Yi has treated thousands of international and domestic patients, establishing a reputation for clinical excellence, evidence-based decision-making, and compassionate, family-centered care.
Clinical Focus & Expertise
Dr. Cheng Yi specializes in the diagnosis and management of complex medical conditions, with particular expertise in Spinal cord injury, Diabetic wound healing, Bone marrow MSC, Osteoarthritis biologics, iPSC research. The clinical practice combines current best-evidence medicine with personalized treatment planning — recognizing that every patient brings a unique medical history, lifestyle, and set of life priorities to the consultation room.
Conditions Treated
Patients consult Dr. Cheng Yi for the following conditions and procedures:
- Spinal cord injury
- Diabetic wound healing
- Bone marrow MSC
- Osteoarthritis biologics
- iPSC research
Education & Training
- MD/PhD Shanghai Jiao Tong University · Visiting Scientist Salk Institute
Professional Credentials & Memberships
- Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine International Society
- International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR)
International Patient Care
Dr. Cheng Yi communicates with patients in English, Chinese, Russian, providing direct rapport without the need for translation in those languages. The hospital's international department coordinates dedicated case managers, multilingual interpreters for additional languages, simplified visa documentation, and personalized treatment itineraries for travelers from over 60 countries.
“Every patient deserves more than a diagnosis — they deserve a treatment plan that respects who they are, where they come from, and what matters most to them.”
Education
MD/PhD Shanghai Jiao Tong University · Visiting Scientist Salk Institute
Certifications
- Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine International Society
- International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR)