Dr.ย Erweiย Song
M.D., Ph.D., Member of Chinese Academy of Sciences
Professor of Breast Surgery & President, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital
corporate_fareSun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Guangzhou
Erwei Song
M.D., Ph.D., Member of Chinese Academy of Sciences
Prof. Erwei Song is one of China's most influential breast cancer surgeon-scientists and a Member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. He serves as Professor of Breast Surgery and President of Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology, UK, and a CMB Distinguished Professor.
Prof. Song obtained his M.D. and Ph.D. from Sun Yat-sen University and subsequently completed post-doctoral training at Essen University Hospital, Germany, and Harvard Medical School, where he later served as an Instructor at the CBR Institute for Biomedical Research. With approximately 30 years of experience spanning clinical breast surgery and laboratory-based cancer biology, he has become a recognised pioneer of breast-conserving surgery in China and contributed to the first Chinese expert guidelines for breast-conserving procedures in early breast cancer. He has published 171 SCI research articles in high-impact journals including Nature, Cell, Cancer Cell, Nature Immunology, and Science Translational Medicine, and his work on RNA interference was listed among Science magazine's Top Ten Breakthroughs of 2003. In 2022 he received the World Academy of Sciences Award in Medical Sciences for his Tumour Ecosystem Theory.
CancerFax can coordinate medical-record review, second-opinion preparation, and consultation support for international patients seeking access to Prof. Song's expertise at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital.
Why Consider Prof. Erwei Song?
Prof. Song combines world-class clinical breast surgery with laboratory-led translational oncology research, offering patients access to innovative, evidence-based care at one of southern China's leading breast cancer centres.
Areas of Specialisation
Advanced breast cancer surgery, translational oncology, and tumour biology research
Prof. Song's specialisation spans the full breadth of breast cancer care โ from complex surgical procedures and breast preservation through to tumour immunology and translational research into advanced breast cancer treatment strategies.
Breast Cancer Surgery
Comprehensive surgical management of breast cancer with a focus on conservation, reconstruction, and minimally invasive techniques.
- arrow_rightPioneer of breast-conserving surgery in China
- arrow_rightIntraoperative margin assessment for oncological safety
- arrow_rightTissue microenvironment preservation in breast conservation
- arrow_rightImplant-based and autologous tissue breast reconstruction after mastectomy
- arrow_rightSentinel lymph node biopsy of the axilla
- arrow_rightUltrasound-guided vacuum-assisted rotary biopsy
- arrow_rightMinimally invasive resection of benign breast masses
Translational Oncology & Tumour Immunology
Laboratory and clinical research connecting breast cancer biology with novel therapeutic strategies.
- arrow_rightBreast tumour ecosystem theory โ awarded World Academy of Sciences Award 2022
- arrow_rightTumour-associated immune cell research and regulation
- arrow_rightAnti-tumour immunity in breast-conserving surgery context
- arrow_rightTranslational immunotherapy strategies for breast cancer
- arrow_rightAnti-angiogenesis plus immunotherapy for advanced triple-negative breast cancer
- arrow_rightDendritic cell vaccine research for HER2-negative advanced breast cancer
- arrow_rightNon-coding RNA biology and RNA interference therapeutics
Neoadjuvant & Systemic Therapy Planning
Multidisciplinary planning incorporating systemic therapy before or after surgery.
- arrow_rightNeoadjuvant therapy planning for operable and locally advanced breast cancer
- arrow_rightIntegration of systemic therapy into breast preservation strategies
Procedures Performed
Surgical and clinical services at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital
The breast cancer programme at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital under Prof. Song integrates surgical oncology, minimally invasive procedures, breast reconstruction, and multidisciplinary treatment planning.
Breast Cancer Surgical Procedures
Complex DiseaseComprehensive surgical management ranging from breast-conserving procedures to total mastectomy and reconstruction.
Minimally Invasive Breast Procedures
DiagnosisImage-guided and minimally invasive techniques for diagnosis and management of breast masses.
Multidisciplinary Treatment Planning
MultidisciplinaryIntegrated care combining surgery, systemic therapy, and translational oncology insights for complex breast cancer cases.
Second Opinion & Case Review
Second OpinionExpert review of complex breast cancer cases, pathology, and treatment decisions for patients seeking specialist input.
Research & Publications
Translational oncology, breast tumour biology, and cancer immunology
Prof. Song has published 171 SCI research articles across leading international journals. His research spans breast tumour ecosystems, non-coding RNA biology, cancer immunology, tumour microenvironment regulation, and RNA interference therapeutics.
Prof. Song's full publication list is available via Google Scholar and institutional profile. A curated list can be provided on request through CancerFax.
Education & Training
Prof. Song trained at Sun Yat-sen University before completing post-doctoral fellowships in Germany and at Harvard Medical School, where he later became an Instructor.
Clinical Experience
Prof. Song has spent approximately 30 years advancing breast cancer surgery and translational oncology research, progressing from surgical training at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital to international post-doctoral fellowships and ultimately to the presidency of one of southern China's leading cancer hospitals.
Languages & International
Prof. Song's consultation language has not been publicly confirmed in verified sources. CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for international patients.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for international patients who require assistance in English or other languages.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for English-speaking and other international patients.
How CancerFax Helps You Access Dr. Erwei Song
CancerFax is a specialist cancer patient-navigation platform. We help international patients prepare structured medical summaries, assess treatment eligibility, and connect directly with Dr. Erwei Song's team โ with full coordination from initial inquiry to consultation.
Medical Report Review
Free review of your pathology results, imaging, molecular profiling, and treatment history โ prepared as a structured clinical summary for Dr. Erwei Song's team.
Treatment Eligibility Screening
CancerFax screens your case for eligibility for treatments and clinical programmes available through Dr. Erwei Song before you travel, so you arrive with a clear pathway.
Case Submission
We coordinate direct case submission to Dr. Erwei Song's department, including all documentation required for clinical review and appointment scheduling.
Appointment & Consultation Coordination
CancerFax manages appointment scheduling with Dr. Erwei Song's team, confirming availability and aligning timelines with your travel plans.
Travel, Visa & Logistics Support
We prepare visa invitation letters, provide hospital-proximity accommodation guidance, and coordinate airport transfers for international patients.
Follow-Up & Continuity of Care
After your consultation or treatment, CancerFax facilitates communication between Dr. Erwei Song's team and your home oncologist for seamless post-treatment follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prof. Erwei Song
Prof. Song specialises in breast cancer, including early-stage breast cancer, locally advanced breast cancer, triple-negative breast cancer, and HER2-negative advanced breast cancer. His clinical and research work also covers breast neoplasms requiring surgical management, neoadjuvant therapy, or multidisciplinary treatment planning.
Prof. Song is based at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, in Guangzhou, China. He serves as President of the hospital and leads the Yat-sen Breast Tumour Hospital, one of the major breast cancer centres in southern China.
CancerFax can coordinate medical-record review, second-opinion preparation, and consultation support for international patients seeking access to Prof. Song's expertise, subject to hospital availability and case acceptance. Please submit your medical documents through CancerFax to initiate the process.
Prof. Song's surgical services include breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy with or without reconstruction, sentinel lymph node biopsy, implant-based and autologous tissue breast reconstruction, and ultrasound-guided vacuum-assisted rotary biopsy. He is recognised as a pioneer of breast-conserving surgery in China.
A second-opinion request can be submitted through CancerFax with the patient's pathology reports, imaging, prior treatment history, and relevant biomarker results. The consultation format and availability depend on the doctor's schedule at Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital.
Submit your medical reports through CancerFax. The CancerFax team will review the documents, prepare the case for submission, and coordinate the next steps with the hospital, subject to availability and case acceptance.
Yes. Prof. Song is Principal Investigator for a Phase 1 clinical trial evaluating a dendritic cell vaccine loaded with circular RNA-encoded cryptic peptide, alone or in combination with camrelizumab, for patients with HER2-negative advanced breast cancer (NCT06530082). Eligibility for trial participation depends on clinical criteria and should be confirmed with the hospital.
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