Dr.ย Linย Yong Xiang
Associate Chief Physician, Orthopaedic Surgery
Associate Chief Physician & Medical Team Leader, Orthopaedics
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Lin Yong Xiang
Associate Chief Physician, Orthopaedic Surgery
Professor Lin Yong Xiang is an Associate Chief Physician and Medical Team Leader in the Orthopaedics Department at Humanity Hospital Xiamen, China. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he is a recognised specialist in minimally invasive spinal surgery, with a particular focus on endoscopic techniques and complex spinal disorders including spinal tumours.
Prof. Lin's practice spans the full spectrum of minimally invasive spine interventions, including endoscopic discectomy, UBE (unilateral biportal endoscopy), OLIF (oblique lateral interbody fusion), MIS-TLIF, and anterior cervical endoscopic-assisted ACDF. He manages complex conditions such as spinal tumours, spinal tuberculosis, osteomyelitis, and osteoporosis-related fractures alongside degenerative spine disease. He holds committee and council appointments with several national and regional professional bodies, including the Orthopedic Committee of the Chinese Non-Government Medical Institutions Association and the Fujian Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery Alliance.
CancerFax can coordinate medical-report review and consultation support for international patients seeking evaluation from Prof. Lin Yong Xiang, subject to hospital availability and case acceptance.
Why Consider Prof. Lin Yong Xiang?
Prof. Lin brings over two decades of focused experience in minimally invasive spinal surgery and the management of complex spinal conditions, including spinal tumours and infectious disease of the spine.
Areas of Specialisation
Minimally invasive and complex spinal surgery across oncological, degenerative, and traumatic conditions
Prof. Lin Yong Xiang specialises in advanced endoscopic and minimally invasive spinal surgery, with particular expertise in spinal tumours, spinal infections, and complex degenerative spine disease.
Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
Advanced endoscopic and keyhole techniques for spinal decompression, fusion, and fracture management.
- arrow_rightEndoscopic discectomy for lumbar and cervical disc herniation
- arrow_rightULBD (unilateral laminotomy for bilateral decompression) via endoscope
- arrow_rightEndoscopic fusion techniques for selected patients
- arrow_rightCervical keyhole surgery and anterior cervical endoscopic-assisted ACDF
- arrow_rightUBE (unilateral biportal endoscopy)
- arrow_rightOLIF (oblique lateral interbody fusion)
- arrow_rightMIS-TLIF (minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion)
- arrow_rightMED (microendoscopic discectomy)
Spinal Tumours & Infectious Conditions
Surgical management of primary and secondary spinal tumours, tuberculosis of the spine, and osteomyelitis.
- arrow_rightSurgical resection planning for spinal tumours
- arrow_rightStabilisation and reconstruction following tumour removal
- arrow_rightCoordination with oncology for multimodal treatment planning
- arrow_rightSpinal tuberculosis management
- arrow_rightOsteomyelitis of the spine
- arrow_rightVertebroplasty for osteoporotic fractures
Spinal Fractures & Trauma
Percutaneous and minimally invasive approaches for spinal fracture stabilisation.
- arrow_rightVertebroplasty for compression fractures
- arrow_rightPercutaneous pedicle screw fixation for traumatic and osteoporotic fractures
Procedures Performed
Minimally invasive and endoscopic spinal procedures for oncological, degenerative, and traumatic conditions
Prof. Lin performs a broad range of minimally invasive spinal procedures using the latest endoscopic platforms, alongside open and percutaneous techniques for tumour, fracture, and infectious spine conditions.
Endoscopic Spinal Decompression
Complex DiseaseKeyhole and endoscopic approaches to spinal canal decompression with minimal disruption to surrounding tissue.
Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion
Complex DiseaseFusion procedures for spinal instability, deformity correction, and post-tumour reconstruction using the least invasive approach suitable for each case.
Spinal Tumour & Infection Surgery
MultidisciplinarySurgical management of primary and secondary spinal tumours, tuberculosis, and osteomyelitis of the spine, in coordination with oncology and infection teams where appropriate.
Spinal Fracture & Osteoporosis Management
DiagnosisPercutaneous and minimally invasive stabilisation for traumatic and osteoporotic spinal fractures.
Second Opinion & Case Review
Second OpinionInternational patients can submit imaging, surgical reports, and pathology for case review and a second opinion from Prof. Lin, coordinated through CancerFax.
Research & Publications
Academic contributions in minimally invasive spinal surgery and spine oncology
Prof. Lin Yong Xiang is an active member of national and regional professional bodies in orthopaedics and minimally invasive spine surgery, contributing to the advancement of endoscopic spinal techniques in China.
A detailed list of peer-reviewed publications and research contributions may be available on request from Humanity Hospital Xiamen or through CancerFax.
Education & Training
Prof. Lin Yong Xiang completed his medical and specialist training in China. His education details are being verified and will be updated once confirmed from official sources.
Clinical Experience
Prof. Lin Yong Xiang has over 20 years of experience in orthopaedic surgery with a clinical focus on minimally invasive spinal surgery. He currently serves as Associate Chief Physician and Medical Team Leader in the Orthopaedics Department at Humanity Hospital Xiamen.
Languages & International
Prof. Lin Yong Xiang consults primarily in Chinese (Mandarin). CancerFax can arrange professional medical interpreter support for international patients consulting in other languages.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for international patients consulting with Prof. Lin Yong Xiang.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for international patients when required.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prof. Lin Yong Xiang
CancerFax can coordinate medical-report review and consultation support for international patients seeking an opinion from Prof. Lin Yong Xiang at Humanity Hospital Xiamen, subject to hospital availability and case acceptance.
Prof. Lin Yong Xiang specialises in minimally invasive spinal surgery for a wide range of conditions, including spinal tumours, lumbar disc herniation, cervical spondylosis, spinal tuberculosis, osteomyelitis, osteoporotic vertebral fractures, spinal stenosis, and traumatic spinal fractures. He is also experienced in sports-related spine and orthopaedic injuries.
Prof. Lin is experienced in a full range of modern endoscopic and minimally invasive spinal procedures, including UBE (unilateral biportal endoscopy), OLIF (oblique lateral interbody fusion), MIS-TLIF (minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion), endoscopic discectomy, ULBD decompression, MED (microendoscopic discectomy), anterior cervical endoscopic-assisted ACDF, vertebroplasty, and percutaneous pedicle screw fixation.
You can submit your medical reports, MRI or CT imaging, pathology results, and treatment history through CancerFax. The CancerFax team will review the documents, prepare the case for submission, and coordinate the next steps with Humanity Hospital Xiamen, subject to availability.
Yes. A second-opinion request can be submitted through CancerFax with the patient's imaging (MRI, CT, PET), pathology reports, surgical history, and relevant test results. Prof. Lin can review complex spinal oncology cases and provide a surgical opinion. The final consultation format and availability depend on the hospital's scheduling.
Humanity Hospital Xiamen is located in Xiamen, Fujian Province, China. International patients can contact CancerFax for assistance with case coordination, travel planning, and hospital access.
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