Dr.ย Yuhaiย Bao
M.D., Professor, Chief Physician
Professor & Chief Physician, Neurosurgery
corporate_fareHumanity Hospital Xiamen, China
Yuhai Bao
M.D., Professor, Chief Physician
Professor Bao Yuhai is a distinguished Chief Physician and doctoral supervisor in Neurosurgery, recognised as one of China's pioneering figures in skull base and cerebrovascular surgery. He is a recipient of the State Council Special Allowance โ the highest clinical honour conferred by the Chinese government โ and brings over 40 years of specialist surgical experience to his practice at Humanity Hospital Xiamen.
Professor Bao is internationally regarded for his technique in total acoustic neuroma resection with preservation of more than 95% of facial nerve function, a benchmark that sets a high standard in neurosurgical oncology. His clinical work spans the full range of skull base tumours, cerebral aneurysms, vascular malformations, and functional neurosurgery including trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm. He previously served as Director of the Neurosurgical Oncology Centre at Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, one of China's foremost neurosurgical institutions. Professor Bao has contributed to four domestic clinical guidelines, holds two national invention patents, and has published over 80 peer-reviewed papers. He also serves as a member of two specialist committees of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS).
CancerFax can coordinate medical-report review and consultation support for international patients seeking an opinion from Professor Bao at Humanity Hospital Xiamen.
Why Consider Professor Bao Yuhai?
Professor Bao combines four decades of specialist neurosurgical expertise with internationally benchmarked outcomes in skull base and cerebrovascular surgery, making him one of the most experienced neurosurgeons available for complex brain tumour cases in China.
Areas of Specialisation
Skull base surgery, cerebrovascular surgery, and functional neurosurgery for complex brain and spinal conditions
Professor Bao's practice covers the surgical management of brain tumours, cerebrovascular abnormalities, and functional neurological conditions. His expertise spans both open microsurgical and minimally invasive approaches across the full skull base and cerebrovascular spectrum.
Skull Base Tumour Surgery
Comprehensive surgical management of benign and malignant skull base tumours with an emphasis on nerve and function preservation.
- arrow_rightTotal resection with facial nerve preservation exceeding 95%
- arrow_rightMicrosurgical approaches tailored to tumour size and hearing status
- arrow_rightMultidisciplinary planning for large or recurrent tumours
- arrow_rightSurgical removal of skull base and convexity meningiomas
- arrow_rightCraniopharyngioma resection with hypothalamic function preservation
- arrow_rightTranssphenoidal and transcranial approaches based on tumour extent
- arrow_rightCoordination with endocrinology for hormonal management
Cerebrovascular Surgery
Microsurgical treatment of intracranial vascular diseases including aneurysms and vascular malformations.
- arrow_rightMicrosurgical clipping of ruptured and unruptured aneurysms
- arrow_rightComplex and giant aneurysm management
- arrow_rightCerebral arteriovenous malformation (AVM) resection
- arrow_rightSpinal vascular malformation surgery
Neuro-Oncology & Functional Neurosurgery
Surgical treatment of brain stem tumours, gliomas, and functional conditions including trigeminal neuralgia.
- arrow_rightSurgical resection of brainstem and intraparenchymal gliomas
- arrow_rightIntraoperative neurophysiological monitoring for eloquent area surgery
- arrow_rightMicrovascular decompression (MVD) for trigeminal neuralgia
- arrow_rightMVD for hemifacial spasm with facial nerve monitoring
Procedures Performed
Microsurgical and minimally invasive neurosurgical procedures for brain, skull base, and spinal conditions
Professor Bao performs a broad range of open microsurgical and minimally invasive neurosurgical procedures. His practice is supported by advanced intraoperative monitoring and multidisciplinary case review.
Skull Base & Brain Tumour Surgery
Complex DiseaseSurgical removal of skull base tumours including acoustic neuromas, meningiomas, craniopharyngiomas, and pituitary adenomas with nerve and function preservation.
Cerebrovascular Surgery
Complex DiseaseMicrosurgical management of cerebral aneurysms and vascular malformations of the brain and spine.
Functional Neurosurgery
MultidisciplinaryMicrovascular decompression surgery for trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm.
Second Opinion & Case Review
Second OpinionInternational patients can submit imaging, pathology, and treatment records for expert review by Professor Bao, coordinated through CancerFax.
Research & Publications
Clinical research, national guidelines, and peer-reviewed contributions in neurosurgery
Professor Bao has published over 80 academic papers, contributed to four national clinical guidelines or expert consensus statements, and participated in an international multicentre clinical study. He holds two national invention patents and two utility model patents.
A full list of Professor Bao's publications and research contributions may be available through his institutional profile or on request via CancerFax.
Education & Training
Professor Bao completed his medical training in China and has built a career of over 40 years in neurosurgery, culminating in his recognition as a doctoral supervisor and recipient of the State Council Special Allowance.
Clinical Experience
Professor Bao has over 40 years of neurosurgical experience and is currently a Professor and Chief Physician of Neurosurgery at Humanity Hospital Xiamen. He previously served as Director of the Neurosurgical Oncology Centre at Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University โ one of China's leading neurosurgical institutions.
Languages & International
Professor Bao consults in the following language.
CancerFax can coordinate professional medical interpreter support for patients consulting in English or other languages.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Professor Bao Yuhai
CancerFax can coordinate medical-report review and consultation support for international patients seeking an opinion from Professor Bao at Humanity Hospital Xiamen, subject to hospital availability and case acceptance.
Professor Bao specialises in skull base tumours including acoustic neuromas, meningiomas, pituitary adenomas, and craniopharyngiomas, as well as gliomas, brainstem tumours, cerebral aneurysms, vascular malformations of the brain and spine, trigeminal neuralgia, and hemifacial spasm.
Professor Bao is a pioneer in total acoustic neuroma resection with facial nerve preservation rates exceeding 95%, which is significantly above the typical benchmark for this technically demanding procedure. His approach prioritises preserving neurological function alongside complete tumour removal.
Submit your medical reports, imaging, and clinical 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 and case suitability.
A second-opinion request can be submitted through CancerFax with the patient's MRI or CT imaging, pathology reports, surgical or treatment history, and relevant clinical notes. The final consultation format and availability depend on the hospital's schedule and case review process.
Professor Bao is a doctoral supervisor and recipient of China's State Council Special Allowance โ the highest clinical honour in the country. He has published over 80 academic papers, contributed to four national clinical guidelines, holds two national invention patents, and serves on committees of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS). He was previously Director of the Neurosurgical Oncology Centre at Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University.
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