Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center: The World-Leading Academic Center for Ophthalmology in Asia
Hospital History & Global Position
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center originated from the ophthalmology departments of Lingnan University Medical College, Sun Yat-sen University Medical College, and Guanghua Medical College in 1953. It was officially established in 1965 and became China’s first modern multi-functional ophthalmic center integrating clinical care, teaching, research, and blindness prevention.
It is the only WHO Collaborating Centre for Eye Health and Vision in China and consistently ranks among the top ophthalmology institutions globally.
Global Academic Leadership in Ophthalmology
The center consistently ranks among the world’s top ophthalmology institutions, holding leading positions in global academic rankings and research impact indicators.
- #1 Global Ophthalmology Institution (Nature Index)
- #6 Global Ophthalmology (SJR Ranking)
- #1 in Asia (Multiple Rankings)
- #1 in China for 15+ years
- National Key Laboratory for Eye Diseases
- Grade A Tertiary Specialty Hospital
- National Clinical Research Center
- WHO Collaborating Centre
Comprehensive Ophthalmic Subspecialty System
The hospital operates one of the most complete ophthalmology subspecialty systems in the world, covering more than 10 major clinical disciplines and over 20 subspecialty areas.
Clinical Capacity & Patient Volume
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center is one of the largest ophthalmic treatment centers in the world, handling massive patient volumes and complex surgical cases every year.
Research Infrastructure & Innovation Platform
The hospital hosts the National Key Laboratory for Eye Disease Prevention and Treatment, one of the most advanced ophthalmic research infrastructures in the world.
National Key Laboratory · 1.4B RMB infrastructure investment · AI ophthalmology systems · Gene & regenerative medicine · Global clinical guidelines leadership
Major Scientific Breakthroughs
The center has achieved multiple world-first breakthroughs in ophthalmology, including lens regeneration, AI-based diagnostic systems, and large-scale myopia prevention programs.
- First Human Lens Regeneration (Nature 2016)
- AI Screening System for Vision (Nature Medicine 2023)
- Digital Mask Technology (Nature Medicine 2022)
- Myopia Prevention Guidelines (JAMA 2015)
- 50M+ people screened
- Global clinical adoption
- WHO guideline integration
- Belt & Road deployment
Talent System & Education Leadership
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center is the largest ophthalmology training base in China, producing thousands of specialists who now lead ophthalmology departments across the country.
Global Collaboration & Social Responsibility
The center actively participates in global blindness prevention initiatives and international collaborations across Asia, Africa, and Oceania, contributing significantly to global eye health governance.
Mission & Vision
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center is committed to advancing global eye health and building a world-class ophthalmic center with comprehensive academic and clinical leadership.
Comprehensively Build a World-Class Ophthalmic Center
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center
A globally leading ophthalmic center integrating clinical care, scientific research, education, innovation, and blindness prevention, with top-tier expertise in all major ophthalmic subspecialties.