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About Dr. Professor Li Chunfu

  • Professor Li is a highly respected and globally recognised pediatric haematologist-oncologist with more than 40 years of experience in diagnosing, treating, and researching complex blood disorders and cancers in children.
  • He has been a leader in pediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) and has made significant contributions to the development of prevention and treatment of thalassemia in China.
  • He has performed over 1,800 HSCTs in children and has built a reputation for clinical excellence, academic leadership and contributions to the field of pediatric hematology worldwide.

Conditions treated by Professor Li Chunfu

  • Thalassemia
  • Aplastic Anemia (AA)
  • Congenital bone marrow failure syndromes
  • Congenital immunodeficiency disorders
  • Genetic metabolic diseases
  • Acute and chronic leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH)
  • Other pediatric hematological and oncological disorders

Area of Interest

  • Pediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT)
  • Thalassemia prevention and curative treatment
  • Congenital and inherited blood disorders
  • Pediatric leukemia and lymphoma
  • Immune deficiency and bone marrow failure syndromes
  • Optimisation and innovation of transplantation protocols

Work Experiences

  • Former Director of Pediatrics, Southern Medical University Nanfang Hospital
  • Former Professor and Doctoral Supervisor, Southern Medical University
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Completed advanced training and academic exchange programs at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, USA, MD Anderson Cancer Center, USA, Pesaro Bone Marrow Transplantation Center, Italy, and Kansai Medical University, Japan

MEMBERSHIPS (8)

  • Member, American Society of Hematology (ASH)
  • Member, Stem Cell Transplantation Application Group, Hematology Branch, Chinese Medical Association
  • Member, Hematology/Oncology Specialist Alliance, National Center for Children’s Health, China
  • Member, Hematological Oncology Group, Chinese Academy of Pediatrics
  • Member, Asian VIWA Bone Marrow Transplantation Committee
  • Vice Chairman, Guangdong Pediatric Anti-Cancer Prevention Association
  • Standing Committee Member, Pediatric Branch, Guangdong Medical Association
  • Founder and Honorary President, Thalassemia Association of Guangdong Province

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Is Professor Li Chunfu doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?
Professor Li Chunfu is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.
How long is the consultation?
The consultation typically lasts between 15 and 30 minutes. It may exceed the estimated time, depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions.
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FAQ's Related to Hemato Oncologist

What is a hemato-oncologist?
A Hemato-Oncologist is a medical professional who treats and diagnoses patients with blood cancers and complex blood disorders (e.g. Leukaemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma, Myelodysplastic Syndromes, Aplastic Anaemia, Thalassemia) using a variety of medical therapies and/or procedures, including but not limited to: Chemotherapy; Immunotherapy; Targeted Therapy (Targeted Chemotherapy) and/or Stem Cell Transplantation (SCT).
What conditions does a hemato-oncologist treat?
Hemato-Oncologists manage patients diagnosed with diseases such as Leukaemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma, Myelodysplastic Syndromes, Aplastic Anemia, Thalassemia and other malignant and non-malignant blood disorders.
When Do Patients See a Hemato-Oncologist?
Patients are usually referred to a Hemato-Oncologist when their blood test results, the results of the initial Bone Marrow Study (BMS), and/or symptoms suggest that they have a blood cancer or serious Blood Disorder that requires specialised care.
How Are Blood Cancers Diagnosed?
Blood cancers can be diagnosed through a combination of Blood Tests, BMS, Immunophenotyping, Cytogenetic and/or Molecular Tests, and Imaging Tests. Diagnosis involves determining the Type of Disease and its stage.
What Type of Treatment Does a Hemato-Oncologist Offer?
Haematologists-oncologists can offer patients treatment options that may include: a combination of Chemotherapy, Targeted Therapies, immunotherapies, CAR-T Cell therapies, Stem Cell Transplants, and Supportive Care.
Does a Hemato-Oncologist Perform Stem Cell Transplant Procedures?
No, Hemato-Oncologists do not perform Stem Cell Transplant Procedures. However, Haematologists/Oncologists are responsible for assessing the Patient’s Medical History and "Readiness" to undergo a Stem Cell Transplant, and for managing all aspects of pre- and post-stem cell transplant to support long-term Recovery and optimal results.

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