Dr. Zhang Qing (with up with Top Tumor Radiotherapist in China)
Dr. Zhang Qing
Director of the Abdominopelvic Tumor Department at the Shanghai Proton and Heavy Ion Hospital, Chief Physician, and Master’s Thesis Advisor. Serves as a standing member of the Radiotherapy Committee and the Sarcoma Committee of the Shanghai Anti-Cancer Association, and is involved in various other professional organizations. Has over 30 years of clinical experience in tumor radiotherapy. Currently focuses on clinical and research work in proton and heavy ion radiotherapy. Conducted clinical research at the National University Hospital in Singapore and participated in related training in Japan and the USA. Took part in China’s first clinical research project and treatment case using proton and heavy ion technology.
Yewen Renyi Interviews with Dr. Zhang Qing（Partially）
Yewen Renyi: While treating patients, you also dedicate significant effort to public medical education. What challenges have you encountered in this process? How do you balance clinical duties with public medical education work?
Zhang Qing: I believe the difficulty of public medical education lies in simplifying complex information for patients to grasp easily. This often requires extra time and energy. However,public medical education allows patients to better understand their treatment plans, which is invaluable in time-constrained clinical settings. Though public medical education may initially take time from doctors, effective education can ultimately reduce workloads by fostering patient cooperation. Additionally, it improves public understanding of disease prevention, curbing misinformation and rumors.
Yewen Renyi: What are your thoughts on future trends in cancer treatment?
Zhang Qing: Personalized treatment and multidisciplinary collaboration will dominate cancer care. Advances like genetic testing will provide detailed patient data, enabling tailored therapies. Closer cooperation across specialties—medical oncology, surgery, radiotherapy—will deliver comprehensive, efficient care. These trends promise better outcomes, survival rates, and innovation in cancer treatment.
Yewen Renyi: What advice do you have for young doctors?
Zhang Qing:
Lifelong learning: Stay updated on medical advancements, especially in fields like proton/heavy-ion therapy. Attend trainings, conferences, and read academic literature.
Patient-centered care: Prioritize holistic health and quality of life, not just disease treatment. Build trust through communication to deliver personalized care.
Innovative thinking: Embrace creativity in treatment design. Collaborate with peers to tackle challenges using novel methods.
Sustain passion: Medicine is demanding yet rewarding—retain your enthusiasm and sense of duty.
Yewen Renyi: As a doctor, how do you balance work with personal health?
Zhang Qing: Despite a hectic schedule, I prioritize physical and mental well-being. I allocate time for exercise to maintain energy and passion. Staying healthy not only improves patient care but also sets a positive example, encouraging patients to value their own health.