Title: Pediatric Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shanghai | ChildMedCare Canonical page: https://childmedcare.com/care/traditional-chinese-medicine/ Language: English [Home](https://childmedcare.com/)/Specialist care CHILDMEDCARE · INTERNATIONAL FAMILY SUPPORT # Traditional Chinese medicine. Hospital consultations. Ask our team about pediatric traditional Chinese medicine consultations at Shanghai Children’s Medical Center. SPECIALTY OVERVIEW ## Hospital services Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine’s published clinical overview describes the hospital’s TCM department and its work involving pediatric appetite-related and nutritional concerns, alongside an integrated Chinese and Western medicine approach. Hospital background: [Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine ↗](https://www.shsmu.edu.cn/info/1073/1059.htm) ## Clinical areas The university overview describes pediatric tuina (manual therapy), acupuncture, herbal medicines and external approaches. The hospital confirms current services; a qualified clinician assesses suitability and risks. Specialty background: [University clinical overview ↗](https://www.shsmu.edu.cn/info/1073/1059.htm) ## Preparing for your consultation Discuss a specific consultation question rather than choosing a procedure from a list. A qualified clinician should explain relevant evidence, risks and how any proposal relates to existing care. Questions to confirm with the hospital - Planning topic: What to ask - Consultation purpose: Which concern would the clinician be asked to review? - Existing care: Ask how prescribed medicines, supplements and other care should be reviewed through the clinical channel. - Evidence and safety: Ask what evidence applies to children and what risks or interactions need discussion. - Availability: Confirm the clinician, current service, campus, language and fees for the actual visit. The hospital decides the records and clinical requirements for each request. Use its confirmed channel for private records. ## Questions for our team - Ask about the process for a pediatric TCM consultation. - Clarify how the clinical team considers TCM alongside an existing care plan. - Confirm the clinician, language arrangements, visit format and cost before booking. ## What to include in your inquiry - A parent or guardian’s contact details and country. - A brief, non-sensitive description of the type of consultation you are exploring. - Questions for the clinician about evidence, potential risks, interactions and follow-up. Discuss any medicines through the hospital’s approved channel, not this chat. The hospital confirms clinical suitability, appointments and costs. ChildMedCare · Updated October 25, 2026 CONTACT OUR TEAM ### Ask about this service. Tell us the specialty you need and your questions about visiting. [International patient guide](https://childmedcare.com/international-patients/) STORY & NEWS ## Prepare for your consultation. [All articles](https://childmedcare.com/resources/) [ArticleOctober 25, 2026 ### Pediatric traditional Chinese medicine: questions for a hospital consultation Ask about a specific approach for a specific clinical question. Discuss the evidence, risks and interaction with existing care with qualified clinicians; a traditional or natural label does not establish safety.3 min read](https://childmedcare.com/resources/pediatric-tcm-consultation-questions/) COMMON QUESTIONS ## Frequently asked questions. ### Is TCM suitable for every child? No general answer can establish suitability for an individual child. A qualified clinician must assess the child and discuss the evidence, potential risks and alternatives. ### Can you recommend herbs, doses or a treatment plan? No. ChildMedCare and its AI guide provide coordination information, not prescriptions or medical recommendations. Clinical decisions belong to qualified practitioners. ### Does natural mean safe? No. Natural products and traditional procedures can have risks or interactions. Ask a qualified clinician about safety and suitability rather than assuming they are risk-free. ### Can I book a particular TCM procedure here? You can submit an inquiry. The hospital must confirm available services, suitability, appointments and costs. Do not replace or stop an existing treatment based on this website. RELATED SERVICES ## Other services. [Heart & cardiac care](https://childmedcare.com/care/pediatric-cardiology/)[Blood & cancer care](https://childmedcare.com/care/pediatric-hematology-oncology/)[Development & behavior](https://childmedcare.com/care/developmental-behavioral-pediatrics/)[Complex & rare conditions](https://childmedcare.com/care/complex-pediatric-conditions/)[International patient guide](https://childmedcare.com/international-patients/) ## Contact and service scope Email: [contactus@childmedcare.com](mailto:contactus@childmedcare.com). To contact the coordination team, visit [ChildMedCare](https://childmedcare.com/care/traditional-chinese-medicine/) and choose “Talk to our team” or “Start a private inquiry”. Inquiries are private and are not published. Do not include a child’s identifying details or medical records. ChildMedCare is an independent coordination service, not the hospital’s official website and not a provider of diagnosis or treatment. Clinical services, appointments, pricing and language arrangements require hospital confirmation.