When anesthesiologist Cheng faced a devastating diagnosis of ocular melanoma—a rare eye cancer—he braced for losing his eyesight forever. But thanks to Dr. Wei Wenbin at Beijing Tongren Hospital, Cheng’s story took a surprising turn. Instead of traditional eye removal, Wei’s team pioneered partial excision and radiotherapy, saving Cheng’s eyes and career.
Beijing Tongren Hospital isn’t just changing individual lives—it’s leading China’s battle against blindness. As a WHO collaborating center, the hospital has rolled out game-changing treatments: simpler therapies for ocular melanoma, specialized centers for infectious eye diseases, and early screening for pediatric tumors. Think of it like a medical Avengers squad, but for vision!
These advances reflect China’s broader push to tackle preventable blindness. From training doctors nationwide to creating tech-driven diagnostic platforms, the effort is all about ‘seeing’ a brighter future—literally.
For Cheng? It’s back to saving lives in the OR, with both eyes wide open.
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