Biography
Dr. Ma Lei is a distinguished Chief of Translational Cell Therapy at First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University with 33 years of dedicated clinical practice. Over the course of an extensive career, Ma Lei has treated thousands of international and domestic patients, establishing a reputation for clinical excellence, evidence-based decision-making, and compassionate, family-centered care.
Clinical Focus & Expertise
Dr. Ma Lei specializes in the diagnosis and management of complex medical conditions, with particular expertise in Bone marrow MSC, Stroke recovery, UC-MSC therapy, Diabetic wound healing. The clinical practice combines current best-evidence medicine with personalized treatment planning — recognizing that every patient brings a unique medical history, lifestyle, and set of life priorities to the consultation room.
Conditions Treated
Patients consult Dr. Ma Lei for the following conditions and procedures:
- Bone marrow MSC
- Stroke recovery
- UC-MSC therapy
- Diabetic wound healing
Education & Training
- MD/PhD Fudan University · Visiting Scientist Salk Institute
Professional Credentials & Memberships
- Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine International Society
- Chinese Society of Stem Cell Biology
- International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR)
International Patient Care
Dr. Ma Lei communicates with patients in English, Chinese, French, providing direct rapport without the need for translation in those languages. The hospital's international department coordinates dedicated case managers, multilingual interpreters for additional languages, simplified visa documentation, and personalized treatment itineraries for travelers from over 60 countries.
“Every patient deserves more than a diagnosis — they deserve a treatment plan that respects who they are, where they come from, and what matters most to them.”
Education
MD/PhD Fudan University · Visiting Scientist Salk Institute
Certifications
- Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine International Society
- Chinese Society of Stem Cell Biology
- International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR)