Yiming Zhu, MD, PhD
Yiming Zhu, MD, PhD (China)
Orthopaedic Shoulder Surgeon | Researcher in Rotator Cuff Biology & Biomechanics | Specialist in Arthroscopic Reconstruction
Dr. Zhu Yiming is a respected orthopedic surgeon and researcher specializing in shoulder reconstruction, rotator cuff disease, and biologic tendon augmentation. With a strong academic background and training in both clinical shoulder surgery and musculoskeletal research, Dr. Zhu contributes extensively to studies on tendon degeneration, SCR graft selection, and optimization of arthroscopic repair techniques.
His work bridges basic science and clinical application, particularly in tendon healing biology, graft-bone integration, and imaging biomarkers associated with surgical outcomes. Dr. Zhu is also involved in surgeon education and participates in multicenter collaborations to refine surgical algorithms for irreparable rotator cuff tears and instability.
- Zhu Y. Tendon Degeneration Patterns in RC Disease. 2018.
- Zhu Y. Biologic Augmentation in Cuff Repair: Cellular Mechanisms. 2020.
- Zhu Y. SCR Graft Selection & Structural Behavior. 2021.
- Zhu Y. Predictors of Healing After Massive Cuff Repair. 2019.
- Zhu Y. MRI Biomarkers for Tendon Quality. 2022.
- Zhu Y. Clinical Algorithms for Irreparable Cuff Tears. 2023.